Become a BTTL Member
BTTL Cohort at Cannes Film Festival 2025 | Photo credit: Jolly D Photography
“To be supported by a pack of fierce women is a dream. You have helped get this project over the line.”
— Tina Gharavi (BTTL Alumna)
Sundance & BAFTA-nominated writer/director
At Breaking Through The Lens, our community is our foundation. Built by filmmakers for filmmakers, we understand the struggle firsthand, and we know that real change only happens when we come together.
For the first time, we’re opening our doors to filmmakers at every stage of their career. Whether you’re directing your first short or a veteran producer packaging your next feature, this is your chance to join a global movement breaking barriers in film.
As a member, you’ll gain exclusive tools, training, and insider access to the global BTTL community. Since 2018, we have been cutting through industry noise and dismantling the biggest obstacle to gender equity: financing. What began as an intimate event at Cannes has grown into a worldwide platform spanning the “big five” festivals — connecting women and LGBTQ+ filmmakers directly with investors, mentors, and the resources to turn vision into reality.
Because for us, equity isn’t about talk. It’s about access. It’s about action.
We invite filmmakers of all genders, from all corners of the world, to join our movement — and take the next step in leveling up, together.
⚠️ Got a feature film in late-stage development with a strong finished script? Please apply for membership via our Action Grant page.
Membership Benefits:
✅ FREE access to all 2025/2026 Virtual Workshops
5 confirmed masterclasses with industry experts:
Film Finance • Legal & IP Strategy • Pitch Coaching • Indie Distribution • New Digital Technologies (Over $150 value)
✅ Discounted 1:1 Coaching
Work directly with BTTL mentors for personalized guidance on your project.
✅ Access to BTTL Fiscal Sponsorship
Not yet available to the public — fiscal sponsorship under BTTL’s 501(c)3 nonprofit status enables projects to receive tax-deductible donations at a low 3% fee.
✅ Access to our new BTTL Membership Portal (launching Dec 2025) Network with filmmakers worldwide, join industry roundtables, and discover job opportunities.
✅ Lifetime Discount Code for BTTL Grant Opportunities
Make your application go further.
✅ Budget, Finance Plan & Investor Contract Templates
Professional resources to strengthen your pitch and financing package.
✅ VIP Invitations to BTTL Cocktails
Exclusive networking events at “big five” festivals including Sundance and Cannes 2026.
Kristen Stewart at Cannes Film Festival 2025 | Photo credit: Jolly D Photography
What Industry Icons Are Saying:
“Just keep asking why. It’s about understanding why we’re doing what we’re doing instead of accepting procedure.”
— Kristen Stewart, at the BTTL Cannes Event 2025 | Watch the full conversation here
Eva Longoria at Cannes Film Festival 2024 | Photo credit: Jolly D Photography
BTTL has been supported by leading voices including Kristen Stewart, Eva Longoria, and Diane Kruger, who stand with us in making real change possible.
Take action. Build connections. Get the tools you need to thrive.
Membership Cost:
🎬 Introductory Offer: $59.99 (until October 1, 2025)
>> Regular Price: $79.99
As a 501(c)3 registered non-profit organization, the membership fee is fully tax deductible for U.S. Citizens.
Until the launch of our official BTTL Portal in December 2025, members will receive exclusive content via email and access to our video library of workshops and seminars. Your membership will last until December 2026.
Why Your Membership Matters:
Your membership fee doesn’t just unlock incredible benefits — it powers our mission. Every dollar helps Breaking Through The Lens support women and LGBTQ+ filmmakers with funding, mentorship, and access to industry networks. By joining, you are directly fueling a movement that is transforming equity in film from words into action.