Marché du Film Conferences/Panels Saturday, May 20th, 2023
European Audiovisual Observatory | The European Cinema Sector - Diverging Paths?
Panel
May 20, 2023, 09:30 - 11:30 GMT+2
Main Stage (Riviera) & Online
The European Audiovisual Observatory invites you to our traditional Saturday morning conference in Cannes! This year we're looking at the increasingly diverging paths and polarisation between extremes in European cinema and asking three key questions: - What do lower box office and higher concentration mean for the European exhibition sector, the distribution and also production of films? - What other trends are impacting the cinema sector? - How can film policies adapt to the new environment in each of these three sectors?
Speakers
Mariela Besuievsky
Producer
Tournesol Media (ES)
Didar Domehri
Producer
Maneki Films (FR)
Laurent Dutoit
CEO
Agora Films (CH)
Tomas Eskilsson
Head of Strategy at Film i Väst (SE) and Chairperson of CineRegio
Asger Flygare Bech-Thomsen
CEO
Nordisk Film Cinemas
Martin Kanzler
Deputy Head of Department for Market Information
European Audiovisual Observatory
Christopher P. Marcich (HR)
CEO of the Croatian Audiovisual Centre (HR) and EFAD Board Member
Moderators
Gilles Fontaine
Head of Department for Market Information
European Audiovisual Observatory
Susanne Nikoltchev
Executive Director
European Audiovisual Observatory
Sophie Valais
Deputy Head of Department for Legal Information
European Audiovisual Observatory
Committee On Culture And Education Of The European Parliament & Lux Audience Award Conference | Let's talk Democracy! A European Union perspective on the cultural and creative sectors
Panel
May 20, 2023, 09:30 - 10:30 GMT+2
The Viewpoint (Lerins)
Members of the European Parliament in the Committee on Culture will present what has been done to support creative and cultural sector, taking the opportunity to launch a dialogue with the professionals on fostering cultural diversity, supporting freedom of creativity and expression and discussing the challenges faced by the sector. With European Elections in one year, the panel wants to pave the way to develop ideas with Creative and Cultural Sector.
Speakers
Laurence Farreng
Member
Renew Europe Group
Evelyn Regner
Vice-President, European Parliament
Social Democratic Party of Austria (SPÖ)
Ada Solomon
Producer, Distributor; Deputy Chairwoman
European Film Academy
Moderators
Pauline Durand-Vialle
CEO
Federation of European Screen Directors (FERA)
BFI Presents ǀ Creating Space: Celebrating Black Women in International Film
Panel
May 20, 2023, 10:00 - 11:00 GMT+2
Palais Stage (Palais -1) & Online
With only one Black woman to have ever qualified for competition at Cannes until now, the BFI in partnership with the inclusion movement, Diversity in Cannes are creating space in order to challenge narratives that remain prevalent in the industry by inviting pioneering Black Women filmmakers, existing on a global stage to talk through their experiences, achievements and perspectives. In this special event that celebrates what it is to be a filmmaker from an historically marginalised background, we delve deeper into authentic authorship, exploration of self, and how our experiences bring richness to our stories. This is not a diversity panel, but rather a spotlight on and a celebration of Black women filmmakers from underrepresented backgrounds. A chance for them to speak to the industry, as it exists now, on developing creative pathways that serve their own voice and artistic practices whilst existing within these structures.
Speakers
Johanna Makabi
Filmmaker / Producer / Member of the board of Collectif 50/50
Sirens Films & Collectif 50/50
Zoey Martinson
Writer & Director
Smoke & Mirrors Collaborative
Kelley Robins Hicks
Writer/Producer
Shantelle Rochester
CEO and Producer
Ida Rose
Moderators
Yolonda Brinkley
Entertainment Publicist, Consultant and Strategist
Diversity in Cannes
Cannes Streamers Forum | Prime Video France Exclusive: How to Produce with Streaming Services in France
Panel
May 20, 2023, 10:00 - 11:00 GMT+2
Plage des Palmes (Croisette, Goeland)
A fireside chat composed of 2 consecutive panels
Prime Video France's Sahar Baghery (Head of Content) and Thomas Dubois (Head of Originals) will take the stage in an exclusive panel to share insights on their experiences in film production and discuss how Prime Video France has achieved success. The discussion will open with a concrete project and success story, followed by a look at their French Original and French Acquisitions content strategy, diving into the how-to's of the streaming giant when it comes to working in film. Guest speakers will also share tips and best practices based on their experiences.
In the second half of the panel, the strategy presentation will focus on a case-study analysis of “Overdose” (2022), a film by Olivier Marchal produced by Gaumont. Producers Marine Forde and Guillaume Colboc will join Thomas Dubois onstage for this presentation.
The Cannes Streamers Forum content has been developed with the support of Serge Hayat.
Speakers
Sahar Baghery
Head of Content
Prime Video, France
Guillaume Colboc
Producer
Gaumont
Thomas Dubois
Head of Originals
Prime Video, France
Marine Forde
Head of Film Production France
Gaumont
Moderators
Tim Dams
Europe Editor
Screen International
Hong Kong Pavilion | Introduction to Hong Kong-Asian Film Collaboration Funding Scheme
Panel
May 20, 2023, 11:00 - 12:00 GMT+2
Hong Kong Pavilion (Village International Riviera)
Learn about the benefits of cross-cultural collaboration in film production from Hong Kong and Asian industry experts. Discover the funding requirements to collaborate with Hong Kong filmmakers. Grant up to HKD 9m.
Speakers
Gary Mak
Secretary General
Hong Kong Film Development Council
Cannes Streamers Forum | Netflix France Exclusive: How to Work & Produce with Streaming Services in France
Panel
May 20, 2023, 11:15 - 12:15 GMT+2
Plage des Palmes (Croisette, Goeland)
a fireside chat composed of 2 consecutive panels
An exclusive round-table discussion with Netflix France to talk about their local films’ strategy whether inhouse developments or acquisitions, to dive into the how-to-s and to share good tips and instructions on the best practices yet experienced.
Producers Éric and Nicolas Altmayer will join Sara May and Gaëlle Mareschi onstage to tell us more on how things have worked for them in their collaboration and share insights. They recently produced The Takedown (2022), a film by Louis Leterrier for Netflix.
The Cannes Streamers Forum content has been developed with the support of Serge Hayat.
Speakers
Eric and Nicolas Altmayer
Producers
Mandarin & Compagnie
Gaëlle Mareschi
Director of Development and Production
Netflix France
Sara May
Director of Film Acquisitions
Netflix France
Moderators
Rebecca Leffler
France Correspondent for Screen International
Spotlight Asia | Post-pandemic Shifts and Changes in Audiences and Industry Dynamics in Key Asian Markets
Panel
May 20, 2023, 11:30 - 12:30 GMT+2
Palais Stage (Palais -1) & Online
What is the expected performance of a European film in key Asian markets? What genres of European films still find steady audiences and what films have had breakout success in theatres? Is the changing demographic of audiences in Taiwan / Korea /Japan / SEA affecting local theatrical and digital distribution strategies? A deep dive into commercial titles vs auteur cinema, sales vs. pre-sales, interest in IP and remake rights and other issues facing the industry. A practical overview of current trends and new patterns observed in key Asian theatrical and secondary markets in discussion with European sales agents working and curating VOD platforms.
Speakers
Lucie Desquiens
Acquisitions Manager & Sales
Charades
Nathalie Jeung
Head of International Sales
KINOLOGY
Valeska Neu
International Sales Executive
Films Boutique
Maxime Vauthier
VP International Library Sales
STUDIOCANAL
Moderators
Katarzyna Siniarska
Head of Sales
New Europe Film Sales
MPA & FIAPF Conference ǀ The Creative Approach to Sustainability – From Storytelling to Action
Panel
May 20, 2023, 12:00 - 13:00 GMT+2
Main Stage (Riviera) & Online
a roundtable discussion focusing on sustainability and green productions
Films and TV series have the power to make audiences care. Join industry leaders, producers and filmmakers from Europe and the US to discuss how the audiovisual sector helps shape the narrative around sustainability and inspires actions large and small – not just on screen but also behind the camera. The debate will also highlight how our panelists use innovative solutions that promote sustainable practices in their studios, in their offices, and in the communities where they shoot.
The conference will be launched with a welcome by Stan McCoy, (President and Managing Director, MPA EMEA); followed by keynote remarks by Charles Rivkin, (Chairman and CEO, MPA).
Speakers
Claudia Augustinis
Head of Production
Netflix France
Alexander Dumreicher-Ivanceanu
Film Producer; Chairman
Film and Music Austria
William Maunier
Vice President
UNI Europa
Stan McCoy
President and Managing Director
MPA EMEA
Charles Rivkin
Chairman and CEO
MPA
James Tatam
SVP, Chief Operating Officer, Content & Studios and Sustainability Co-Lead
Paramount UK
Moderators
Perrine Quennesson
Journalist
Le Film Français
International Film Finance Forum Presented by Winston Baker
Panel
May 20, 2023, 14:00 - 18:00 GMT+2
Main Stage (Riviera) & Online
This Forum brings together leading industry executives from around the world to discuss and gain insight on the latest trends, shifts in the market, and for networking. This year you can expect conversations regarding Film, Television, Finance, Sales, and Distribution, and learn from visionaries who are bringing game-changing film strategies to the forefront of our community.
Speakers
Tamara Birkemoe
CEO & Co-Founder
Palisades Park Pictures
Claudia Bluemhuber
CEO & Managing Partner
Silver Reel
Wayne Borg
Managing Director – Media Industries, Entertainment and Culture
NEOM
Jonathan Bross
Managing Partner
ASHLAND HILL
Gurinder Chadha
Award-Winning Writer, Director and Producer
Arianne Fraser
CEO and Founding Partner
Highland Film Group (HFG)
Sarah Gabriel
Head of Production & Development
SIGNATURE ENTERTAINMENT
Joshua Harris
CoFounder, CFO
FilmHedge
Diana Lodderhose
International Features Editor
DEADLINE
Al Munteanu
Founder and CEO
SQUAREONE HOLDINGS
Adrian Politowski
BAFTA nominated Film Producer, CEO
ALIGN
Björn Runge
Director, Author and Theatre Director
Uri Singer
President
Passage Pictures
Marc Spivey
Executive Vice Present of TV/Film & Entertainment
HIGGINBOTHAM
Karl Spoerri
CEO
Zurich Avenue
Deon Taylor
Director, Producer, Writer
Roxanne Avent Taylor
Producer
HIDDEN EMPIRE FILM GROUP
Moderators
Amy Baker
CEO & Co-Founder
WINSTON | BAKER
Jay Cohen
Partner, Head of Film Financing and Distribution
THE GERSH AGENCY
Gareth Ellis-Unwin
Academy and BAFTA Award-winning Producer
Brent Emery
Partner
Resonate Entertainment
Akua Gyamfi
Founder
The British Blacklist
Jeff Kalligheri
Co-Founder, Producer
COMPELLING PICTURES
Tyler Sabino
Senior Manager in Talent and Web3 Event Production
TRILLER
Cannes Docs | Doc Talk > Unpacking Sovereignty and Curatorial Justice: The Filmmaker's Perspective
Panel
May 20, 2023, 14:30 - 15:30 GMT+2
Palais Stage (Palais -1) & Online
Parts of the independent film industry are currently engaged in a crucial discussion about the need for more equitable and accountable curation in film programming and selection processes. More and more filmmakers and industry stakeholders alike are openly questioning the traditional power structures that have historically influenced art and cultural institutions with the goal to achieve diversity, inclusion, and representation at all levels.
In this session, we will explore the latest curatorial trends, sustainable career paths, and effective audience engagement strategies from the filmmaker's perspective. Our panelists, from diverse geographies and artistic backgrounds, will share their experiences with ethical representation, storytelling, and questions of their sovereignty that they have faced making and disseminating their documentary films. Together, we will also delve into how filmmakers navigate the challenges posed by the persistence of selection processes lacking awareness and accountability mechanisms and how they can influence the freedom of the filmmaker's artistic vision of the maker.
Curated by DAE - Documentary Association of Europe
Speakers
Yolanda Maria Barroso
Creative & executive producer
Maria Farinha Films
Malin Hüber
HER Film
Nada Riyadh
Director/Producer
Felucca Films
Paul Sng
Writer - Director
Paul Sng (Independent)
Moderators
Rico Johnson-Sinclair
ARTEF
Associated company
DAE - Documentary Association of Europe
Cinema and Iran: a Fundamental Social Voice
Panel
May 20, 2023, 15:00 - 16:00 GMT+2
Plage des Palmes (Croisette, Goeland)
For the past few years, the number of movies produced and directed by Iranian Diaspora have increasingly grown internationally, as well as their success and recognition. At the same time, Iran experienced what is considered the greatest crackdown on Iranian cinema. What are the different challenges to make these movies in and outside Iran? How has their representation of Iranian Society evolved over time? To what extent does it reflect the youth, modernity and dynamism of a country in revolution?
This conference was developed with the support of Serge Hayat.
Speakers
Milad Alami
Director, Writer
Asal Bagheri
PhD, Semiology & Linguistics, specialization in Iranian Cinema
Zar Amir Ebrahimi
Actress, Producer
Kaveh Farnam
Producer, Writer
Sepideh Farsi
Director, Writer
Moderators
Sahar Baghery
Head of Content
Prime Video, France
Cannes Next | How the Future Media Hubs Network Drives Success in Business and innovation for European Industry
Panel
May 20, 2023, 15:00 - 16:00 GMT+2
The Viewpoint (Lerins)
IN CANNES ONLY
Every year Future Media Hubs (an international network of media organisations), takes the innovation stage at Cannes Next to bring forth cases from the ever-evolving media industry! On May 20th, from 3pm until 4pm (CET) their mediapartners will talk about: ‘How to build a virtual production studio’ (VRT - Belgium), ‘AI in media’ (YLE - Finland) and ‘Strategies for reaching Gen Z’ (NRK - Norway)!
Building a multi virtual production studio - Gregg Young (VRT Belgium)
How to build a multi functional virtual production studio for hybrid media formats: automated camera's, easy to move sets, virtual set extensions, AR objects,...
AI in Media - Satu Keto and Tove Mylläri (YLE Finland)
The potential of AI in Media, usecases from a content point of view.
Strategies for reaching Gen Z - (NRK Norway)
How to reach younger audiences (Gen Z) and prevent an increase of young news avoiders? Telling more constructive stories is part of the main strategy for not only the news department, but the entire organization at NRK. An inspiration for other broadcasters and media companies in Europe
Speakers
Sarah Geeroms
VRT (Future Media Hubs)
Satu Keto
Innovation Lead
YLE Finnish Broadcasting Company
Tove Mylläri
Team Lead - Experiments & Collaborations
Yle
Alexander Slotten
Journalist
Nrk
Gregg Young
Head of Video Snackbar
VRT
Moderators
AC Coppens
CEO
The Catalysts
Associated company
Creative Europe Media
Cannes Docs | Un projet documentaire, trois films, une œuvre ? [Associated Event]
Panel
May 20, 2023, 15:30 - 16:30 GMT+2
Le Café des Cinéastes
À partir d’un même projet, comment cohabitent les différentes versions d’une œuvre ? À travers l’histoire d’un projet et d'un parcours, comment se dessine la vie d’un premier film, en plusieurs versions (TV, cinéma, festivals). Exemples et cas pratiques.
Table ronde modérée par Rémi Lainé, président de la Scam, Isabelle Pisani (LCP), Clément Perot-Guillaume, cinéaste, Elsa Klughertz, productrice (Jonas Films), et Diego Governatori, cinéaste de l'ACID.
En partenariat avec la Scam
[In French]
Associated company
ACID
European Commission | Unveiling the "European Media Industry Outlook"
Keynote
May 20, 2023, 16:00 - 16:30 GMT+2
Palais Stage (Palais -1) & Online
The European Commission will present the results of its “European Media Industry Outlook”, a report on industry developments in the audiovisual, media and videogames sectors across the EU. It will unveil new data on audience preferences and consumption, explore demand and supply trends, and report on the potential impact of these trends on the European media market and business models.
Speakers
Lucia Recalde
Deputy Director and Head of the unit "Audiovisual Industry and Media Support Programmes" in the Directorate General (DG) for Communications Networks, Content and Technology (CONNECT)
European Commission
Bastien Remy
Policy Officer at "Audiovisual Industry and Media Support Programmes" in the Directorate General (DG) for Communications Networks, Content and Technology (CONNECT)
European Commission
Moderators
Sten-Kristian Saluveer
Strategic Advisor, Head of Cannes NEXT
Marché du Film - Festival de Cannes
Associated company
Creative Europe Media
Cannes Docs | Supporting creation, from Kyiv to Tehran [Associated Event]
Panel
May 20, 2023, 17:00 - 18:30 GMT+2
Les Cinémas du Monde Pavilion (Village International Riviera)
In collaboration with the ACID (Association du Cinéma indépendant pour sa diffusion), this panel will put forward a discussion between film directors, producers, and residence operators with questions of wartime and periods of crisis creation and its support.
In partnership with ACID
Speakers: Kaveh Farnam (producer, Iranian Independent Filmmaker Association), Maciek Hamela (filmmaker, selection ACID-Cannes 2023), Kateryna Gornostai (producer, “Moon Man” -- TBC), Jean Laurent Csinidis (producer, Films de force majeure), Marianne Dumoulin (producer, JBA Production), Anne Devauchelle (Association L’Usage du monde au 21è siècle)
In the presence of representatives of the CNC (Caméra libre!, European Solidarity Fund For Ukrainian Films).
Moderator: Reza Serkanian (filmmaker - ACID)
The panel will be conducted in English and French with simultaneous interpretation.
Associated company
Institut Français
Hall: International Village, Stand: 107
Projecting Progress: How Can We Best Cultivate and Grow Audiences in a Dynamic and Diverse Film Landscape?
Panel
May 20, 2023, 17:30 - 18:30 GMT+2
Palais Stage (Palais -1) & Online
How can the film industry build on recent positive theatrical performance trends and continue to deliver diverse cinematic experiences across a broad range of content? To connect audiences with stories they know and love and bring new experiences which broaden horizons and open windows into new worlds.
Speakers
Robert Enmark
Head of International Acquisition
SF Studios (Sweden)
Kim Foss
Managing Director
Camera Film and Grand Teatret (Denmark)
Anders Kjærhauge
CEO
Zentropa Group (Denmark)
Moderators
Laura Houlgatte
CEO
UNIC
