Pro Tools
•Register a festival or a film
Submit film to festivals Promote for free or with Promo Packages

FILMFESTIVALS | 24/7 world wide coverage

Welcome !

Enjoy the best of both worlds: Film & Festival News, exploring the best of the film festivals community.  

Launched in 1995, relentlessly connecting films to festivals, documenting and promoting festivals worldwide.

Working on an upgrade soon.

For collaboration, editorial contributions, or publicity, please send us an email here

User login

|FRENCH VERSION|

RSS Feeds 

Martin Scorsese Masterclass in Cannes

 

 

 

The

Stanley Tucci and cast talk The Final Portrait

  by Martin I. Petrov   Many years after his last film and having starred in numerous other titles, Stanley Tucci returns behind the camera with Final Portrait, a period biopic drama that follows the last few years of the life of Swiss-Italian painter Alberto Giacometti. Geoffrey Rush stars as the famous painter alongside Clémence Poésy as his prostitute mistress and Armie Hammer as an American writer who becomes Giacometti’s obsession for the perfect portrait...

The Reckoning.

Director: James McDonald.

Continuing where A Conversation with Mr. D left off, we find Chris Richardson out for revenge for the killing of her lover but unbeknownst to her, someone else is out for her for killing the love of their life.

The BUFF Blog (November 2012)

user
With the exception of Kate Herron, Ugo Onwutalu & Nadia Denton, 6 board members have guest-written the BUFF Blog in the 3 or so years since its’ inception in April 2009 which, at the time, lauded the film ‘Adulthood’ as a watershed for urban independent cinema. A lot has happened since then...     @buffenterprises sent out its very first tweet in April 2009, 3 ½ years on @SpikeLee no less is retweeting BUFF NEWS ALERTS. Also back in 2009, @NoelClarke was ...

ÉCU's Media Partner: The New Current

user
ÉCU's media partner, The New Current is a website that offers a fresh stream of student media and is currently running a series of interviews with the student filmmakers who have been shortlisted in the student category of the ÉCU 2012 Film Festival! This interview features the director of 'Goldfish Love', Elin Gronblom, so check it out and stay tuned for more interviews! // Le partenaire média d'ÉCU, The New Current est un site qui propose de divertissement multimédia de nouve...

The Runner TRAILER

"The Runner" is one of the movies in the Official Selection of ÉCU 2012. The Runner is about a little boy from a township in Cape Town. He needs to find money for his mother's vital surgery and pays a high price that changes his world. The lead role is played by 10-year old Cwangco Mayekiso who actually lives in the Gugulethu township . "The Runner" est un film de la séléction officielle 2012 ...

ÉCU 2012 "My Favourite Film..." Polish Edition

user
Our Polish intern, Marta, talks about the Polish film 'The Game' which is part of the ÉCU 2012 official selection. Check out this video for a snapshot of the film and be sure to stay tuned for more trailers! Notre stagiaire Polonaise parle du film Polonais 'The Game', qui fait partie de la sélection officielle ÉCU 2012. Regardez cette vidéo pour un aperçu du film qu'elle a choisi et être sûr de rester à l'écoute pour plus de remarques! http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=...

"The Squirrel and the Penguin" TRAILER

user
"The Squirrel and The Penguin" is an official selection of ÉCU 2012. This short film is a narrated tale following squirrels and penguins and features a showcase of brilliant animation. // "The Squirrel and The Penguin" fait partie de la sélection officielle d'ÉCU 2012. Ce court métrage est un conte suivant des écureuils et des pingouins, il est mis en valeur par une brillante animation. http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=0GK-0yHb388 ...

The Game TRAILER

user
The Game is an official selection of ÉCU 2012. The animated film features a board game filled with suspense and consequence, taking place in a deserted field between two individuals. But this is no ordinary board game. Check it out! "The Game" fait partie de la sélection officielle d'ÉCU 2012. Le film d'animation dispose d'un jeu de plateau rempli de suspense et de conséquence, prenant place dans un champ désert entre deux individus. Mais ce n'est pas jeu de sociét...

The alternative birth of the Music Video

user
By Robert Barry In April 2005, less than a year before shooting their own debut film Electroma, the French electronic group Daft Punk directed themselves in a video for the song 'Robot Rock', from their third album, Human After All. The video finds Thomas Bangalter and Guy-Manuel de Homem-Christo in black leather and robot masks performing on a dark, neon-lit stage resembling somewhat the sets for the BBC's flagship pop music show Top of the Pops in the late eighties. Surrounding the stage, a p...

Interview with the make up artist Manlio Rocchetti and the dubber Rodolofo Bianchi

user
  http://www.ecufilmfestival.com/?p=10005 Accademia Nazionale del Cinema: the tricks of the trade of an Oscar Prize and a King of dubbers. Last month ÉCU on the road, made a stop in Bologna, at the Accademia Nazionale del Cinema, for a double screening! The Accademia hosts five courses attended by students from over 60 Italian cities. The original mission, namely to educate and prepare students in order for them to be able to understand, confront and successfully overcome th...

The Hunt Teaser

NEW SUBMISSION TO ÉCU A pair of young women run for their lives amongst the decay of a fallen civilization. However, the question beckons, exactly what are you willing to do to survive? Une paire de jeunes femmes courir pour leur vie au milieu de la désintégration d'une civilisation déchue. Cependant, la question fait signe, exactement ce que vous êtes prêts à faire pour survivre?

ÉCU's top 5 things to do in Paris in November

user
ÉCU's top 5 things to do in Paris in November Although the beginning of November is another milestone on the way to the deep midwinter, don’t despair! ÉCU has come up with a calendar of great things to do in and around Paris in the world of cinema. Even though the arrival of autumn spells the end of our Indian summer, thanks to the Festival d’Automne there will be lots to keep everyone’s mind off the gloom outside. Since 1972, the festival has offered challenging contemporary cul...

The Punishment TEASER

NEW SUBMISSION TO ÉCU 2012 YOUTH CATEGORY Synopsis: Alessio, caught by the headmaster painting a mural at school, tries to justify himself by saying he didn't realise he was actually inside the school as he was listening to rock music "... it gives him such a rush". As a punishment he has to clean the school toilets, listening to classical music... Alessio realises that everything which happens in the scho ...

‘ Red in the Water’ - director Mikel Gurrea ECU 2012 New submission Interview

user
By Alexander Acosta Osorio culturamas.es “Legend tells the hero cut off the head of Medusa and threw it to the water. However, the blood of that head became a red stone under the sea. That is the origin of coral. In the early 20th century, a deaf fisherman will bring the myth to life.” Mikel Gurrea was born in Donostia-San Sebastian, in the Basque country. When he was 18, he moved to Barcelona to study Audiovisual Communications at the Pompeu Fabra University. Whil...

Live Chat: Young Women's Voices in Media

user
Monday, July 11, Project Voicescape hosted a live chat to discuss the future of the media industry from the perspective of young creative women. This conversation is the first in an ongoing series of live chats called “Leading the Conversation” that ITVS will present this year. Find out more! Article: http://to.pbs.org/qkjxTN   Lundi, 11 juillet, Project Voicescape a animé une discussion en direct pour parler de l’avenir de l’industrie média selon le point de vue...

The BUFF Blog (June 2011)

user
Online, on-air and in person, this is BUFF. And so said the voice of BUFF which greeted the masses of online followers with the May 31 announcement of this year’s opening feature. And though the dulcet tones of Ewan Allinson and DJ Elayne Smith will continue to form a cornerstone of the BUFF movement, things are going to be a little bit different round here. From September, the 2011 British Urban Film Festival will be coming at ya with a whole new look which means, finally, that the buffest fi...

The General PRO-Keds Royal Lo

user
The General PRO-Keds Royal Lo. The iconic PRO-Keds Royal Lo sneakers show off your unique style. You’re an original and your shoes should be, too. PRO-Keds lets you customize the entire shoe. Not feeling creative? Choose from thousands of our designs. Note: Sizes shown are Men’s Sizes.The General by ManuelSeixasMake your own shoes online with zazzle.com...

The Stratosphere Avery Signature 1" Binder

user
The Stratosphere Avery Signature 1" Binder. Create eye-catching Avery Custom Signature Binders for home or office. Design unique wedding albums, recipe books and photo albums. Showcase your business with custom client binders, proposals and reports. 3-Ring binders include full-bleed, photo-quality printing on the front, back and spine, and 4 pockets. The Stratosphere Avery Signature 1" Binder comes in two different ring types. 1.4" spine. Full-color, photo-quality printing. Holds ...

The Czar Kids' Champion Lace Up.

user
The Czar Kids' Champion Lace Up. Get your kids a pair of one-of-a-kind Champion lace up sneakers. Choose from thousands of our designs or have fun creating your own. These Keds shoes take your kids from the classroom to the playground in comfort and style.The Czar by ManuelSeixasDesign custom shoes at Zazzle...

The Wild Yellow Neck Tie

user
The Wild Yellow Neck Tie. What’s a tailored suit without a custom tie! Create one-of-a-kind ties for yourself or your loved ones. Upload your own images and patterns, or browse thousands of stylish designs to wear in the office or on the town. 55" long, 4" wide (at widest point). Unlimited colors. Made of silky 100% polyester fabric. No minimum order.The Wild Yellow by ManuelSeixasView other Arts Ties...

The Sensitive Kids' Champion Slip On

user
The Sensitive Kids' Champion Slip On. Get your kids a pair of one-of-a-kind Champion slip-on sneakers. Choose from thousands of our designs or have fun creating your own. These Keds shoes take your kids from the classroom to the playground in comfort and style.The Sensitive by ManuelSeixasMake your own shoes online with zazzle.com...

The Kind Kids' Champion Lace Up

user
The Kind Kids' Champion Lace Up. Get your kids a pair of one-of-a-kind Champion lace up sneakers. Choose from thousands of our designs or have fun creating your own. These Keds shoes take your kids from the classroom to the playground in comfort and style.The Kind by ManuelSeixas Make custom sneakers online at zazzle...

The Flame Avery Signature 1" Binder

user
The Flame Avery Signature 1" Binder. Create eye-catching Avery Custom Signature Binders for home or office. Design unique wedding albums, recipe books and photo albums. Showcase your business with custom client binders, proposals and reports. 3-Ring binders include full-bleed, photo-quality printing on the front, back and spine, and 4 pockets. The Flame Avery Signature 1" Binder comes in two different ring types. 1.4" spine. Full-color, photo-quality printing. Holds 175 pages with...

The Net Kids' Champion Slip On

user
The Net Kids' Champion Slip On. Get your kids a pair of one-of-a-kind Champion slip-on sneakers. Choose from thousands of our designs or have fun creating your own. These Keds shoes take your kids from the classroom to the playground in comfort and style.The Net by ManuelSeixasView more Arts Shoes ...

The Metamorphism Avery Signature 1" Binder

user
The Metamorphism Avery Signature 1" Binder. Create eye-catching Avery Custom Signature Binders for home or office. Design unique wedding albums, recipe books and photo albums. Showcase your business with custom client binders, proposals and reports. 3-Ring binders include full-bleed, photo-quality printing on the front, back and spine, and 4 pockets. The Metamorphism Avery Signature 1" Binder comes in two different ring types. 1.4" spine. Full-color, photo-quality printing. Holds ...

Links

The Bulletin Board

> The Bulletin Board Blog
> Partner festivals calling now
> Call for Entry Channel
> Film Showcase
>
 The Best for Fests

Meet our Fest Partners 

Following News

Interview with EFM (Berlin) Director

 

 

Interview with IFTA Chairman (AFM)

 

 

Interview with Cannes Marche du Film Director

 

 

 

Filmfestivals.com dailies live coverage from

> Live from India 
> Live from LA
Beyond Borders
> Locarno
> Toronto
> Venice
> San Sebastian

> AFM
> Tallinn Black Nights 
> Red Sea International Film Festival

> Palm Springs Film Festival
> Kustendorf
> Rotterdam
> Sundance
Santa Barbara Film Festival SBIFF
> Berlin / EFM 
> Fantasporto
Amdocs
Houston WorldFest 
> Julien Dubuque International Film Festival
Cannes / Marche du Film 

 

 

Useful links for the indies:

Big files transfer
> Celebrities / Headlines / News / Gossip
> Clients References
> Crowd Funding
> Deals

> Festivals Trailers Park
> Film Commissions 
> Film Schools
> Financing
> Independent Filmmaking
> Motion Picture Companies and Studios
> Movie Sites
> Movie Theatre Programs
> Music/Soundtracks 
> Posters and Collectibles
> Professional Resources
> Screenwriting
> Search Engines
> Self Distribution
> Search sites – Entertainment
> Short film
> Streaming Solutions
> Submit to festivals
> Videos, DVDs
> Web Magazines and TV

 

> Other resources

+ SUBSCRIBE to the weekly Newsletter
+ Connecting film to fest: Marketing & Promotion
Special offers and discounts
Festival Waiver service
 

gersbach.net