A step-by-step walkthrough on how to submit your story at Riverine Motions.
We encourage you to take few minutes to review the kinds of stories we are seeking before the submission.
• Stories should have a meaningful cultural, social, or emotional connection to Bangladesh.
• We welcome fiction, documentary, non-fiction, hybrid, and experimental storytelling projects.
• Submissions written in Bangla language is preferred.
• Original work only; submit only material you own or have the legal right to share.
• Scripts, treatments, synopses, story concepts, and completed manuscripts are all welcome.
• Include a brief summary and any relevant background information to help us understand your project.
• We encourage all writers to protect their work by securing copyright registration or maintaining clear proof of authorship before submission.
• To know more about copyright visit Bangladesh Copyright Office Website: https://copyrightoffice.gov.bd/
Gather all the materials you need before starting the form. A well-prepared submission helps us understand your vision clearly and speeds up the review process.
• Story title, Genre and estimated running time (Feature, Short, Documentary, Series, etc.)
• Provide a concise overview of your story (maximum 100 words) that introduces the premise, central character, conflict, and setting.
• Summarize your story, including the main character, central conflict, and ending (800–1000 words recommended).
• Creative statement explaining why this story matters to you and your vision for it.
• Target audience (optional).
• Short biography introducing yourself and your creative background.
• Portfolio or work samples, including a showreel or links to previous projects (if available).
• Comparable Films (Optional)
• Copyright registration details (if applicable).
• If you have a completed screenplay, please submit a story summary first. We will request the full script if your submission progresses to the next stage of review.
• Compile all required materials into one PDF or Word document before submitting. Clear, complete submissions help us review your project more efficiently.
Visit our submission page and complete the form with required detail information.
• Make sure your contact information is accurate and up to date.
• Select the appropriate category (Short Film, Feature Film, Documentary, Series, etc.).
• Upload required supporting materials in PDF or word format in a single file.
• Review your submission carefully before clicking Submit to ensure all information is complete and accurate.
We value every submission and are committed to treating every storyteller with respect. Once our review is complete, we'll notify you of the outcome and, where appropriate, discuss potential next steps.
• Selected projects may be invited into our development process for further discussion.
• We may explore opportunities for collaboration, co-development, mentorship, or production support.
• While we cannot guarantee individual feedback on every submission, we may provide comments or recommendations when feasible.
• You're always welcome to submit new or revised stories in future submission rounds.
If your project moves forward, we'll work closely with you to develop and produce it—transforming your vision into a compelling cinematic experience.
• Collaborative story and script development.
• Pursuing appropriate funding opportunities, including grants, co-productions, investors, and development programs.
• Pre-production planning, including casting, location scouting, budgeting, and scheduling.
• Professional production support with our creative team and technical resources.
• Post-production services, including editing, color grading, sound design, music, and final delivery.
• Festival strategy, distribution planning, and audience outreach where appropriate.
• We aim to respond within 60 days, though response times may vary depending on submission volume.
• You'll receive an automated submission confirmation email within 48 hours.
• Submissions are reviewed in the order they are received.
• We may contact you if additional information or clarification is needed.
• All submissions are handled with strict confidentiality.
Anyone who owns or controls the rights to an original story may submit. We welcome submissions from writers, filmmakers, producers, and other storytellers from around the world, provided the story is set in Bangladesh or reflects an authentic Bangladeshi context.
No. Story submissions are free of charge. There are no application, submission, or review fees at any stage of the evaluation process.
Yes. You may submit multiple stories, provided each project is submitted separately using its own submission form and supporting materials. Each submission will be reviewed independently.
Not necessarily. We welcome stories set in Bangladesh, as well as stories set elsewhere that are meaningfully connected to Bangladesh through its people, culture, history, communities, or lived experiences. Regardless of where the story takes place, it should offer an authentic Bangladeshi perspective or connection.
We currently prefer submissions in Bangla, though stories written in English are also welcome.
Yes. You retain ownership of your story and all associated intellectual property. By submitting your work, you grant Riverine Motions permission to review and evaluate it only. Any option, development, production, or transfer of rights will require a separate written agreement signed by both parties.
We aim to complete the review process within 60 days. Review times may vary depending on the volume of submissions. You'll receive a submission confirmation email within 48 hours, and we'll notify you once our review is complete.
We're looking for original, compelling stories with strong characters, authentic voices, and meaningful themes. We welcome fiction, documentaries, and other cinematic projects that reflect diverse perspectives, cultural richness, and stories with the potential to connect with audiences both locally and internationally.
Required and optional documents include: logline, synopsis, creative statement, biography, screenplay, treatment, and previous works. Please compile all materials into a single PDF or Word document.
Yes, previously published written works may be submitted if you own the rights. However, stories that have already been produced as films, television series, or other screen productions are not eligible.
Yes. If you need to update your submission, please email us with your revised materials and include your original submission details (such as your name, story title, and submission date) so we can locate your project.
If your story is selected, we'll contact you to discuss the next steps. This may include story development, script refinement, funding opportunities, and a potential collaboration. Before any development or production work begins, both parties will enter into a separate written agreement outlining rights, responsibilities, and the terms of our collaboration.
Every submission is reviewed with care and respect. While we may share comments or suggestions when appropriate, the level of feedback varies depending on the project and the volume of submissions. Regardless of the outcome, we'll notify you once our review is complete.
If funding or production opportunities cannot be secured, the project may not move forward at that time. Unless otherwise agreed in writing, you retain ownership of your story, and any future collaboration or production will require a separate agreement between you and Riverine Motions.
Yes. Until you sign a separate development or exclusivity agreement with Riverine Motions, you remain free to submit your story to other producers, studios, organizations, competitions, or funding programs. If your story is selected for development and both parties enter into a written agreement, the terms of that agreement will determine whether the project can be submitted or offered elsewhere during the development period.
Yes. We treat every submission with care and confidentiality. Your materials will only be reviewed by the Riverine Motions team and any authorized collaborators involved in the evaluation process. We will not share, publish, or use your story without your permission or a separate written agreement.
While it's not a requirement, we strongly encourage you to register or copyright your story before submitting. Protecting your intellectual property is your responsibility, and doing so provides an additional record of ownership. Regardless of registration, you must own or control all rights necessary to submit your work.
Now that you know the process, it is time to share your story with us. We are listening.
