The RTM Pitch has been moved forward to the summer this year, allowing filmmakers to submit a plan for a film of 5 to 20 minutes starting July 13 for a chance to win €25,000. The winning film will have its world premiere in January 2028 during IFFR as part of the RTM program, while the runner-up will receive a development budget of €5,000 via QISSA. The VEVAM Fund is making an additional €5,000 available for the winner. This year, IFFR is specifically looking for genre films in horror, science fiction, thriller, or fantasy, where the film is shot in Rotterdam. The submission deadline is August 30, 2026.