CALL FOR ENTRIES 

(Feature-length narrative films in development, immersive projects)

The Co-production market CineMart will take place during the 56th International Film Festival Rotterdam. Feature films projects with theatrical potential can be in all stages of development, but a complete screenplay should be available during CineMart. The project is set up as a co-production, and there should be a potential international market for the project.

DETAILS 

• Entry Fee for Applications: Yes  
• Projects must be submitted directly to CineMart  

ELIGIBILITY CRITERIA 

• Please consult the forum website 

ABOUT 

CineMart selects around 20 feature projects. Directors and producers of the selected projects present their film to potential co-producers, funds, sales agents, distributors, broadcasters, and other potential financiers.  

CineMart is known for its highly curated editorial line of distinct projects in story and form. It presents projects by independent directors and producers and mostly arthouse work, ensuring there is a wide variety by presenting smaller work alongside films by established teams with higher budgets.  

Selected projects will be part of an online catalogue shared prior to the event with professionals who then inform the CineMart of their interest. CineMart sets up one-on-one meetings between the project representatives and potential investors.   

The Festival and CineMart attract 3,000 professionals, including 350 distributors, sales agents, bankers, funding bodies, and TV buyers from all over the world.  

NEW  (features, works-in-progress stage, reserved to Rotterdam Lab alumni) 

DARKROOM is IFFR’s work-in-progress programme that takes place during CineMart. Darkroom is a platform for recently completed or nearly finished films – eligibility is limited to projects supported by the Hubert Bals Fund, formerly presented at CineMart or with a Rotterdam Lab alumni attached.  

The selected teams will have the chance to present their work to international sales agents, festival programmers and buyers, and will receive tailored mentorship from senior editors, marketing strategists, festival experts and distribution professionals. 

For any questions, consult the detailed website or connect with the CineMart team: cinemart@IFFR.com  

Telefilm Canada recognizes the selection of a feature film project at the CineMart Forum for application to its International Promotion Program. 

Promotion and Communications
Telefilm Canada, Montreal  
dl-festivals@telefilm.ca 
1 800 567-0890