đ» From the Alps, Europeâs Next Breakout Films Take Shape
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Wednesday December 17th âą LES ARCS FILM FESTIVAL ISSUE
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At Les Arcs, Distributors and Festival Programmers Hunt for Europeâs Next Breakout Films
Could the next European cinema hits be taking shape 2,000 metres above sea level?
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After SirÄt, 4 Ă 4 Productions Looks to Whatâs Next
Following the standout success of SirÄt, producer Andrea Queralt has begun outlining the next chapter for Paris-based outfit 4 Ă 4 Productions, as she presented the companyâs slate at the Les Arcs.
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FROM THE ALPS đ»
A Franco-Greek Encounter Behind the European Co-Production A Day in the Life of Jo: Chapter Phaedra
Presented on December 14 at the Work in Progress session of the Industry Village at the Les Arcs European Film Festival, A Day in the Life of Jo: Chapter Phaedra marks the second feature by Greek filmmaker Jacqueline Lentzou. The film is the result of a long-term Franco-Greek collaboration led by producer Andrea Queralt of 4 Ă 4 Productions.
Easy Riders Films Seeks European Co-Producers for Alicante, Lina Soualemâs First Narrative Feature
Alicante is among the 18 projects selected for this yearâs Coproduction Village at the Les Arcs Film Festival
IN OTHER NEWS đïž
The European Commission has launched AgoraEU, a flagship program designed to strengthen Europeâs audiovisual and cultural industries through cross-border cooperation.
French industry bodies have reaffirmed cinema and audiovisual media as cultural cornerstones, calling for continued public support amid mounting economic pressures.
Disney and OpenAI have struck a landmark partnership to explore generative AI tools across film, television, and theme park experiences.
Anima 2026 has unveiled its opening film, setting the tone for next yearâs major European animation festival.
French retailer Intermarché is betting on handcrafted animation in its latest advertising campaigns, favoring artisanal aesthetics over AI-driven visuals.
Legendary filmmaker Wim Wenders will chair the jury of an upcoming international festival, bringing auteur prestige to the event.
Ahead of the CĂ©sar 2026, industry professionals will gather for the Short Film Brunch, a networking event spotlighting emerging talent.
As the nonfiction market tightens, FIPADOC is reshaping its industry strategy to better support documentary creators and producers.
Following recent mergers, UshuaĂŻa TV and Histoire TV are redefining their editorial strategies within the Canal+ Group.
Collecting societies SACD and ADAGP have reached a new licensing agreement, clarifying rights management across audiovisual and visual arts.
Webedia has announced a revamped executive committee as it accelerates its strategic transformation.
beIN Sports has won a court order to block pirate streaming sites, reinforcing legal efforts to combat sports piracy in France.
International sales company Beta Cinema has appointed Moritz Hemminger to strengthen its European and global market positioning.