Open Call: La Fabrique Cinéma 2027

What it is

La Fabrique Cinéma, an initiative of the Institut français, supports feature film projects in development by connecting selected filmmakers with international producers, financiers, distributors, and other key industry professionals during the Cannes Film Festival to secure international co-production and financing opportunities. Projects must be feature-length fiction, documentary, animation, or hybrid films not yet in production (except location scouting) with a maximum estimated production budget of €3 million.

Who it is for

Emerging filmmakers and producers from countries in the Global South, applying jointly as director and producer, with feature film projects in development.

Eligibility unconfirmed. Check the residency and nationality rules on the source before applying.

Where

International

When

September 29, 2026, due today

Programme dates not listed

What you get

Programme participation including coaching and workshops, pitch preparation, professional meetings, project presentation at Marché du Film, access to Cannes Film Festival industry events, and covered transport, accommodation, accreditation, and daily allowance during the official programme.

What you need to apply

• Screenplay
• Treatment or long synopsis
• Statements of intent from both director and producer, 2 required
• Moodboard or project stills
• Financing plan
• CVs and filmographies for both director and producer, 2 required
• Link to director's recent work

How long it takes

About 7 hours

Long application. Estimated from the 7 items this application asks for, not from the organisation.

Cost to apply

Not listed

Apply

https://www.interartsfunding.com/opencalls/la-fabrique-cin%C3%A9ma-2027