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WHAT IS THE EUROPEAN ARTHOUSE CINEMA DAY?
The European Arthouse Cinema Day (EACD) is a unique international initiative bringing hundreds of independent cinemas together on one day to celebrate European cinema in its diversity, strengthen the arthouse network and the role of cinemas as spaces for dialogue and democracy, and advocate for open exchange across borders.
European Work in Progress 2026 reaches new heights: Over 270 submissions
Dear Colleagues, the submissions for the upcoming 9th edition of European Work in Progress (EWIP) have set a new record. Over 270 projects by international filmmakers have been submitted to be part of the highly anticipated EWIP. The interested projects (all with European (co-)producers) hail from over 87 countries spread…
Official Programme of the 5th INTERNATIONAL FILM DISTRIBUTION SUMMIT 2026
Dear colleagues, we’re happy to announce the official programme of the INTERNATIONAL FILM DISTRIBUTION SUMMIT (IFDS) for its upcoming 5th edition. The INTERNATIONAL FILM DISTRIBUTION SUMMIT (IFDS) will take place from September 29th to October 1st, 2026. This year’s IFDS will again be held in Hamburg. As last year it…
Strong Momentum for Arthouse Cinemas at Lumière Summit
CICAE President Dr. Christian Bräuer welcomes the IRIS Initiative and the Summit's Declarations as a Strong Global Signal Arthouse cinemas stood at the centre of the first Lumière Summit, the international gathering of heads of state and government, industry leaders and decision makers convened by French President Emmanuel Macron and…
Essential Legal Framework From ideas to IP: what’s coming up this autumn
Dear EPI community, This September marks the start of a new stretch of Essential Legal Framework workshops and seminars. ELF is our professional training series for film and media professionals across Europe, built around a mix of residential workshops, online seminars, and self-paced eTrainings that combine practical learning with expert…
Montenegro Film Rendezvous: third edition brings together leading names of the European film industry
The Film Centre of Montenegro is organizing the third edition of the Montenegro Film Rendezvous, which will bring together prominent film authors and professionals, representatives of national film centres, European funds, festivals and leading organizations from the film and audiovisual industry in Herceg Novi starting August 22. The international industry…
The 23rd CICAE Arthouse Cinema Training Closes Its Largest Edition to Date: A Look Back
Seven days of learning, growing, and fostering connection across the (arthouse) world: At the Arthouse Cinema Training in Berlin, exhibitors came together for global collaboration and exchange
Baltic Pitching Forum welcomes 12 outstanding short film projects for its 14th edition
Leading short film industry event, to be held in Vilnius on 6-9 October, reveals slate of 12 projects from Estonia, Latvia, Lithuania and – guest country – Italy.
SERIES’ WOMEN and AUDIOVISUAL WOMEN Return with New Editions
4 June 2026 | Applications for EPI’s career enhancement programmes are open until 4 September https://www.epi.media/
Your EPI Update: New Trainings Starting This September
Dear EPI community, Following our last special edition, we are now back to our regular schedule as usual. In this newsletter, we’ll once again give you an overview of what’s currently happening at EPI. The EPI team
The international Arthouse Cinema Training 2026 starts in Berlin
Record Number of Participants: The 23rd Arthouse Cinema Training Opens in Berlin
EU With YOU Panel Highlights Creative Europe Opportunities at Sarajevo Film Festival
Filmmakers, producers and EU representatives discussed the role of Creative Europe in supporting young creative professionals and strengthening regional cooperation during the panel “Culture that Connects – European Opportunities for the Creative Industries” at the Sarajevo Film Festival, which runs from 14 to 21 August 2026.
BLACK SEA ANIMATION WORKSHOP 2026
SaqAnima – Georgian Animation Association, together with its partner organizations Anim.İst İstanbul Animasyon Platformu and Anika Women of Animation (Türkiye), Sofia Animation LAB and Compote Collective (Bulgaria), Linoleum Contemporary Animation and Media Art Festival (Ukraine), Animest – Bucharest International Animation Film Festival (Romania), as well as the Festival international du…
First Call for the CODA – Co-Development Animation Awards Launched
CEE Animation, in partnership with national film institutions and organizations from Central and Eastern Europe, has launched the call for the CODA – Co-Development Animation Awards, a new funding initiative designed to support early-stage animation development and strengthen cross-border collaboration across the region.
WEMW announces new East & West Focus and dates for the 2027 edition
Fresh off the public announcement at the Polish Days in Wroclaw, When East Meets West is thrilled to introduce Poland and Benelux as the 2027 East & West Focus.
CEE Animation Forum Announces the 2026 Selection
A total of 33 projects have been selected for the 14th edition of CEE Animation Forum, one of Europe's leading pitching, financing and co-production events for animation. Taking place in Pilsen, Czech Republic, from November 10–12, 2026, the Forum will once again be a key meeting point for the European…
connecting cottbus - upcoming deadlines & awards 2026
Submissions are still open for the 28th edition of East-West co-production market connecting cottbus. Taking place during FilmFestival Cottbus on 4-6 November 2026, coco will present 13 projects in development (cocoPITCH) and 6 works in progress (cocoWIP).
Deadlines approching: Script Pool, Black Room, 10-week Online Programme on Unreal Engine, and much more!
What's cooking? Black Room is in Search for Art Department Crew Members Script Pool Seeks for Projects with International Potential Join the 10-week Online Training Programme Unreal Engine Storytelling and Cinematic Creation Call is Open for Baltic Event Co-Production Market Submit Your Drama Series Project to TV Beats Co-Financing Market
A New Platform for Discovering Animated Film Arrives in Europe – Animation HUB
A new online platform dedicated to animated film is entering the European scene. Animation HUB (AHUB), launched by CEE Animation, is a curated space connecting audiences, educators, and film professionals with high-quality animated works.
CEE Animation Delegation and Activities at MIFA Annecy 2026
CEE Animation returns to MIFA Annecy 2026 with a rich and diverse programme designed to showcase the talent and creativity of Central and Eastern European animation and foster cross-border collaboration. As in previous years, CEE Animation will lead a delegation of almost 60 film professionals, hosted at the Creative Europe…
