he ABCGuionistas Short Screenplay International Contest opens its eighth edition with the collaboration of Altamedia Studios, Instituto del Cine Madrid (Madrid Film Institute), in addition to the brands Marca de Autor and Un Verano de Guion.
The contest has the purpose of promoting the creation of short screenplays in Spanish and the visibility of their authors. It is opened for novel and professional screenwriters of any country seeking to show their storytelling talent, winning exposure and getting rewarded for writing.
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VIII International Competition Short Film Script Abcscriptwriters
Sony Pictures presents an innovative initiative aimed at discovering fiction series projects that address stories related to diversity and inclusion. We are looking for narratives that celebrate diversity, promote inclusion, and resonate in the Latin audiovisual market. This program represents a boost for these stories and an opportunity for new talents in the industry, who will benefit from a six-month learning process.
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PITCH - Sony Pictures Television
VS Series is a section of Ventana Sur 2026 aimed at Latin American fiction and documentary series projects in an advanced stage of development, submitted by Latin American production companies or developed as co-productions with Latin America. Projects must consist of episodes of 20 minutes or more.
The initiative operates as a space for acceleration, international networking, and market opportunities, offering selected projects opportunities to meet with decision-makers, network, receive support, and participate in individual meetings.
For the 2026 edition, the application opening date is not specified, and the deadline is September 16, 2026. Ventana Sur 2026 will take place in Montevideo, Uruguay, from November 30 to December 4, 2026.VS Series is a section of Ventana Sur 2026 aimed at Latin American fiction and documentary series projects in an advanced stage of development, submitted by Latin American production companies or developed as co-productions with Latin America. Projects must consist of episodes of 20 minutes or more.
The initiative operates as a space for acceleration, international networking, and market opportunities, offering selected projects opportunities to meet with decision-makers, network, receive support, and participate in individual meetings.
For the 2026 edition, the application opening date is not specified, and the deadline is September 16, 2026. Ventana Sur 2026 will take place in Montevideo, Uruguay, from November 30 to December 4, 2026.
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Series – VENTANA SUR
The Darkroom 2026 program, organized by the International Film Festival Rotterdam (IFFR) through its professional market CineMart, is aimed at feature films and immersive media projects that are in an advanced stage of editing or post-production. It focuses on Work in Progress projects, providing a professional platform to showcase films that are not yet fully completed. Short films or fully finished films with distribution already in place are not accepted.
The event will take place in Rotterdam, Netherlands, during IFFR Pro / CineMart from January 31 to February 4, 2026. The call was international, allowing submissions from any country, with no restrictions on cinematic genre; fiction, documentary, and hybrid projects are welcome.
The submission deadline was October 19, 2025, so the call is now closed. Darkroom offers a unique opportunity to connect with industry professionals, receive expert feedback, and prepare projects for international release or distribution.
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Darkroom - IFFR
The American Film Market (AFM) 2025 will take place from November 11 to 16 in Los Angeles, California. It is one of the most important independent film markets globally, where distribution, financing, and promotion deals worth billions of dollars are made.
The event gathers producers, distributors, buyers, and industry professionals to present projects, network, and participate in specialized conferences and panels. Key activities include the Pitch Conference, where filmmakers can present projects through a two-minute video, and support programs for film sales companies.
The call is open to film professionals interested in showcasing, financing, or selling cinematic projects. It provides an opportunity to expand networks, gain international visibility, and understand trends in the independent film market. Participation enables strategic connections with key global industry players and access to practical insights on film production, distribution, and marketing.
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American Film Market
