El 21° Encuentro Internacional de Productores – Ficción, parte de Encuentros Cartagena 2026, se realizará en el marco del 65º Festival Internacional de Cine de Cartagena de Indias. Está dirigido a proyectos latinoamericanos de largometraje de ficción en etapa de desarrollo, ofreciendo un espacio de fortalecimiento profesional mediante asesorías, clases magistrales, networking y un pitch final de proyectos. La convocatoria está abierta únicamente a proyectos de ficción, sin incluir documentales.
Las postulaciones estarán abiertas desde el 1 de diciembre de 2025 hasta el 18 de enero de 2026. El encuentro se desarrollará en dos modalidades: virtual, del 6 al 10 de abril de 2026, y presencial, del 13 al 17 de abril de 2026 en Cartagena de Indias, Colombia. Esta convocatoria permite la participación de equipos latinoamericanos, buscando fomentar la profesionalización y la visibilidad de nuevos proyectos de largometraje de ficción en la región. El enfoque del encuentro está en la industria cinematográfica, con especial atención en el desarrollo de proyectos y oportunidades de networking para productores emergentes.
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Encuentros (Ficción) – FICCI
LUSCA, International Caribbean Fantastic Film Festival (LUSCA) is presented by Puerto Rico Film Academy, Inc. Its main objective is to promote the cinematographic art through the presentation of high quality films. LUSCA is an event that is celebrated in different places in Puerto Rico and lasts fifteen (15) days.
The script must be in one of the genres promoted by the LUSCA Fantastic Film Fest (fantasy, science fiction, comedy, bizarre).
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LUSCA Film Fest - Screenplay Contest
The Rotterdam Lab 2026 is a program for emerging international film producers seeking to expand their professional network and develop feature-length projects with international co-production potential. It is open to independent producers, freelancers, or junior producers in production companies, with no age limit, who have completed at least two short films and are working on their first or second feature.
The program prioritizes diversity and inclusion, especially welcoming applicants from minority, indigenous, LGBTQIA+, neurodiverse, disabled communities, or underrepresented regions in the international film industry.
Selected participants receive full access to IFFR Pro and CineMart 2026, including accreditation for meetings, screenings, networking events, and five nights of accommodation. Travel expenses are not covered.
The lab takes place during the International Film Festival Rotterdam, from late January to early February 2026. Applicants must submit an application form, CV, and motivation letter, with an optional portfolio or dossier. The main focus is on the international potential of the project and the producer’s ability to contribute to and benefit from the lab.
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Lab - IFFR
The Hollywood Storytellers Script Competition is an international screenwriting contest open to feature films, shorts, and TV pilots across all genres. The submission deadline is November 2, 2025. Scripts must be submitted in English as PDFs and meet standard length requirements per category. The jury consists of industry professionals from major studios such as Disney, Netflix, and Warner Bros. Participants can optionally request executive feedback with a free resubmission option. Winners receive laurels, certificates, industry exposure, and an invitation to attend the live event in Los Angeles on March 21 and 22, 2026. This festival is a valuable opportunity for screenwriters seeking visibility, networking, and direct access to Hollywood professionals. Entry fees range from $28 to $80 USD, with discounts available.
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Festival de cine Hollywood Storytellers - CONCURSO DE GUIÓN
Sykehouse FilmFest is an international film festival dedicated to rewarding filmmakers from all over the world. We are running our next live event on 28th June 2025 with back to back screening of selected entries and an award ceremony at the end of the day to announce the winners.
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Sykehouse Film - Writers's Conference
