Spot the Composer

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Gathering the best composers to create harmonious collaborations in Cannes!

Program details

Key Dates: 15-19 May 2026

Access: Selected Participants Only

Main Venue: Palais Stage (Palais -1)

Target Audience: Film Composers, Feature Film Directors, Producers


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Call for Participants
Composers on the Rise
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Spot the Composer is the Marché du Film’s program bridging the gap between film music composers and directors or producers looking for original music for their projects.

Launched in 2020 with the support of SACEM, Spot the Composer brings together 10 talented international film composers each year, offering them a one-of-a-kind opportunity to showcase their talent, spark new collaborations, and take their careers to the next level!

The selected composers are invited to take part in exclusive one-on-one meetings, meticulously curated to match them with film projects at various stages of development or production. They will also gain invaluable industry insights through case studies and masterclasses led by industry experts and key figures in the world of film music composition.

The call-for-participants for Spot the Composer’s NEW pilot program, Composers on the Rise, is NOW open!

Introducing Composers on the Rise in 2026!

The Marché du Film is expanding its commitment to film music composers with the launch of a brand-new 2026 pilot program, designed to spotlight a new generation of talent: Composers on the Rise.

Building on the success of Spot the Composer, the initiative will select five early-career composers attending Cannes, offering them a platform to take part in one-on-one meetings with short film directors, a case study session with one of our Spot the Composer alumni, and a private masterclass with a renowned film composer —providing practical insights into the craft and business of film scoring.

IN COLLABORATION WITH

Sacem

WITH THE SUPPORT OF

Creative Europe MEDIA

IN ASSOCIATION WITH

Disco