I am Eleni Chandrinou, founder of Cigale Films.
Making independent films, especially documentaries, in Europe means navigating complex funding systems while protecting your creative vision. For over twenty years, I’ve worked at the intersection of these two worlds. I work with filmmakers from early story development through financing, helping them refine their creative vision, build compelling projects, and secure the funding they need to bring their films to life. I also advise institutions on shaping policies that genuinely support the people making films.
I bring these perspectives together through creative development consulting, documentary production, and policy work.
Cigale is the French word for cicada: on a hot summer day they are persistent, rhythmic, and sometimes annoying. They take their time underground before they get to sit in the light and sing their song. Does that sound familiar?”
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