Meet the participants of the CineSud Talent Film Pitch 2026

Six filmmakers will pitch their projects and compete for a €2.000 production grant

Geplaatst op 23 februari 2026

With much excitement we announce the six filmmakers and projects that have been selected to participate in the CineSud Talent Film Pitch 2026! On March 20, these emerging filmmakers from The Netherlands, Belgium and Germany will pitch their short film projects during the Euregion Film Forum in Maastricht, competing for a €2.000 production grant.

Talent Film Pitch 2026

The CineSud Talent Film Pitch is a unique opportunity for emerging filmmakers to present their short film projects to industry professionals, receive valuable feedback, and compete for production support. The event is part of CineSud’s mission to nurture and empower emerging talent in the film industry.

This year's pitch will take place during the Makers Day of Euregion Film Forum 2026. Curious to find out who wins Best Pitch? Join us at Lumière Cinema on March 20! Buy your tickets here.

Meet the participants

The following talents have been selected for the Talent Film Pitch 2026. Read more about their projects by clicking on the pictures below!

Maïra Rachmadiev (NL) | Pink Pepper Sky 
Can Baran (BE) | Pavers
Kedves van den Berg (NL) | Sterretjes / Glimmers
Azmi Hoffmann (DE) | Get Back!!
Bjarne Logister (NL) | Synapse
Sina Guntermann (DE) | Everything is shifted

About Euregion Film Forum 2026

Euregion Film Forum is the film event in the heart of our vibrant border region. From March 19–21, join us in Maastricht for three days of film, creativity and cross-border collaboration at Lumière Cinema.

The 2026 edition of Euregion Film Forum will focus on low-budget filmmaking. From funding to teamwork to distribution: discover how to make your next film a success with limited resources. Whether you're a student, emerging filmmaker or seasoned creative, there’s something for everyone! 

Not a filmmaker but you do love (watching) films? Join us to get inspired by the newest short and feature films from the Euregion!

Check out the full program!