Sandbox Films and CPH:DOX Announce New Award: Sandbox Films Science Pitch Prize at CPH:FORUM

Sandbox Films, a leading production company at the intersection of science and cinema, and CPH:FORUM, the renowned financing and international co-production event at CPH:DOX, are excited to announce a new award designed to spotlight groundbreaking science storytelling: the Sandbox Films Science Pitch Prize at CPH:FORUM.

Sandbox Films and CPH:DOX have a long-standing partnership, united by a shared passion for science documentaries that push creative boundaries. Both organizations are dedicated to supporting films that explore science in bold, innovative ways, reflecting a mutual love for projects that blend artistic merit with scientific inquiry. This new award builds on that collaboration, recognizing and supporting filmmakers whose work embodies this spirit.

The Sandbox Films Science Pitch Prize, which includes a $25,000 cash award for the winning project, will be presented to a science documentary project presented at the CPH:FORUM that demonstrates exceptional innovation in the genre, artistic merit, and a commitment to inclusivity. The winning pitch will receive support from Sandbox Films, helping the filmmakers bring their visionary project to life.

“We are thrilled to be able to offer this award at CPH:FORUM. Every year we are blown away by the quality of projects highlighted there, and are excited by the focus on innovative science storytelling. This award is another way to help support artists experimenting in this space.”  -Jessica Harrop, Executive Director, Sandbox Films

“We are more than excited to collaborate with Sandbox Films on this award. Science documentaries have the unique power to bridge art and knowledge. At CPH:DOX, we are committed to supporting bold, visionary storytelling, and this prize further amplifies our mission to champion films that explore new ways of seeing and understanding the world around us.”, Mara Gourd-Mercado, Head of Industry & Training – CPH:DOX.

Key criteria will include strong artistic vision around a clear scientific focus, reflecting the ethos of curiosity and exploration that drives scientific inquiry. It should balance accessibility with depth, making complex ideas both engaging and understandable for a wide audience. In addition to its creative and scientific strengths, the project must demonstrate a commitment to diversity in representation, expanding the range of voices telling science stories. 

The Sandbox Films Science Pitch Prize will be awarded after the CPH:FORUM in March 2025, spotlighting the most innovative voices in science filmmaking.
Submission deadline: 1 November 2024.

For more information, visit CPH:DOX and Sandbox Films.