AmPav Worldwide Student Program - The American Pavilion

Connecting education with experience, guidance, and professional networks, IndieWire Future of Filmmaking Intensives provide a firsthand understanding of where the industry is headed. Building on the 35-year legacy of The American Pavilion’s Worldwide Student Program, IndieWire Intensives open the door to the next generation of entertainment industry leaders.
March 14–21, 2027Austin, Texas
Enjoy access to premieres, panels, and events with thought leaders from the worlds of Film, Tech, and Music.
May 9–23, 2027Cannes, France
Get hands-on experience at the world’s most prestigious international film event!
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May 16–23, 2027Cannes, France
Immerse yourself in screenings and AmPav programming during Week 2 of the Cannes International Film Festival!
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May 2027Cannes, France
Filmmakers, submit your shorts to this mini “festival within a festival”!
June 2027London, England
Join us in London for an unforgettable experience celebrating the convergence of tech, film, music, education, and culture.
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September 2027Venice, Italy
Celebrate the best of the best in global cinema at the legendary Venice International Film Festival, the world’s oldest film festival!
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“The American Pavilion Student Program sparked a fire that has become the work of my life, and I will always be grateful for that first access into a world I thought was totally inaccessible to me. Thank you, and carry on!”—Hope Hall, Obama White House Videographer, Cannes 1990
Questions? Email us at studentprograms@ampav.com, call us at 310-837-4500, or visit the Student Programs FAQ page
"As the only student program officially recognized and sanctioned by the Festival de Cannes and the Marché du Film, The American Pavilion Student Program offers participants a unique experience and unparalleled access to both the Festival and Market."
Jérôme Paillard, Executive Director, Marché du Film, Festival de Cannes