🚀 French Creative Industries Go Global at TCCF in Taipei
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Thursday November 6th • TCCF Special Issue
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TOGETHER WITH MARCHÉ DU FILM
Japan joins the Marché du Film in Cannes as its 2026 Country of Honour!
Japan will officially kick off the 2026 edition with a co-hosted Opening Night and a week of cinematic and industry highlights. Across the market, Japan will showcase the creativity and diversity of its film and content industries through panels, networking events, a dedicated screening day, and an exciting focus on animation and genre cinema.
In partnership with the Executive Committee for Japan, Country of Honour 2026, the Ministry of Economy, Trade and Industry (METI) and the Japan External Trade Organization (JETRO), this spotlight aims to deepen global connections and make Japan’s presence at Cannes truly unforgettable.
Join us in Cannes from 12 to 20 May 2026!
LE PETIT UPDATE 🗞️
Brio Films and producer Luc Bossi are developing Girl in the Cloud, an adaptation of Donato Carrisi’s bestselling thriller, marking a new step in the company’s international ambitions.
Documentary producer Julie Tolza of Seventine Docs is building bridges between art and activism, reflecting on her mission to amplify diverse voices in contemporary documentary filmmaking.
Free and Netflix have launched a limited-time streaming offer in France, marking a rare collaboration between a French telecom operator and a global streamer.
Belgian exhibitor Kinepolis is expanding its U.S. footprint with a new multiplex acquisition in Michigan, strengthening its transatlantic growth strategy.
The Institut français has unveiled a new program to foster cultural exchanges, supporting cross-border artistic residencies and creative collaborations.
The 21st Francophone Coproduction Meetings have opened in Namur, gathering producers and funders from across the French-speaking world to spark new partnerships.
Iranian filmmaker Amir Tataloo is experimenting with interactive storytelling, using virtual reality tools to explore censorship and identity in his latest project.
The CEDCs (European Cinema Directors) have passed a resolution defending artistic freedom, calling on EU institutions to safeguard independent filmmaking.
The Paris/Berlin International Encounters are spotlighting experimental cinema, with a focus this year on hybrid works that blend performance, film, and digital art.
The Directors’ Fortnight has launched its new “Cinéastes de demain” initiative, offering tailored mentorship to emerging filmmakers from underrepresented regions.
The Coproduction Village at Les Arcs Film Festival has revealed its 2025 lineup, highlighting 15 feature projects seeking international partners.
Animated feature K-Pop: Demon Hunters is returning with a “Mamma Mia”-inspired karaoke sequel, blending fantasy action with musical comedy.