Programs

CinéDel Labs Pilot Program

CinéDel Labs is a nonprofit that delivers industry education, guiding mentorship, and vibrant community for emerging and mid-career filmmakers. We spotlight underserved Iranian-American filmmakers, closing the diaspora support gap to champion authentic stories rooted in heart and truth.

Our 2026 pilot lab empowers Iranian-American filmmakers developing feature fiction or documentary projects.

Program Goals

Empower independent filmmakers to:

• Sharpen creative vision and pitches

• Boost project visibility

• Forge diverse community networks

• Connect with mentors

What Lab Participants Gain

• 1-week Lab Intensive: Pitch practice & feedback + private sessions with guest speakers (writers, directors, producers, DPs, editors, composers, actors, distributors, funders, sales agents)

• Peer community building

• 1:1 post-lab mentorship for ongoing growth

Eligibility: Iranian-American filmmakers with feature projects in development. Applications open once funding is secured - dates TBA.

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