Chinese internet companies, which began to tap into the country's booming movie business several years ago, are now looking to attract aspiring directors.

The CFDG Young Director Support Program, backed by China's top movie regulator and run by the China Film Directors' Guild, released its list of five winners, selected from some 300 candidates after a two-month competition that ended on Sunday.

Unlike many similar projects sponsored by veteran filmmakers or leading studios, this project had two internet giants behind it.