Emerging Filmmaker Showcase at the Cannes Film Festival - The American Pavilion

• Experience the world’s largest film festival and film market
• Attend panel discussions at The American Pavilion
• View Festival and Market screenings
• Compete in The American Pavilion Emerging Filmmaker and Student Filmmaker competitions
• Promote your film and filmmaking talent to Festival attendees
• Display your postcards and promotional materials in The American Pavilion
• Network with industry professionals
• Meet like-minded filmmakers from all over the world
All entries must be submitted through FilmFreeway
The American Pavilion Emerging Filmmaker Showcase presented by Gold House at the Cannes Film Festival proudly accepts entries on FilmFreeway, the world’s #1 way to enter film festivals and creative contests.
Early Bird Entry deadline: October 7, 2026
Regular Entry deadline: January 6, 2027
Late Entry deadline: February 1, 2027
Extended Late Entry deadline: February 21, 2027
Finalists for screening at The American Pavilion during Cannes will be notified: April 14, 2027
Official Selection of films will be announced in the beginning of May.
Winners will be announced at the showcase: May 11–22, 2027
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"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