AFM 2024 runs November 5 -10, 2024 in Las Vegas Filmfestivals.com will be covering AFM 2024  (45th edition) with dailies and newsletters.  Take center stage....   We would like to contribute to your success in AFM YES WE CAN... ...

Poster signed by Arnold for Bruno Chatelin as a thank you token of fantastic Box Office records in   I have been working with film festivals and helping filmmakers for the past 20 years in various capacities. There was only one big lesson I learnt in festivals: Cannes can work miracles for you, if you do the right thing with the right people : dare, work hard and be creative in each of your actions. HERE IS THE DETAILED STORY OF A 40M $ HANDSHAKE TO ME FOLLOWING OUR SUCCESS...

The global independent industry will all convene in Santa Monica in just a few weeks for AFM23 with hundreds of productions, sales, distribution and buying companies from 70 countries ed. Over 230 companies – from A24 to XYZ - as well as international umbrella stands are set to exhibit - with more still being added. To find out more about the Exhibitors coming to AFM, click on the company’s name on the exhibitor list and you’ll be taken to their profile on The Film Ca...

Cannes Lions honours Adobe Chair and CEO Shantanu Narayen as inaugural Creative Champion of the Year New Award recognises Narayen’s dedication to enabling creativity in its many forms and driving the creative agenda across industries and around the globe 13 May 2025 - The Cannes Lions International Festival of Creativity has announced that Shantanu Narayen, Chair and CEO, Adobe, will be honoured as its inaugural Creative Champion of the Year. The new honouree Award is given to individu...

I still his impressive debut film film I watched in Venice. He made his feature directorial debut in 2015 with The Childhood of a Leader at the Venice Film Festival.  His second feature film, Vox Lux was hailed by critics after it premiered in competition at the 2018 Venice Film Festival, London Film Festival and Toronto International Film Festival. His recent original feature The Brutalist recently won Brady Best Picture and Best Director at the Golden Globes.   ...

I'm very excited to announce American actress Reese Witherspoon speaking at Cannes Lions on Wednesday 18.06 at 12:45 pm at the Debussy Theatre about her new initiative empowering women, especially young women. Hello Sunshine is on a mission to change the narrative for women. Especially for girls and young women who don't feel represented by brands, their needs are not understood. For the first time, media visionary and founder Reese Witherspoon speaks about a new initiative and brand...

Coming up - Cannes Lions -Live your visions The Cannes International Film Festival just finished, and now again only 3 weeks later Cannes is becoming once again the mekkha for talents from all over the world attending THE ultimate market for creativity - CANNES LIONS!   What to expect?   Certainly more buzz, more professionals, more future focused technologies and all major companies combining entertainment and software applications. Orginally a hub for the advert...

                                               Francisco Carrillo, Bill Shadorf The highly anticipated Lionsgate release Diablo by director Ernesto Diaz Espinoza, executive produced by Highlightstar, the trailblazing social media company led by CEO Bill Shadorf, and “CiscoKid” Francisco Carrillo, is set to debut in theatres and digital on-demand on...

More than 430 top buyers from major networks, global studios and leading platforms are heading to NATPE Budapest to find standout formats, fresh IP and bold stories.  them in the heart of Europe for four days of targeted meetings, powerful networking and real opportunities to expand your reach. Here are just some of the top buyers ing us in Budapest                                ...

The Marché du Film – Festival de Cannes, the National Institute of Cinema & Audiovisual Arts of Argentina (INCAA), and the Uruguayan Film & Audiovisual Agency (ACAU), are pleased to announce that the 17ᵗʰ edition of Ventana Sur, Latin America’s leading audiovisual market, will take place in Buenos Aires from 1 to 5 December 2025   Ventana Sur – Río de la Plata, co-organized by the Marché du Film – Festival de Cannes, INCAA, and ACA...

That’s a wrap for the 2025 edition of the #MarcheDuFilm — the world’s leading film market, held in the vibrant city of Cannes. Over nine dynamic days, #MDF25 brought together 15,000 film professionals from around the globe for an unparalleled gathering of creativity, business, and innovation. The edition captured the spirit of a film industry in motion: more global, more connected, and more innovative than ever before. Feel the beat of this dynamic edition, and watch the highli...

Start your day with purpose— us from 9:30 to 12:00 for the Inclusion & Diversity , where bold voices and industry leaders come together to challenge norms, celebrate difference, and drive real change in cinema. 9:30-12:00: Inclusion & Diversity   ...

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We hope you're still energized & ready to make the most of these final days! There's plenty more to look forward to — thought-provoking s, powerful keynotes, and engaging masterclasses await! Today, documentary cinema takes center stage as we celebrate Doc Day — our one-day showcase packed with events and activities for all doc lovers in Cannes! ...

The Cannes Film Festival market continues to be a vital space for industry professionals to exchange ideas, discover emerging talent, and explore the evolving landscape of cinema. Today’s schedule highlighted the strength of collaboration and artistic ambition, with focused sessions on short film development, keynote discussions, and curated networking events bringing together filmmakers, producers, and festival representatives from around the world. 11-11:30: SFC | Rendez-vous Industry...

Today on the Marché main stage, Silvia Wong of Screen International spoke with Cedric Behrel (Executive Director and Co-founder, Trinity Film CineAsia), Chen Sicheng (Director/Screenwriter/Actor/Executive Producer), and Chen Yu (Screenwriter/Director, Professor of Peking University) to discuss the current cinema market in China and how it is continually one the #1 market for cinema worldwide. The host opened the with a message to the world: The Chinese government s its film...

Launched in 2024, the Immersive Competition highlights the most exceptional immersive, collective, and interactive works that incorporate cutting-edge technologies such as VR, AR, artificial intelligence, and video mapping. These innovative experiences immerse audiences in narratives that transport them across time, space, and into uncharted realms of artistic expression. With the of the CNC (French National Centre of Cinema), the Immersive Competition aims to establish...

Day 7 is all about film financing and the impact of filmmaking! Today’s lineup focuses on innovative approaches to film financing and powerful conversations on cinema as a force for change. Also, make sure you check out our spotlight on the evolving IP market with our Cannes Remakes program, where original stories find new paths to the big screen.     ...

The inaugural Italian Global Series Festival (IGSF) will take place from June 21–28, 2025, in Riccione and Rimini, Italy, and was officially launched with a programme announcement at the Italian Pavilion in Cannes. Reviving the spirit of the former RomaFictionFest, the festival will spotlight both Italian and international television series, with a lineup that includes 28 competitive titles—8 of them world premieres—alongside 33 Italian productions and entries from 34 countri...

Founder and CEO of FilmHedge, a fin-tech platform for production finance, Jon Gosier spoke at the International Film Finance Forum on Friday, along with Paula Paizes (COO & President of Production at Pressman Film), Christopher Woodrow (Founder and Chairman at Media Capital Technologies), Sonia Mehandjiyska (Head of International Distribution at Electric Entertainment), and Marc Iserlis (Head of Film at Republic). The group spoke about the current state of film financ...

Tomorrow at the Cannes Film Festival, the schedule offers a rich lineup of events that reflect the global scope and forward-looking spirit of the industry. From early morning networking at the Producers Network to deep conversations around inclusive production, technological innovation, and emerging markets, the day is packed with meaningful discussions and new opportunities. 10:00-11:15: Frontières | Proof of Concept 10:00-11:00: impACT | Inclusive Co-Production in Action: Practical...

The energy’s high at the Marché du Film — and we’re only on Day Four! Come explore the latest international film trends through insightful s and inspiring talks led by top-tier speakers from around the world. Plus, don’t miss the chance to get an exclusive first look at bold new works in our Docs-in-Progress and Goes to Cannes showcases — spotlighting fresh projects from rising talents across the globe. Explore today's key highlights!  ...

Dear Friends, Please find link to for the 8th Annual Global Entertainment Showcase, scheduled for May 17 at 12:30 PM at Eden Hotel & Spa (133 rue d'Antibes, Cannes 06400), part of the 2025 French Riviera Film Festival. (Screenings daily from 10 am to 3 pm on May 16 & 17, also free to attend click HERE to and get your free tickets)   ***First come, first served. Limited space available.***   ...