From 15 to 18 May 2026, Goes to Cannes returns to the Marché du Film, showcasing works-in-progress selected by 7 partner festivals worldwide. This year, Ciné+ OCS and A.H Media Production join Sideral Cinema to award three standout projects.
Every year, the Marché du Film gives international film festivals & markets the opportunity to host their own curated showcase in Cannes – presenting original works-in-progress and providing emerging talents with a stage to pitch their projects to sales agents, distributors, and festival programmers.
The lineup will feature films in various stages of post-production, reflecting diverse cultures, new cinematic expressions, and unique perspectives from around the world.
Meet this year’s 2026 Partner Festivals:
- Adelaide Film Festival | Adelaide, Australia
- Africa International Film Festival | Lagos, Nigeria
- Festival do Rio | Rio de Janeiro, Brazil
- Hong Kong – Asia Film Financing Forum (HAF) | Hong Kong, China
- Tallinn Black Nights Film Festival | Tallinn, Estonia
- Tokyo International Film Festival | Tokyo, Japan
- Ventana Sur | Montevideo, Uruguay
For the first time this year, Goes to Cannes will present awards to three winning projects:
- €10,000 prize, offered by new award sponsor A.H Media Production, a leading Egyptian production company known for high-quality content and supporting new voices and talents
- €15,000 prize for a French co-production project, offered by new award sponsor Ciné+ OCS, a subscription service offering French television channels focused on cinema
- €10,000 MG, offered by Sideral Cinema, a returning Goes to Cannes award sponsor and Spanish film studio specializing in the sales and distribution of international independent film
The 2026 Goes to Cannes project selection will be revealed in April.