Dutch Film Talents to Cannes is your exclusive gateway to the vibrant film industry at SFC Rendez-Vous Industry during Cannes Film Festival 2026, taking place from May 15 to May 20, 2026. Organised by CineSud, the Dutch Film Talents to Cannes program unites the selected participants with filmmakers and industry professionals from all around the world. Furthermore, we help the talents to showcase their work, and spark new creative ideas. Elevate your presence on the international stage, and harness inspiration to fuel your filmmaking journey.

Dutch Film Talents to Cannes 2026

Participation for Dutch Film Talents to Cannes 2026 is open for every new filmmaker from the Netherlands. The selected filmmakers will present themselves and their short film during special events at SFC Rendez-Vous Industry and receive accreditation to visit the Cannes Film Festival and Marché du Film from May 15-May 20, 2026.

Since 2018 the CineSud Dutch Film Talents to Cannes program has been a great success giving new filmmakers the chance to:

• Meet & mingle with film professionals and industry professionals from the Netherlands and around the world by attending networking events, group- & private meetings and give them a stage to grow.
• Learn pitching & networking skills, perfect presentation skills.
• Present themselves and their current projects and projects in development to producers, distributors and buyers.
• Build new relationships with potential producers/writers/directors/sales agents/distributors, etc. for future projects.
• Attend SFC Breakfast, one-on-one sessions, networking dinners, masterclasses & workshops at the SFC Rendez-vous Industry and more.

• And more!

   

Program

March 20, 2026

April

May 15-20, 2026

15:30 tot 20:00

Kick off meeting & Masterclass Maastricht

12:30 tot 17:30

Euregion Film Forum 2026 Maastricht

During the Euregion Film Forum the participants of the Dutch Film Talents to Cannes program will be announced. 

One-on-one meetings with the participants Online

One-on-one meetings with the participants & guidance in planning the meetings & schedule.

SFC Rendez-Vous Industry Festival de Cannes - France

• Welcome dinner
• Short Film Corner Breakfast with presentation of the talents
• Short Film Corner Workshops & Masterclasses
• International New Talent FilMatch
• CineSud New Dutch Talent reception with presentation of talents
• Professionals Dinner
• Group & one-on-one meetings with international professionals  

Deadline has expired. All the candidates will be informed no later than February 6, 2026. 

SFC Rendez-Vous Industry

SFC Rendez-Vous Industry, during the Cannes Film Festival, is a vibrant short film market uniting global filmmakers. This market, nestled within the heart of the Film du Marché in Cannes, offers a multi-day program of meetings, workshops, masterclasses, and panels, covering vital aspects like distribution, festival strategy, and co-production. Designed to foster networking, it promotes emerging talents, bridging the gap between creation and the industry. Attending grants you access to Cannes Film Festival accreditation, along with the opportunity to engage with Cannes events and connect with professionals across the film spectrum.
 

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