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The countdown is on! In just a few weeks, we’ll be unveiling our new edition, packed with exciting events, insighful presentations and dynamic showcases that will make #MDF25 one to remember!

Here's a teaser of what's to come!

WHO'S GOING TO CANNES?
Announcing our 2025 Goes To Cannes partners lineup!

Get ready for 5 showcases of original works-in-progress, handpicked by top festivals & markets from around the world. This is your chance to discover fresh projects, meet visionary filmmakers, and explore leading film festivals — all in one place! 

Join us for the pitching sessions 16–19 May, and stay tuned as the selected projects are progressively revealed.

Please welcome our 2025 – Festival Partners! 

BRAND NEW VENUE
Introducing the "Village Innovation"!

We are thrilled to announce the launch of the Village Innovation — where technology meets creativity! This exciting new venue in Cannes will play host to our key initiatives like  Cannes Next and the all-new Immersive Market.

Get ready for cutting-edge panels, live demos, and in-depth discussions on generative AI, virtual production, and other gamechanging technologies from leading innovators!

PROGRAMS
What Else is New?

Cannes Remakes

Discover the 11 original IPs from France, Spain, and Italy set be pitched live on 19 May at the CNC Beach. Explore even more fresh IP titles in the Cannes Remakes Industry Video Library on Cinando, now open for registered Marché du Film participants only!

Frontières

Explore the 13 genre film projects selected for this year's Frontières Platform showcases – Proof of Concept (17 May) and Buyers Showcase (18 May)! Each project is seeking prospective financiers, distribution or sales representation. 

Shoot the Book!

Check out the 2025 Pitches Selection for Shoot the Book! – 12 standout books from France, the US, the UK, and Switzerland, that have been chosen for their strong potential to make the leap from page to screen. Join our two-day program – registration is now open!

Docs-in-Progress

We’re thrilled to introduce the brilliant minds behind this year’s Docs-in-Progress Jury — three exceptional professionals who will help spotlight the most promising documentary works-in-progress and decide who takes home this year’s prestigious prizes!

2025 OFFICIAL SELECTION ANNOUNCED
Festival de Cannes' spotlight on Brazil in this year's selection!

The 78th Festival de Cannes Official Selection has been announced! This year’s lineup features a global mix of fresh talent and acclaimed filmmakers — spanning In Competition, Un Certain Regard, Out of Competition, Midnight Screenings, Cannes Premières and Special Screenings.

We're especially excited as this year will shine a spotlight on Brazilian film, The Secret Agent (O Agente Secreto) by Kleber Mendonça Filho, selected In Competition. This recognition offers Brazil a unique opportunity to showcase its vibrant audiovisual industry at Cannes, and as our 2025 Country of Honour through the Marché du Film’s industry programs.