Rotterdam Lab participants 2025
Celebrating its 25 edition in 2025, Rotterdam Lab welcomes 71 outstanding emerging producers nominated by its worldwide partners together with a number from its own open call. This five-day ride of panel sessions, roundtables, and networking events provides a golden opportunity for participants to refine their (co)producing craft and expand their international network.

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Ahmed Abdelsalam (Egypt)
Ahmed Abdelsalam is a Cairo-based film director and producer, holding an MA in Film Directing from MetFilm School London. His directorial debut, CAI – BER, received El Gouna Star for Best Arab Short Film in 2021 and was officially selected at prestigious international film festivals including Clermont-Ferrand, CINEMED Montpellier, Melbourne and Durban. Abdelsalam launched his career as an Assistant Director, contributing to notable feature-length films and acclaimed series such as Clash (2016), Tayea (2018) and beel (2019).
Currently, Abdelsalam spends his time between his native Cairo and London, engaging in producing and directing various projects encompassing both fiction and documentary. He is currently in production for his feature-length producing debut, American Dream.
Digital Tales Productions – Egypt
Digital Tales Productions is an award-winning production house renowned for seamlessly merging the worlds of arthouse creations and commercial brand films. Our commitment lies in crafting pieces that not only align with the client’s objectives but also possess an artistic and cinematic finesse.
We specialise in crafting compelling stories that leave a lasting impact on the audience, presented in diverse formats such as brand films, live-action productions, documentaries and series. Our comprehensive production services extend to both TV and major screen projects, encompassing everything from concept development and pre-production to offline and online editing facilities.
Digital Tales boasts an acclaimed team of filmmakers whose collaborations are enriched by a broad network of high-caliber specialists and industry veterans from today’s contemporary generation. This collaborative approach ensures unparalleled support and insight, consistently contributing to the distinctive and nuanced quality of the company’s body of work.
Projects in development
At Night I Think About Cairo, directed by Ahmed Abdelsalam (feature fiction)
Projects in production / post-production
American Dream, directed by Amir El-Shenawy (documentary feature)
Released films
CAI – BER, directed by Ahmed Abdelsalam (fiction short)
Arab Cinema Center
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Jawaher Alamri (Saudi Arabia)
Jawaher Alamri is a Saudi film director and producer. She graduated from Effat University with a degree in Cinematic Arts. Her latest short film The Last Dismissal won the jury special prize at the CIFF 2024. She is also one of the directors of the Saudi anthology Becoming, which has been screened at many festivals. She produced The Girls Who Burned the Night which won several prizes worldwide. She was the production manager of the feature film 40 years and One Night, also she line produced for an episode at Nemra 2 TV show.
Projects in development
Do re Mimi, directed by Fatima Albanawi (fiction feature)
Projects in production / post-production
Kadi At omna Hawaa, directed by Khalida Batweel (fiction short)
Released films
The Girls who Burned the Night, directed by Sara Mesfer (fiction short)
Crocodile, directed by Khaled Moeit (fiction short)
British Council
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Hollie Bryan (UK)
Hollie’s debut feature as producer, The Ceremony premiered at this years’ Edinburgh International Film Festival in competition, winning the inaugural Sean Connery main competition prize. The film is currently nominated for two British Independent Film Awards including Breakthrough Producer. Before that Hollie was Associate Producer on The Old Oak, directed by Ken Loach with Rebecca O’Brien at Sixteen Films.
Through Cosmosquare Films Hollie produced several independent and publicly funded short films, including award-winning short documentary Hanging On. Her more recent shorts have just finished their festival circuit, including Predators, which premiered at BFI London Film Festival in 2023 and was nominated for a Critics Circle Award in 2024, and Bury The Dogs, which premiered internationally at Clermont Ferrand Short Film Festival earlier this year.
Cosmosquare Films – United Kingdom
Founded in 2020 by producer Hollie Bryan in the north of the UK, Cosmosquare Films works with exciting upcoming writers and directors with strong story and directorial vision. The company’s first short film, Hanging On, premiered at Sheffield Doc Fest and Toronto International Film Festival in 2021 going on to win several awards. Cosmosquare Films’ first feature, The Ceremony, premiered at Edinburgh International Film Festival in 2024, winning the Sean Connery prize. The company has recently expanded its slate and is currently developing several features with a focus on international co-production. Recently Cosmosquare Films was commissioned by UK City of Culture 2025 to lead three films by breakout filmmaking talent in Bradford and awarded support from the UK Global Screen Fund.
Projects in development
- Sunburn, directed by Jack King (fiction feature)
- Snowbird, directed by Jack King (fiction feature)
- Scarlett_123, directed by Jack Wake Walker (fiction feature)
- Uncovered, directed by Michael Kratochvil (fiction feature)
- In Our Blood, directed by Stephanie Zari (fiction feature)
Projects in production / post-production
- Scraps, directed by Evie Manning (fiction short)
- Practical Anarchy, directed by Michael McCabe (documentary short)
Released films
- The Ceremony, directed by Jack King (fiction feature)
- Predators, directed by Jack King (fiction short)
- Bury The Dogs, directed by Beth Rowland (fiction short)
- Hanging On, directed by Alfie Barker (documentary short)
- Warm, directed by Alfie Barker (fiction short)
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Abid Khan (UK)
Abid Khan is a UK-Pakistani producer-director, with a passion for creating bold, cross-cultural stories that explore themes of identity, belonging, and human connection. His debut feature, Granada Nights (2021), received critical acclaim for its heartfelt storytelling and international collaboration. A BIFA Springboard 2023 alum, Abid is committed to championing underrepresented voices and fostering creative partnerships across borders. He is currently in development on three features and one short, all of which will be international co-productions.
Eyefive Films – United Kingdom
Eyefive Films, founded in 2015, is an independent UK-based production company committed to creating bold, culturally rich, and emotionally resonant films. Specializing in stories that explore themes of identity, belonging, and human connection, the company focuses on developing character-driven dramas and cross-cultural narratives with universal appeal. Dedicated to championing underrepresented voices and emerging talent, Eyefive Films is passionate about crafting cinematic experiences that connect deeply with audiences around the world.
Projects in development
- Hello, Somebody, directed by Abid Khan (fiction feature)
- Izzat, directed by Abid Khan (fiction feature)
- The Ringtone King, directed by Abid Khan (fiction feature)
- All I Need Is Love, directed by Abid Khan (fiction short)
Released films
- Granada Nights, directed by Abid Khan (fiction feature)
Catalan Films
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Anna Moragriega Farrés (Spain)
Anna Moragriega Farrés graduated in Film Production from ESCAC (Cinema and Audiovisual School of Catalonia). As a producer, her most notable works include Neither Forgive nor Forget (Jordi Boquet, 2019), winner of Best Short Film at the XIII Gaudí Awards, and as associate producer of the documentary Brother Horse (Marcel Barrena, 2023), nominated for Best Documentary at the 2024 Gaudí Awards. She was also a co-line producer for the feature film Tale of Shepherds (Jaime Puertas, 2024), premiered at IFFR. In 2022, she co-founded Pausa Dramàtica Films with producer Olga Doganoc, where she has produced eight short films and is currently leading the executive production of three debut features: Laughing (Jordi Boquet), The Fucking Trinity (Erik Rodríguez), and Lóngquán (Adrià Guxens).
Pausa Dramàtica Films – Spain
Pausa Dramàtica Films, a Catalan independent production company, is distinguished by its commitment to fostering young talent and exploring themes of diversity. Its debut short film, The Train of Joy, was nominated for a Goya Award. Having produced eight short films to date, the company is currently developing the feature films Laughing (Jordi Boquet), Portraits of Intimacy (Camila Pineda), The Fucking Trinity (Erik Rodríguez), and Lóngquán (Adrià Guxens).
Projects in development
- Laughing, directed by Jordi Boquet (fiction feature)
- The Fucking Trinity, directed by Erik Rodríguez (fiction feature)
- Lóngquán, directed by Adrià Guxens (hybrid documentary feature)
- It Was the Night, directed by Margalida Adrover (fiction short)
- I Don’t Know How to Whistle Like Shepherds, directed by Pau Mira (documentary feature)
Projects in production / post-production
- Ocaso, directed by Alexander Mansfield Martinez (fiction short)
- Dalia, directed by Águeda Sfer (fiction short)
- Carlitos in the Dark, directed by David S. Murga (fiction short) / Not released, starting festival strategy
Released films
- Neither Forgive nor Forget, directed by Jordi Boquet (fiction short)
- Nàdia, directed by Sofia Farré (fiction short)
- Brother Horse, directed by Marcel Barrena (documentary feature)
- The Train of Joy, directed by Jordi Boquet (fiction short)
- The Nest, directed by Valèria Cuní (fiction short)
- Did Not Sleep Well Today, directed by Enrique Perales (fiction short)
- Dawn, directed by Martina Sáez Savi (documentary/experimental short)
- Maitemina, directed by Erik Rodríguez (fiction/experimental short)
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Laura Serra Solé (Spain)
Laura Serra Solé holds a degree in Audiovisual Communication from Pompeu Fabra University in Barcelona. She has been part of Ringo Media’s team since early 2022 and has been selected for production labs such as Acció Producció (Dones Visuals – Catalonia) or Green Film Lab (TFL).
Executive producer of the debut feature film The Imminent Age, by Col·lectiu Vigília, awarded at the Giffoni Film Festival, Cork International Film Festival, and Gijón International Film Festival 2024. She is currently working as a delegated producer on several projects. Her vision is to build a network of emerging talents from younger generations, bringing new narratives to engage with contemporary society.
Before that, she worked as an intern at Catalan Films and produced several short films.
Ringo Media – Spain
Ringo Media is an independent production company born in 2017 in Barcelona with the aim of creating original films with an auteur approach to captivate audiences.
Among its titles, the debut film Matria by Álvaro Gago stands out, presented in the Panorama section of the Berlinale 2023, with two nominations in the 38th Goya Awards, based on the award-winning short film at Sundance in 2018. In 2024 releases the thriller documentary My Sextortion Diary by Patricia Franquesa, selected at SXSW, Hot Docs, and IDFA; The Imminent Age, by Col·lectiu Vigília, awarded at Giffoni Film Festival, Cork International Film Festival, and Gijón International Film Festival; and the documentary Filming Flying Birds by Zeltia Outeiriño, awarded at L’Alternativa Barcelona Independent Film Festival.
Projects in development
- Ultrasound, directed by Aitana Ahrens (documentary short film)
Low Season, directed by Marta Font (fiction feature)
Released films
- The Imminent Age, directed by Col·lectiu Vigília (fiction feature)
Last Day of Summer, directed by Ariadna Ulldemolins Abad and Àlex Serra (fiction short film)
- Ultrasound, directed by Aitana Ahrens (documentary short film)
Croatian Audiovisual Centre
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Dina Uglešić (Croatia)
Dina Uglešić, born November 11, 1998, in Zadar, is a Croatian film producer and director. A graduate of VERN’ University, she earned her BA in Film, TV and Multimedia Design with the animated short Balloon and her master’s with the award-winning short Pater Familias. Dina contributed to the feature Zagreb Equinox, Croatia’s top-grossing domestic film of 2020, and has since worked on various productions spanning live-action and animation. She served as a production and sustainability coordinator for Studio Dim, PomPom Film, and Zagreb Film Festival, and produced the HRT documentary series Dogs with Jobs. A member of HRUP and EWA, Dina is co-owner of Backpack Production, where she develops projects showcasing fresh voices and innovative storytelling.
Backpack Production – Croatia
Backpack Production, founded by director/producer Dina Uglešić and producer Allina Nicolis, champions creative film projects by emerging filmmakers. Focused on innovative, authentic storytelling, they collaborate with talented screenwriters, directors, and co-producers, with a special emphasis on young audiences and arthouse films exploring contemporary themes. Dina and Allina, who met during their Film and TV studies at VERN’ University, began their partnership on Dina’s award-winning short Pater Familias. Drawing on international co-production and festival experience, they formed Backpack Production, now developing projects like Plava Lasica (dir. Luka Vukorepa), GAME (dir. David Šegić), and the feature Lito koje traje zauvik (supported by HAVC). Dina is a member of HRUP and EWA, underscoring their commitment to fostering independent, culturally rich cinema.
Projects in development
- GAME, directed by David Šegić (fiction short)
- Taste the Islands, directed by Dina Uglešić (documentary series)
- Endless Summer, written by Karla Leko (fiction feature)
Released films
- Dogs with Jobs S1, directed by Petar Vukičević (documentary series)
- Pater Familias, directed by Dina Uglešić (fiction short)
- Front, directed by Dina Uglešić (documentary short)
- Balloon, directed by Dina Uglešić (fiction animated short)
Danish Film Institute
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Anna Marina Skouros (Denmark)
Anna Marina Skouros is a Danish producer who started her career in 2018 in the two Copenhagen-based companies Meta Film and SAM Productions from where she worked as part of the producer team on both feature films and series.
In 2022, Anna Marina left the two companies to start her own production company outside of Copenhagen, more specifically on the island of Funen. This is where she grew up and she chose to move back to be a part of and help push forward a budding professional film environment on the island. Her company is called Onomamono and is an independent art house company that pays significant attention to processes that allow creativity, immersion and talent development.
Onomamono – Denmark
Onomamono is a Danish production company founded in 2022. Located in Nyborg, a smaller city in the middle of Denmark, we have space for diverse storytelling, big ambitions and an artistic quality that runs through all our productions.
Onomamono develops and produces fiction and documentary films. We do not limit ourselves to specific formats or methods. Most importantly, we believe in all of the projects we take into our slate and work every day to nurture them until they are ready to meet their audiences.
Placed in the area of the regional fund FilmFyn we also enjoy great opportunities for co-productions.
Projects in development
- While Our Sun Burns, directed by David Krøyer (documentary feature)
- Birds of a Feather, directed by Darshika Karunahara (fiction feature)
- State Children, directed by Kasper Stensgaard (fiction feature)
- Katarsis, directed by Jakob Pagel Andersen (documentary feature)
- Slimy Alien, directed by Lena Milovic (TV series)
Released films
- First Night, directed by Darshika Karunahara (fiction short)
When in Rome, directed by Niclas Bendixen (fiction feature)
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Claes Hedlund (Denmark)
Claes Hedlund, Swedish-born and Danish-educated, graduated from the National Film School of Denmark in 2023. Since graduating he has been working at Paloma Productions. He is currently developing his two first feature-films.
Paloma Productions – Denmark
Paloma Productions is a Copenhagen-based boutique film production company founded in 2019. We seek projects that are stylistically innovative and engage with today’s political and social issues. Our slate balances experienced and emerging filmmakers, fostering diversity and freshness.
Projects in development
- DIRECT ME!, directed by Majse Vilstrup (documentary feature)
Lost at Sea, directed by Ejner Seidelin (documentary feature)
Projects in production / post-production
- Architecture As Invention, directed by Michael Madsen (documentary feature)
Sky City, directed by Joel Viksten Abrahamsson (fiction short)
Released films
- Finale, directed by Marlene Lyngstad (documentary/experimental short)
Qirat, directed by Amin Zouiten – (fiction/experimental short)
Nationen, directed by Thomas Elley (fiction short)
Romantica, directed by Thomas Elley (documentary short)
Act of Love, directed by Joel Viksten Abrahamsson (fiction short)
- DIRECT ME!, directed by Majse Vilstrup (documentary feature)
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Laura Valentiner-Bohse (Denmark)
Laura Valentiner-Bohse is a Copenhagen-based film producer. She has produced three TV series for the Danish Public Broadcaster, DR, and is currently working on two new TV series set to begin production in May and October. Alongside this, she is currently in post production of a documentary feature and developing her first feature films.
Laura divides her time between two companies, Monolit Film and The Bunch, which she loves for their distinct approaches and contrasting styles. She honed her skills at the independent film school Super16, where she was a member from 2019 to 2022 and has a background in commercials.
Monolit Film – Denmark
Monolit Film is a Copenhagen-based production company founded in 2019. It is dedicated to developing new talent and strong personal voices in feature films, serial fiction, and documentaries. Monolit Film is driven by filmmakers who provide unique perspectives on significant issues and challenge our understanding of ourselves and the world we live in. Monolit Films approach collaborations with curiosity, persistence, and care, while constantly re-examining the creative processes and challenging what stories to tell.
Projects in development
- Best friends, directed by Teys Schucany (fiction feature)
- Common sense, directed by Behrouz Bigdeli (fiction feature)
- Real Estate Ghost, directed by Lena Milovic (fiction feature)
Projects in production / post-production
- 12 Calls, directed by Lea Hjort (documentary feature)
- The best years, directed by Magnus Millang (series)
- Thanks for nothing!, directed by Ulrikke Falch/Anders Skovshoved (series)
Released films
- You are here, directed by Albert Morel (fiction short)
- Mount Everest, directed by Rasmus Nyholm Schmidt (fiction short)
- Flight Fight Freeze, directed by Teys Schucany (fiction short)
- Opera Night, directed by Hilke Rönnfeldt (fiction short)
- Born Free, directed by Mathias Nyholm Schmidt and Anna Steen Hansen (documentary feature)
- Hidden love, directed by Teys Schucany (fiction short)
- Wild Minds, directed by Hannah Elbke (fiction short)
- Dating For Advanced Beginners, directed by Holger Karberg (series)
- No Way Back, directed by Andrias Høggenni (series)
- Always Be Closing, directed by Svend Colding (series)
Documentary Association of Pakistan (DAP)
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Kanwal Khoosat (Pakistan)
Kanwal Khoosat is a renowned director, writer, producer, and designer celebrated for her contributions to theatre, film, and television. Committed to harnessing the power of media for social impact and thought-provoking storytelling, she creates compelling narratives that entertain while challenging societal norms. Her acclaimed works include Zindagi Tamasha (Pakistan’s Oscar submission in 2020, Kim Ji-Seok Award winner at the Busan Film Festival), Joyland (Jury Prize winner, Un Certain Regard, Cannes 2022, Pakistan’s Oscar submission), and Kamli. Kanwal’s latest projects highlight her versatility: Maya, a filmed theatre production she wrote and directed, and Shikra, a fiction feature film she has produced. Through her work, she continues to inspire audiences with meaningful, transformative stories.
Olomopolo Media – Pakistan
Founded in 2013 in Lahore, Olomopolo Media is an interdisciplinary creative enterprise dedicated to fostering social awareness and dialogue through visual and performing arts. Olo designs and produces innovative projects that address contemporary ethical issues while championing tolerance, inclusivity, and empowerment. Its work prioritises underrepresented and vulnerable communities, including women, the LGBTQIA+ community, differently-abled individuals, ethnic minorities, young creatives, and children. By promoting open-minded conversations and cultural acceptance, Olomopolo Media continues to inspire positive change and amplify marginalised voices.
Projects in production / post-production
- Shikra, directed by Sarmad Khoosat (fiction feature)
Released films
- Zindagi Tamasha – Circus Of Life, directed by Sarmad Khoosat (fiction feature)
- Kamli, directed by Sarmad Khoosat (fiction feature)
Durban FilmMart/Durban Film Office
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Yasmin Hassan (Kenya)
Yasmin Hassan is the finance partner and producer at Wheelbarrow Films, a Nairobi-based production company known for its commitment to social justice and innovative storytelling. She has overseen the production of over 30 commercials and two short films, ensuring seamless financial and logistical management. Yasmin excels in creative collaboration, budget oversight, and resource optimisation, embodying the company’s philosophy of achieving maximum results with minimal means. Her leadership has been instrumental in delivering impactful projects while fostering the collaborative and inclusive spirit that defines Wheelbarrow Films.
Wheelbarrow Films – Kenya
Wheelbarrow Films, established in 2019 in Nairobi, Kenya, is a film and media production company driven by a network of independent artists passionate about social justice. The name Wheelbarrow reflects our philosophy of achieving maximum results with minimal resources, fostering creative problem-solving over excess. Collaboration is at the heart of everything we do, with all contributors having an equal voice in shaping the collective. We prioritise a communal, family-like atmosphere, ensuring every project is approached with mutual respect, creativity, and shared purpose.
Projects in development
- Jua Kali, directed by Joash Omondi (fiction feature)
Projects in production / post-production
- Gen Free, directed by Joash Omondi (documentary series)
Released films
- Jua Kali, directed by Joash Omondi (fiction short)
EAVE (European Audiovisual Entrepreneurs)
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Olha Matat (Ukraine)
Olha Matat is owner and producer at Evos Film. Olha is a graduate of the Ukrainian Film School in the producing department. She was also a participant of the Cannes Industry Workshop, EAVE on Demand in Kyiv, New Horizons Studio+, MMP, Gold Open, APostLab, EWA Mentoring Program, and EAVE Producers Workshop 2024.
Olha’s first feature film How is Katia? (director Christina Tynkevych) had its world premiere at the 75th Locarno International Film Festival (Concorso Cineasti del presente), winning two awards: Best Actress – Anastasia Karpenko and Special Jury Prize Ciné+. The film is supported by the Ukrainian State Film Agency and Ukrainian Institute for international promotion. How is Katia? is represented by Coccinelle film sales and has been selected at 30 more festivals.
Evos Film – Ukraine
EVOS FILM is a Kyiv-based production company founded by two partners, each having nearly 20 years of experience in film, television, and the advertising market. The company’s main focus is split between creating quality genre productions for local audiences, while also handpicking the most ambitious and passionate director talents within the new generation of Ukrainian auteur filmmakers. Last year, Evos Film’s first feature How is Katia? premiered at the Locarno International Film Festival, winning two awards.
Projects in development
- All-clear, directed by Christina Tynkevych (fiction feature)
- Who is Living in the Dark, written by Olena Morentsova and Zhanna Ozirna (series)
- The Shot at Success, directed by Sergiy Kulybyshev (fiction feature)
- Teura, written by Olena Morentsova and Zhanna Ozirna (fiction feature)
Projects in production / post-production
- My magical world, directed by Elvin Adigozel (fiction feature)
Released films
- How is Katia?, directed by Christina Tynkevych (fiction feature)
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Čarna Vučinić (Serbia)
Čarna Vučinić is a film producer of critically acclaimed short films, including Love (2017 – Visions du Réel), Foreign Body (2018 – Venice Film Festival), The Ghosts You Draw on My Back (2023 – Sarajevo Film Festival), and Upon Sunrise (2025 – International Film Festival Rotterdam). Her first feature film, Have You Seen This Woman? (2022), premiered in Venice Critics’ Week. Čarna is a graduate of programs such as Sarajevo Talents, Berlinale Talents, IDFAcademy, EAVE Ties That Bind, and the EAVE Producers Workshop. She is also a member of the European Film Academy (EFA).
Naked – Serbia
Naked was founded by producer Čarna Vučinić, together with directors Dušan Zorić and Matija Gluščević, who previously collaborated on their debut feature Have You Seen This Woman? (2022), which had its world premiere at the International Critics’ Week of the Venice Film Festival. NAKED has also produced several critically acclaimed shorts, including Utopia (2016, Pula FF), Loop (2017, Locarno FF), Love (2017, Visions du Réel), and Foreign Body (2018, Venice FF). The company is currently developing six feature films and is in production on two feature documentaries. Naked’s mission is to work on transnational stories with talents eager to experiment on both narrative and formal levels, whether as a delegate or minority co-producer.
Projects in development
- Koryo, directed by Miaden Kovačević (feature docu-fiction)
- Uptight Ass, directed by Matija Gluščević (fiction feature)
- In the Fog, Follow the Dots, directed by Maša Nešković (fiction feature)
- Memory of the Hair, directed by Dušan Zorić and Matija Gluščević (fiction feature)
- When I Close My Eyes, directed by Tamara Todorović (fiction feature)
- Holy Dad, directed by Dušan Zorić and Matija Gluščević (fiction feature)
- Nobody Said Anything, directed by Tamara Todorović (short fiction)
- Seview, directed by Katarina Morano (fiction feature)
- I’ll plant My Hands in the Garden, directed by Hoda Taheri and Boris Hadžija (fiction feature)
Projects in production / post-production
- Yugo Goes to America, directed by Filip Grujić and Aleksa Borković (feature documentary)
- Hysterical Laughter Attack, directed by Dušan Zorić & Matija Gluščević (short fiction)
- I Was at My Parents’ Wedding, directed by Tara Gajović (feature documentary)
Released films
- Upon Sunrise, directed by Stefan Ivančić (fiction short)
- Have You Seen This Woman?, directed by Dušan Zorić and Matija Gluščević (fiction feature)
- The Ghosts You Draw on My Back, directed by Nikola Stojanović (fiction short)
ECAM – La Incubadora
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Eva Bodas (Spain)
Eva Bodas graduated in Film Production from ECAM in 2019. Over the years, she has worked in various production roles for companies such as Avalon, JWP, Mammut, Disney+ and Bowfinger International Pictures. She is also a member of the Madrid-based film collective espirituescalera.
In 2022, she founded Entre las piedras, her production company, driven by the desire to create bold films and with the conviction that the best cinema is made with love, patience, and collaboration. To date, her projects and company have participated in festivals and markets such as SFC | Rendez-vous Industry at the Cannes Film Festival, the Berlinale Co-Production Market Visitors Program, EAVE, La Incubadora, the industry activities of DocLisboa, and Rotterdam Lab, among others.
Entre las piedras – Spain
Entre las piedras is a Spanish production company born with a desire to grow by contributing to European cinema with auteur projects and new ways of storytelling that transcend all kinds of borders. Some of its projects include the short film La insurrección que viene (‘The coming insurrection’) by Antonio Llamas, co-produced with France and selected at festivals such as Rencontres Internationales Paris/Berlin, Alcine, or the Busan Short Film Festival; the short film La idea de una isla (‘The idea of an island’) by Carmen Pedrero, selected at festivals like War on Screen and the Zagreb Film Festival, where it won the European Short Film Candidate Award and the feature-length documentary Mitología de barrio (‘Neighborhood Mythology’) by the espírituescalera collective, selected at festivals such as Documenta Madrid, NovosCinemas, FIDMarseille, and DocLisboa.
Projects in development
- Laguna El Ministro, directed by Antonio Llamas (fiction feature)
- Hasta que el lugar se haga improbable, directed by Magdalena Orellana (fiction feature)
- Solo un momento, directed by Jorge Cantos (fiction short)
- Leonor en fulgor, directed by Magdalena Orellana (fiction short)
- La piedra de la locura, directed by Antonio Llamas and Alejandro Pérez Castellanos (fiction short)
Projects in production / post-production
- Los olvidados, directed by Jorge Cantos (fiction feature)
Released films
- Mitología de barrio, directed by Antonio Llamas, Alejandro Pérez Castellanos, and Jorge Rojas, 2024 (documentary feature)
- La insurrección que viene, directed by Antonio Llamas (fiction short)
- La idea de una isla, directed by Carmen Pedrero (fiction short)
Ffilm Cymru Wales CBC
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Adam Knopf (Wales)
Adam is a founder and executive producer at the Cardiff-based Riot Time Pictures, where he works across a slate of film and television projects. He was selected as part of the 2024 BFI NETWORK @ LFF cohort, which was focused on filmmakers with distinctive voices who are poised to make a significant impact in the film industry.
Since 2019, Adam has produced The One (Netflix), War of the Worlds (Canal+/Fox), and The Lazarus Project (Sky) for Urban Myth Films, where he was also Head of Production. In 2023, he produced The Pact (BBC/Lionsgate) for Little Door Productions and recently produced Lost Boys & Fairies (BBC) for Duck Soup Films.
Riot Time Pictures – Wales
Riot Time Pictures is a Wales-based independent production company with a slate of authored film and television projects. The company works with both experienced and emerging creative talent to produce vibrant and innovative scripted projects across different genres. The slate includes diverse homegrown and international writing and directing talent, each of whom brings an authentic and uniquely singular voice to their work.
Projects in development
- Estron (Alien), directed by Lee Haven Jones (fiction feature)
- The Exotic One, directed by Lee Haven Jones (fiction feature)
- Gorllewin Gwyllt (Mitty Goes West), directed by Carys Lewis (fiction feature)
- Who Am I?, directed by Rhys Miles Thomas (fiction feature)
Released films
- The Lazarus Project, directed by Marco Kreuzpaintner (fiction series)
- Lost Boys & Fairies, directed by James Kent (fiction series)
Film Development Council of the Philippines
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Ma-an L. Asuncion-Dagñalan (Philippines)
Ma-an L. Asuncion-Dagñalan, an acclaimed director and scriptwriter, won Best Director at the 2022 Cinemalaya Film Festival and the Filipino Academy of Movie Arts and Sciences Awards (FAMAS) 2023.
She gained international recognition, serving as a Pro Online Delegate at the 74th Locarno International Film Festival and winning Best Foreign Film at the LA Femme International Film Fest 2023 for her film Blue Room.
Originally from San Fernando, Pampanga, she began her cinematic journey in 2003, studying cinematography, and later Mexican filmmaking under Gustavo Loza in 2006. Trained by National Artist for Film and Broadcast Arts Ricky Lee and Mr. Armando Lao, Ma-an played key roles in Layang Bilanggo, which earned top honors at the 2010 Cinema Originals Film Festival.
Eyepoppers Multimedia Services, INC. – Philippines
Eyepoppers Multimedia Services is a multimedia services company.
Blue Room was Eyepoppers’ first project to gain recognition both locally and internationally. It received grants from the Film Development Council of the Philippines’ CreatePH program in 2021, and the National Commission for Culture and the Arts for post-production. The film won five major awards at the 2022 Cinemalaya Film Festival, including the Special Jury Award and Best Director. The producer of Blue Room was selected as one of the Locarno Pro Online Delegates at the 74th Locarno Film Festival in 2021. Additionally, the film won Best Foreign Film at the LA Femme Film Festival in 2023.
Eyepoppers is now producing a short film Manila is a Gate of Hell, and a full-length film My AI Girlfriend.
Projects in development
- Manila is a Gate of Hell, directed by Jerome Zamora (fiction short)
- My AI Girlfriend, directed by Michael Angelo Dagñalan (fiction feature)
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Catsi Catalan (Philippines)
Catsi Catalan is a producer and co-founder of WAF Studios, a film production company dedicated to amplifying the voices of a new breed of Filipino filmmakers. In 2024, she produced Under Parallel Skies directed by Sigrid Andrea P. Bernardo, which conducted its world premiere as part of the Asian Film Awards Program in Hong Kong. Her latest project is Uninvited, one of the official entries of the 50th Metro Manila Film Festival.
WAF Studios – Philippines
WAF Studios is an independent film production studio based in the Philippines, dedicated to amplifying the voices of a new breed of Filipino filmmakers. We believe in films that marry the author and the medium. Films that challenge conventions, that break free from creative constraints. It is the ambition of WAF to share unique narratives by shedding light on unexplored perspectives with projects in development including Ria by Arvin Belarmino. This is a Philippines-France-Singapore-Japan project that earned a seat in Festival De Cannes Cine Foundation La Residence and won the Centre National du Cinema (CNC) award. Ria is also a recipient of the International Co-Production Fund of Film Development Council of the Philippines and Production Grant from Purin Pictures, both in 2024. As a prelude to Belarmino’s first feature, WAF Studios premiered his short film Radikals at the 63rd Semaine de la Critique in Cannes. WAF Studios also produced Pushcart Tales written and directed by Sigrid Andrea P. Bernardo, one of the official entries of Fanstasporto International Festival. This film earned the Special Jury Prize, Best Ensemble, Best Actor, Best Actress, and Best Sound from its local premiere. These projects underscore the unwavering commitment to narrative authenticity. WAF Studios continues to push the boundaries of Filipino cinema, fostering creativity, diversity, and culture through the power of storytelling.
Projects in development
- Abanse, directed by Chad Vidanes (fiction feature)
- Bloom Where You Are Planted, directed by Noni Abao (fiction feature)
Projects in production / post-production
- Fleeting, directed by Catsi Catalan (fiction feature)
Released films
- Under Parallel Skies, directed by Sigrid Andrea P. Bernardo (fiction feature)
- Pushcart Tales, directed by Sigrid Andrea P. Bernardo (fiction feature)
Film Fund Luxembourg
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Baptiste Menage (Luxembourg)
Baptiste is a Luxembourg-based producer of French origin. After founding a production company in the South of France in 2014 and producing several short films and a documentary about surrogacy in Ukraine, he joined Deal Productions in 2018 and became their head line producer.
Baptiste has always been drawn to international productions, from Leila starring Leïla Bekhti (France Télévisions) to Sawah (Amazon), Pan de Limon (Filmax), Utopolis (official selection Thessaloniki FF 2024), and most recently as associate producer on Désirée Nosbusch’s first feature Poison starring Tim Roth and Trine Dyrholm. Additional releases in 2025: a German series and a Luxembourgish feature.
Baptiste has recently applied to MEDIA with a mini slate and is developing a few projects, including the first Christmas children’s film in Luxembourg.
Deal Productions – Luxembourg
Deal Productions is a Luxembourg-based production company engaged in the development, financing, packaging, and production of independently produced motion pictures and series in all media worldwide.
Founded by Désirée Nosbusch and Alexandra Hoesdorff, Deal Productions’ mandate is to deliver high-quality, broadly commercial products with a feminine touch. Its editorial line is that, disregarding genres, good scripts make great films, with a profound belief that to collaborate on a project there has to be a real meeting of minds on a human level.
Projects in development
- Leo, Henri And Luka, directed by Nicolas Debray (animation feature)
- Boy Underground, directed by Simon Farmakas (fiction feature)
- Tamara, directed by Vittoria Colonna (fiction feature)
- Quietly, directed by Désirée Nosbusch (fiction feature)
- Bikini Bandits, directed by Heidi Greensmith (fiction feature)
- Come and Be a Winner, directed by TBC (fiction feature)
- Das Miniatur Wunderland, directed by Félix Koch (fiction feature)
- Black Night, directed by Félix Koch (fiction feature)
- Nearby Faraway, directed by Sonia Lisa Kenterman (fiction feature)
- Out of the Blue, directed by Désirée Nosbusch (fiction feature)
- Valdis & The Grand Duke, directed by TBC (fiction feature)
- Irre Wolken, directed by TBC (fiction feature)
- First Day, directed by Gintare Parulyte (series)
- The Lonely Werewolf Girl, directed by Amber Templemore (series)
- Hologrammatica, directed by Hasraf ‘Haz’ Dullul TBC (series)
- The Daughters of D’Artagnan, directed by TBC (series)
Projects in production / post-production
- Stargazer, directed by Christian Neuman (fiction feature)
- Morte Cucina, directed by Pen-ek Ratanurang (fiction feature)
- The Wolf, The Fox & The Leopard, directed by David Verbeek (fiction feature)
- Death has no Master, directed by Jorge Thielen Armand (fiction feature)
- Four Loves, directed by Jorge Dorado (fiction feature)
- Boxing Stories, directed by Alain Tshinza (documentary feature)
- De Brugo, directed by Julien Becker, Samira Radsi, and Jyri Kähonen (series)
- Brothers, directed by Simon Farmakas and Rotem Shamir (series)
- The Second Attack, directed by Barbara Eder (series)
Released films
- Utopolis, directed by Vladimir Subotic (fiction feature)
- Poison, directed by Désirée Nosbusch (fiction feature)
- Pan de Limon, directed by Benito Zambrano (fiction feature)
- Flatland, directed by Jenna Bass (fiction feature)
- Sawah, directed by Adolf El Assal (fiction feature)
- Girls with Balls, directed by Oliver Afonso (fiction feature)
- High Fantasy, directed by Jenna Bass (fiction feature)
- Souvenir, directed by Bavo Defurne (fiction feature)
- Succes Fox, directed by Désirée Nosbusch (documentary feature)
- Weemseesdet, directed by Claude Lahr, Pol Cruchten & more (series)
Film-und Medienstiftung NRW
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Judith Fülle (Germany)
Judith is a Cologne-based producer. Before she came to Cologne and started working at btf, Judith worked at a production company in Munich for TV series and films. During this time, she produced, among other things, the film Tigermilk by Ute Wieland. The move to Cologne followed in 2020. Her most recent works include the TV series King of Stonks (Netflix), Pauline (Disney+) and Freedom is the only thing that counts (mini-series, ZDF). She is currently focusing on feature films and developing two feature films, 30Bullets and Death and the Penguin, both of which will go into production at the end of 2025/2026.
btf – bildundtonfabrik – Germany
The Cologne-based production company btf GmbH (bildundtonfabrik) was founded in 2012 by Philipp Käßbohrer and Matthias Murmann, who have shared a common creative vision since their studies at the Academy of Media Arts Cologne.
In recent years, btf has earned a reputation as one of the most original and innovative production companies in Germany. Through expensive investments in a talented team (writers, producers, designers, digital artists), production and post-production facilities, btf became an independent label for creativity and innovation in Germany with high attractiveness for creatives. Stories with societal relevance, Zeitgeist, and a high level of creativity and exceptional narrative joy give btf productions their individual signature. The collective creative power is the driving force behind innovations and the success of all content. Their clients include streaming providers such as Netflix, Disney+ and Amazon Prime, as well as all public broadcasting stations in Germany.
Since 2020, Judith Fülle has worked at btf as a producer. She was responsible for the critically acclaimed Netflix series King of Stonks and Pauline (Disney+). Judith heads the feature film department within btf.
Projects in development
- 30Bullets, directed by Arman & Arash T. Riahi (fiction feature)
- Death and the Penguin, directed by Ari Folman (fiction feature)
Released films
- Freedom is the only thing that counts, directed by Jan Bonny (TV mini-series)
- Pauline, directed by Arabella Bartsch, Facundo Scalerandi & Alma Buddecke (TV series)
- King of Stonks, directed by Jan Bonny, Facundo Scalerandi & Isabell Suba (TV series)
- We would be different, directed by Jan Bonny (fiction feature)
- Tigermilk, directed by Ute Wieland (fiction feature)
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Kim Münster (Germany)
Kim Münster is a creative producer, director, and managing director of the production company Treibsand Film. Kim’s main interest is to deal with social and predominantly political issues on film in order to give people a voice.
Her latest documentary film, directed by her, Breakthrough Stage, had its world premiere at DokFest Munich and will be released in cinemas on October 12, 2023. Her produced short fiction film Federding screened at the Golden Horse Film Festival in Taiwan and won the award for best short film at the FIRST Film Festival in China in October 2022, the Audience Award at the Nowness Festival in Shanghai in December 2022, and the Weitblick Award at the blicke Filmfestival in Bochum in November 2022.
The feature-length documentary Coming and Going, which she creatively produced in 2015, was nominated for the First Steps Award 2015 and won 7 prizes at international festivals worldwide. With this project, she was a fellow in the Sundance Institute Documentary Fund program.
Treibsand Film – Germany
Treibsand Film Productions is an independent production company founded in 2014 with the main interest of producing films that deal with social and predominantly political issues. Over the years, Treibsand Film has concentrated on interpersonal themes in psychology and society. In fiction, Treibsand Film focuses on children’s films and educational youth films. As initiators, they therefore get involved in the development of a project at a very early stage.
Projects in development
- 131 – Between sky and ocean, directed by Aaron Mucke and Alexander Kunißen (documentary feature)
- Ideals, directed by Heike Fink and Kim Münster (documentary feature)
Projects in production / post-production
- Oh My, directed by Kim Münster (documentary feature)
Released films
- Spielen oder nicht spielen, directed by Kim Münster and Sebastian Bergfeld (documentary feature)
Flanders Audiovisual Fund (VAF)
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Inès Eshun (Belgium)
Inès Eshun graduated as a film director from the Royal Institute for Theatre, Cinema & Sound (RITCS) in Brussels in 2017. Her short film The Life of Esteban won the Student Visionary Award at the Tribeca Film Festival and went on to win the hearts of audiences and jury members at film festivals worldwide. She was one of the laureates of the writing competition Babylon’s Interuniversity Prize and successfully released her debut novel De gruwel van het gezin in 2023. Her work often centers on main characters who have difficulties letting their voices be heard in real life. During her formative years, she gained extensive production knowledge through varied jobs as an organizer and production manager for theatre and film. She is a guest professor at film schools RITCS and LUCA School of Arts and regularly serves as a jury member.
Winnie Productions – Belgium
Winnie Productions is an audiovisual production company named after the softness and vulnerability of Winnie The Pooh and the strength of Winnie Mandela. Winnie also comes from the indigenous Cree name ‘Winnipeg,’ which means muddy waters. We strongly believe in the principle of the most beautiful lotus flower that can grow from the thickest mud. Winnie Productions aims to shed light on vulnerable subjects within society by telling strong stories with a bold cinematic vision.
Projects in development
- La Belge, directed by Inès Eshun (fiction feature)
- Mixtape, written by Abbie Boutkabout (fiction feature)
Projects in production / post-production
- Bo Backstage, directed by Inès Eshun (fiction short)
Released films
- The Life of Esteban, directed by Inès Eshun (fiction short)
German Films
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Sandra Müller (Germany)
Sandra is a Hamburg-based producer. Most recently, she has developed and produced feature films, television, and documentaries and has contributed to a number of successful productions, including the feature film 4 Könige, which won the bronze German Film Award (Lola) in 2016. In 2019, she founded Marlene Film GmbH & Co. KG in Hamburg, and is passionate about female-driven and diversity-focused content. She sees it as her mission to advocate for social justice by addressing discrimination, oppression, and implicit biases.
Marlene Film GmbH & Co. KG – Germany
Marlene Film is passionately committed to women-centered and diversity-focused content founded in 2019. Her goal is to connect with producers, writers, and directors worldwide, supporting each other in turning creative visions into reality. What we create as filmmakers shapes the culture and, in turn, the reality in which we live. They aim to produce films that entertain, move, and inspire reflection – films that help all of us become a little more conscious and active.
Projects in development
- Amok, written by Sékou Neblett (fiction feature)
- Fadeaway, directed by Caren Wuhrer (fiction feature)
- Aari of Tannenbusch, written by Sékou Neblett (fiction feature)
- Streetball, directed by Chehad Abdallah (fiction feature)
- Love our People like you love our food, directed by Sandra Mueller (documentary feature)
Projects in production / post-production
- Those who whistle after dark, directed by Pinar Yorgancioglu (fiction feature)
Released films
- The Caretaker, directed by Roland Puknat (fiction short)
- Across the sun, directed by Sékou Neblett (documentary short)
The Gotham Film & Media Institute
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Zola Elgart Glassman (US)
Zola Elgart Glassman is a New York-based producer and co-founder of the independent production company Mighty Engine, which she runs alongside producer Jared Ian Goldman (Ingrid Goes West, Russian Doll, Loving). She oversees a slate of projects spanning features, TV, animation and documentary/unscripted. Zola began her career at Paradigm Agency and MGMT in Los Angeles, later working at Anonymous Content before joining Goldman on Marvel’s The Punisher and Netflix’s All Day and a Night. She then transitioned to film sales and finance at 30WEST and led development at Yale Productions. Zola’s producing credits include High Heat.
Mighty Engine – United States
Founded by Producer Jared Ian Goldman (Russian Doll, Ingrid Goes West, Loving, The Skeleton Twins) in partnership with Vice President of Development/Production Zola Elgart Glassman, Mighty Engine is an independent production company offering two decades of award-winning creative producing and physical production services across film, television, documentary and animation. We take a singular, synergistic approach to two sides of production that are typically bifurcated. While working with pedigreed talent to develop and produce our slate of robust, proprietary projects, we have a successful third-party consulting business supporting A-list talent, streamers, studios, and independent financiers to enact reliable production plans.
Projects in development
- NDA, directed by Audrey Ellis Fox (fiction feature)
- Return to Valetto, directed by Richard Levine (fiction feature)
- The Wasp Woman Returns, directed by Stephan Elliott (fiction feature)
Released films
- High Heat, directed by Zach Golden (fiction feature)
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Eli Raskin (US)
Eli Raskin is a 2022 Sundance Labs Producing Fellow, 2023 SFFilm Rainin Grant recipient, and 2025 Gotham/Rotterdam Lab Fellow. Raskin produced Blue Sun Palace, the Mandarin language debut from Constance Tsang, which was awarded the French Touch Jury Prize at Cannes in 2024. He previously co-founded the production company Field Trip Media where he produced Antonio Marziale’s short film Starfuckers, which screened at Sundance, Berlinale, and Telluride and was acquired by Searchlight, Mubi, and Arte. He produced the Emmy-nominated animations for Ryan White’s Coded, which won Best Short Doc at Tribeca and was distributed by MTV Documentaries/Paramount. Past productions include Danny Madden’s Beast Beast, which premiered at Sundance and SXSW, and Adam Meeks’ Union County, which premiered at the Berlinale. Raskin has produced TV segments for Jimmy Fallon, Seth Meyers, The Oscars, The VMAs, The Billboard Awards, and the BET Awards. Raskin’s music video collaborators include The Weeknd, Bad Bunny, Megan Thee Stallion, Doechii, Alicia Keys, Nicki Minaj, Reneé Rapp, and H.E.R., amongst others. Commercial clients include Prada, Google, Nike, Spotify, Tory Burch, Dazed, and more.
Projects in development
- Starfuckers, directed by Antonio Marziale (fiction feature)
- Ceremonial!, directed by Obinna Onyeri (fiction feature)
Released films
- Blue Sun Palace, directed by Constance Tsang (fiction feature)
Great Lakes Creative Producers Lab
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Jean Pierre Niyigena (Rwanda)
Jean Pierre Niyigena is a Rwandan film writer, producer, and an alum of Durban Talents 2024 and Great Lakes Creative Producers Lab 2024. He has produced award-winning short films, screened at numerous festivals like the European Union Film Festival in Harare and the Creative Africa Nexus 2023 in Egypt. Rusaro, his second feature film in development, received an award granting the producer’s participation in Rotterdam Lab 2025. Jean Pierre aims to unite creative talents to create works that dignify Africa using the cinematic language.
Ramansa Media LTD – Rwanda
Ramansa Media LTD is a production company, founded in 2020, made up of a passionate team of creatives focused on telling authentic African stories. Their mission is to craft engaging and entertaining narratives that blend cinematic excellence with African identity. Through their films, Ramansa Media champions ideals of social equality, African pride, and African excellence.
Right now, Ramansa Media is in the final stages of completing their first feature film, Kigali 21, an interracial romance set against the modern beauty of uptown Kigali. The film centers on a strong African female lead who knows exactly who she is and what she wants, made to inspire the African youth like our lead to believe in themselves, and who they are and be absolutely proud of their African heritage. With subtle themes of racial equality, Kigali 21 offers a refreshing narrative, portraying Kigali as a city that has moved beyond its past and is now a vibrant melting pot of cultures. Through their films, Ramansa Media aims to showcase the unique stories and culture of their region, commenting on social issues to ignite change and offer authentic representation for their people.
Projects in development
- Rusaro, directed by Kagabo Nkubiri (fiction feature)
Projects in production / post-production
- Kigali 21, directed by Kagabo Nkubiri (fiction feature)
Released films
- Rusaro, directed by Kagabo Nkubiri (fiction short)
Hellenic Film and Audiovisual Center – Creative Greece
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Isavella Alopoudi (Greece)
Isavella Alopoudi is a graduate of the Film Department of the Aristotle University of Thessaloniki. Her graduation short film Thirteen Blue directed by Jacqueline Lentzou was screened at numerous international film festivals. She has been involved in short and feature films, documentaries, and series as a production coordinator and producer, among other roles. She’s been part of Neda Film since 2016. She is a member of the Hellenic Producers, Greek Documentary, and Hellenic Animation Associations.
Neda Film – Greece
Neda Film was established in Athens in 2014 by producer Amanda Livanou as a boutique for producing intelligent, challenging feature and documentary films, TV programs, and international co-productions filmed with or in Greece. The company’s projects have been in the past supported by local and international funding bodies and have received premieres and screenings in A-list international film festivals all over the world. Neda Film’s slate of development is supported by Creative Europe – Development (2020 – 2023).
Projects in development
- Disqualifié, directed by Dimitris Zouras (fiction feature)
- ___Vegas with three Letters, directed by Babis Makridis (fiction feature)
- Travel Bugs, directed by Fokion Xenos (animation/TV series)
- Natural Selection, directed by Irida Zhonga (animation/TV series)
- Highway!, directed by Fokion Xenos (stop-motion animation short)
- The Fall, directed by Stefanos Pletsis (2D animation short)
- The Last Performance, directed by Nefeli Spiliotakou (2D animation documentary short)
Projects in production / post-production
- The Last Days of Mr. Thalis, directed by Isavella Alopoudi and Marios Kleftakis (documentary feature)
- Carcass, directed by Makis Sebos (fiction short)
- Mister Paper 2, directed by Ben Tesseur and Steven De Beul (animation TV series)
Released films
- Buzzheart, directed by Dennis Iliadis (feature fiction)
- Arizones, directed by Yorgos Iliopoulos (fiction short)
- Frugal Abundance, directed by Frantzeska Romanou and Giorgos Savoglou (feature documentary)
- Travel Bugs, directed by Fokion Xenos (animation short)
- Where dead people used to live, directed by Isavella Alopoudi and Marios Kleftakis (documentary feature)
- Melatonin, directed by Nikos Pastras (fiction short)
Guanajuato International Film Festival
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Eduardo Esquivel (Mexico)
From his production company in Guadalajara (MX), Muchachxs Salvajes develops and produces fiction and documentary film projects and the frontiers that exist between both worlds. His first works have been supported by Tribeca Film Institute, L’ Aide aux cinémas du monde CNC, the Mexican Institute of Cinematography IMCINE, FONCA (MX) young creators. His films have been part of festivals such as IDFA, Sheffield Doc/Fest, La Semaine de La Critique – Morelia, Ambulante among others and received the Prix Révélation at the Cinélatino Rencontres de Toulouse, Audience Award at the Morelia International Film Festival, Gio Award for Best Director at the Lima Film Festival, and Best Documentary at Queer Lisboa.
Muchachxs Salvajes – Mexico
Muchachxs Salvajes is a young, queer, and dissident independent production company based in Guadalajara, Mexico, founded by Eduardo Esquivel and Omar Robles. It focuses on both short and feature films across various genres, aiming to decentralise Mexican cinema and explore alternative narratives. From their production hub in Guadalajara, Muchachxs Salvajes develops and produces both fiction and documentary projects, exploring the boundaries between these two worlds.
Projects in development
- El niño perdido (Lost child), directed by Eduardo Esquivel (Fiction/Hybrid documentary feature)
Projects in production / post-production
- La Eterna Adolescente (The perpetual adolescent), directed by Eduardo Esquivel (fiction feature)
Released films
- Mi pecho está lleno de centellas (My chest is full of sparks), directed by Gal S. Castellanos (documentary feature)
IDM Sudtirol
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Tobias Gruber (Italy)
Tobias began his production career in 2018 in Italy. He has produced a total of five fictional short films and is currently developing a documentary series. Most of the time, Tobias focuses on producing and line-producing commercials. In recent years, he has had the pleasure of working on numerous international campaigns, managing productions across Europe, and collaborating with well-known brands.
SG Media GmbH – Italy
Sandgrain is a commercial production company with offices in Berlin, Germany, and Bolzano, Italy. We bring together avant-garde young creatives to explore new perspectives in advertising. We have supported several directors in producing their short films and aim to expand into longer-format productions in the coming years.
Projects in development
- Artist, directed by Lorenz Klapfer (documentary series)
- Augustine, directed by Salomon Ligthelm (fiction short)
Released films
- Nura, directed by Lorenz Klapfer (fiction short)
- Tshegl, directed by Philipp Silbernagl (documentary short)
- Der kleine Cowboy, directed by Lisa Maria Kerschbaumer (fiction short)
- Amateurs, directed by Gerd Weigel (pilot episode)
- Kein Hund, keine Kamera, kein Licht, directed by Gerd Weigel (fiction short)
International Emerging Film Talent Association (IEFTA)
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Zahraa Ghandour (Iraq)
Zahraa was born in 1991, and based in Baghdad, she is a filmmaker, and the executive producer and founder of Karada Films production company. Starting her career as a writer, TV presenter, and TV documentaries director, she also built a freelance career as a director and producer for the past decade for formats by Al Araby TV, BBC Arabic, and others.
Years later, she successfully started acting, winning several international awards.She has written and directed I Dream, an experimental short film. She is one of the International Emerging Film Talents Association’s (IEFTA) Global Film Expression initiative winners. In 2022, Zahraa founded IQ:Docs, an initiative that screens documentary films, and makes workshops with experts for youth in Iraq.
Karada Films – Iraq
Karada Films is an international and independent production company based in Baghdad, Iraq. Specialising in film and television production, we are dedicated to creating moments of culture through innovative storytelling and visuals. Our diverse portfolio spans across documentary, fiction, and experimental genres, allowing us to explore a wide range of narratives. Founded in 2022 by producer and director Zahraa Ghandour, Karada Films aims to elevate Iraq’s unique stories and diverse cultural heritage to the forefront of the global film industry. Our mission is to connect with audiences around the world, fostering a deeper understanding of Iraqi culture and experiences through our cinematic works.
Projects in production / post-production
- Mother of Silence, directed by Zahraa Ghandour (documentary feature)
Released films
- I Dream, directed by Zahraa Ghandour (experimental short)
IFFR Pro Rotterdam Lab Open Call
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Valentina Arango (Chile / Colombia)
Born in Colombia, Valentina moved to Chile as an anthropologist wanting to make films. Along the way, she developed a career as a screenwriter, collaborating with directors such as Nicolás Molina and Maite Alberdi. As a director, she made the short film The Guests and is currently working on a couple of feature films still in development. And primarily, she has built a career in production, a craft she has honed through various roles, learning from the ground up. In 2019, she co-founded Patológica with cinematographer Matías Baeza to pursue projects that explore the complexities of the human experience and challenge hate speech and polarisation through empathy. She is currently producing the documentary series The Fourth Wall while developing new author-driven fiction and documentary projects.
Patológica – Chile / Colombia
Patológica is a Chilean production company founded in 2019 by anthropologist, writer and producer Valentina Arango, and cinematographer Matías Baeza. It focuses on fiction and documentary author-driven projects that explore the depths of the human experience, through the weaving of anthropology and cinematography. In 2020, they premiered their first short film, The Guests, and in 2024, the team founded Patológica Colombia to build bridges between both countries, with the aim of producing content with international potential. They are currently in the production of their first documentary series, The Fourth Wall, and developing two fiction features and one hybrid documentary. Patológica pursues stories that explore empathy and the limits of society, seeking in our differences what connects us.
Projects in development
- Woman Alone, directed by Antonia Bannen (fiction feature)
- Old Solitude, directed by Valentina Arango (fiction feature)
- My Grandmother’s Travel Trunk, directed by Valentina Arango (documentary feature)
Projects in production / post-production
- The Fourth Wall, directed by Antonia Bannen and Alberto Hayden (documentary series)
Released films
- The Guests, directed by Valentina Arango (fiction short)
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Emir Melek (Turkey)
Turkish storyteller film producer Emir Melek is a Sarajevo Talents alumni. He studied Political Science and Film Studies at Boğaziçi University, where he also completed an MA in Political Science. Currently, he is pursuing a second MA in Film and Drama at Kadir Has University. His debut feature, Kavur, premiered at IFFR and became the most awarded Turkish film of 2023. His follow-up, Tomato, Pepper, Depression, received the Special Jury Award at the Istanbul Film Festival. As the co-founder of Istanbul-based production company Luna Filmworks, he is committed to producing films and series that challenge perspectives while maintaining artistic depth. He recently co-produced a short fiction with Austria and is currently working on a feature documentary and two fiction features.
Luna Filmworks – Turkey
Luna Filmworks stands as a distinguished production company located in Istanbul, founded by the visionary collaboration of Emir Melek and Fırat Özeler. Specialising in the creation of feature fiction and documentary films, Luna Filmworks extends its expertise by offering comprehensive production services to both domestic and international projects.
With a proven track record, Luna Filmworks has successfully produced and co-produced numerous projects, showcasing a commitment to delivering high-quality content. Our portfolio currently includes two feature fiction projects in the development stage, one feature documentary project in the production phase, and one internationally co-produced short fiction in the post-production phase, reflecting our dedication to diverse and impactful storytelling.
Projects in development
- Forty Days Forty Nights, directed by İlyas Soner Yıldırım (fiction feature)
- Same Dream of All, directed by Fırat Özeler (fiction feature)
Projects in production / post-production
- Hunter of Self, directed by Batuhan Yalaz (documentary feature)
- Viktor, directed by Aron Eichhorn & İrem Gökçen (fiction short)
Released films
- Kavur, directed by Fırat Özeler (hybrid documentary feature)
- Tomato, Pepper, Depression, directed by Aybüke Avcı (documentary feature)
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Frederico Mesquita (Portugal)
Frederico Mesquita graduated in Painting from the Faculty of Fine Arts of Lisbon in 2013, and in Cinema from the Lisbon Theatre and Film School in 2016. From 2016 to 2020, he worked as an assistant to director and artist Gabriel Abrantes, collaborating on films such as Diamantino (2018) and Amelia’s Children (2023). Since then, he has worked as a production manager on films by Carlos Conceição, José Filipe Costa, Mónica Lima and others.
Frederico also produced and directed two short films: A Barriga de Mariana, shown at IndieLisboa (2018) and later launched in TV and VoD; and Francisco Perdido, presented at Curtas Vila do Conde IFF in 2024, as part of his recently founded production company SEARA FILMES.
Seara Filmes – Portugal
Seara Filmes, founded in 2024 by Frederico Mesquita, follows his eight-year career in diverse production roles on films by directors like Miguel Gomes, Gabriel Abrantes, Marco Martins, Leonor Noivo, Carlos Conceição, João Nicolau, José Filipe Costa, Mónica Lima and others.
With the aim to support both emerging and established filmmakers, helping them navigate the complexities of financing while fostering artistic development, the company focuses on the authorial spirit of Portuguese cinema and advocates for cooperation and equality within production systems.
Projects in development
- Sentimentos Familiares (‘Familiar Feelings’), directed by Mónica Lima (fiction feature)
- Idade da Razão (‘Age of Reason’), directed by Mónica Lima (fiction short)
Released films
- Francisco Perdido, directed by Frederico Mesquita (fiction short)
- A Barriga de Mariana (‘Mariana’s Late’), directed by Frederico Mesquita (fiction short)
- O Meu Pijama (‘The Blue Pajamas’), directed by Maria Inês Gonçalves (fiction short)
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Adriana Răcășan (Romania)
Adriana Răcășan, born in 1983, a film directing graduate, is a Romanian producer for Tudor Giurgiu’s company, Libra Film, and shareholder of Point Film, the Romanian co-producer for the successful titles Servants (Encounters, Berlinale 2020) and Hesitation Wound (Orizzonti, Venice Biennale 2023). She began her career in cinema 20 years ago and was Francis Ford Coppola’s personal assistant during his Romanian shoot of Youth Without Youth. She worked on more than 30 films as 2nd AD and, 1st AD, production manager and executive producer. In 2022, she won the Cannes Producers Network Prize for Promising Young Producers of Baltic Industry@Tallinn Baltic Event. In 2024, she produced and directed her own fiction short film, Bubble Bath, which has started its journey on the international festival circuit.
Point Film – Romania
Point Film’s aim is to discover new directors and bring a fresh, new vibe and vision to the Romanian producing scene. Point Film is led by director/producer Tudor Giurgiu, founder and president of the Transilvania IFF, owner of the Transilvania Film distribution company, the Romanian streaming platform TIFF UNLIMITED, and the well-established production company, Libra Film, and producer Adriana Răcășan, a film directing graduate, who has worked on more than 30 films as a production manager and executive producer since 2010. Point Film is the Romanian co-producer of Servants by Ivan Ostrochovský (world premiere – Encounters, Berlinale 2020), a co-production with Punkchart Film (Slovakia), Negativ (Czech Republic) and F&ME (Ireland), and Hesitation Wound, by Selman Nacar (world premiere Orizzonti at Biennale Venice 2023).
Projects in development
- A Flower is not a Flower, directed by Cristian Pascariu (fiction feature)
- Edelweiss, directed by Adriana Răcășan and Tudor Giurgiu (fiction feature)
Projects in production / post-production
- A Safe Place, directed by Cecilia Stefanescu (fiction feature)
Released films
- Servants, directed by Ivan Ostrochovský (fiction feature)
- Bubble Bath, directed by Adriana Răcășan (fiction short)
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Aigerim Satybaldy (Kazakhstan)
Aigerim Satybaldy, a film producer from Kazakhstan and an alumna of the CHANEL x BIFF Asian Film Academy, founded A Films in 2012 to promote and distribute Asian cinema. Expanding the scope of A Films in 2022, she now focuses on film development and production, with upcoming feature projects Leg (CNC Cannes Co-production Workshop 2024) by Shokir Kholikov and Birds Fly South (Red Sea IFF Talent Days 2023) by Shugyla Serzhan. She also executive produced films like The River (2018) by Emir Baigazin, which won awards at Venice and Toronto Film Festivals.
A Films – Kazakhstan
A Films, based in Almaty, Kazakhstan, was established in 2012 by independent producer Aigerim Satybaldy to distribute and promote Asian cinema. In 2022, the company expanded into film production, focusing on collaborating with emerging voices in cinema, and completed two short films: The Late Wind (Red Sea Film Festival 2023) and Sabyr (Kinolub Film Festival 2024).
The company is currently developing two feature films: Birds Fly South (Red Sea IFF Talent Days 2023) by Kazakh writer-director Shugyla Serzhan, and Leg (CNC Cannes Co-production Workshop 2024) by Uzbek writer-director Shokir Kholikov, in collaboration with France, Germany, and Italy. Committed to nurturing new talent, A Films actively contributes to the growth and vibrancy of Central Asian cinema.Projects in development
- Leg, directed by Shokir Kholikov (fiction feature)
- Birds Fly South, directed by Shugyla Serzhan (fiction feature)
Released films
- Sabyr, directed by Marina Zibert & Damir Tanatov (fiction short)
- The Late Wind, directed by Shugyla Serzhan (fiction short)
JAFTA / JAMPRO
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Cleo Anderson (UK / Jamaica)
Cleo Anderson is a UK and Jamaica-based film and television producer. She trained as a journalist in London before working for one of Jamaica’s leading national broadcasters. Since then, she has worked across global commercial and film projects for leading brands and independent creatives. A master’s graduate of Erasmus University Rotterdam, Cleo is well-versed in film and wider media industry trends, including undertaking a research project with IFFR. She is equally an expert in the development of the Jamaican Film Industry. Cleo is a producer on several Jamaican film projects in post-production and development, including the documentary film 50 Days in Afrika which has already secured limited distribution. Cleo also works in Series Development for BBC Storyworks, part of BBC Studios.
Jamaica
Projects in development
- Savannah, directed by Mykal Cushnie (series)
- Weekend Star, written by Cleo Anderson (fiction feature)
- Breathless, directed by Chaqullie Elliot (fiction short)
- Fisherboy, directed by Kaleb D’Aguilar (fiction feature)
Projects in production / post-production
- 50 Days in Afrika, directed by Mykal Cushnie (documentary feature)
Released films
- Just Like Mommy, directed by Renae Williams and Kaleb D’Aguilar (fiction short)
- Dennis Brown – The Crown Prince of Reggae, directed by Judith Bodley (documentary feature)
Korean Film Council (KOFIC)
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Jeonghwa Byun (South Korea)
Jeonghwa Byun is a South Korea-based director and producer. She has directed three short films, produced seven short films, and worked as a production producer for two feature films. She is developing her first feature Touch-Link, which will go into production in March 2026.
South Korea
Projects in production / post-production
- Lizard, directed by Park GeunHyeong (fiction short)
- 찌르면 찌릿, directed by Jung Hyein (fiction short)
- Norman, directed by Ju Yejin (animation short)
Released films
- Christmas in August, directed by Lee GaHong (fiction short)
- The Brothers of the Lee Family, directed by Seo JeongMi (fiction short)
- Lesson, directed by Lee GyeongRae (fiction feature)
Lithuanian Film Centre
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Rūta Petronytė (Lithuania)
Rūta is a producer based in Lithuania. She holds a Bachelor’s degree in Creative Industries and a Master’s degree in Political Science. Her first produced film, Sasha Was Here (directed by Ernestas Jankauskas), premiered at the 2018 Tallinn Black Nights Film Festival. In 2022, she co-founded the studio Smart Casual, promoting openness, sustainability, equality, and integration standards on and off the screen. After producing numerous shorts, her current development slate includes three feature films and one short. Rūta is a member of the EWA Network, actively engaged in feminism and women’s rights issues, and also belongs to the European Film Academy and the Independent Lithuanian Producers Association. Rūta participated in the Locarno Match Me ’22, EPI Audiovisual Woman 2023, and ACE Training Days 2023 programs.
Smart Casual – Lithuania
Smart Casual is a film production company based in Lithuania, founded by acclaimed and experienced industry duo – producers Rūta Petronytė and Justinas Pocius.
Smart Casual is not only a name, it is a way of doing things – carefully, thoroughly, and undoubtedly professional but not without occasional confetti – great by the book, incredible, when new rules have yet to be written. They call it ‘creative discipline’ – tested and perfected for every need: from co-production to production service.
Even though extremely precise on the action in the frame and beyond, the studio does not limit itself with particular genres, lengths, geographies or topics. No matter the shape, Smart Casual is all about the substance – becoming a trusted partner for both young and experienced creators, exploring relevant, new, brave and eye-opening ideas.
Projects in development
- Hold Me Closer, directed by Irma Pužauskaitė (fiction feature)
- Out, directed by Kristijonas Dirsė (fiction short)
- Flood, directed by Jorūnė Greičiūtė (fiction feature)
- Beginners, directed by Birutė Kapustinskaitė (fiction feature)
- Shiny New World, directed by Jan Van Gorkum (fiction feature)
- Interlude, directed by Enzo Smits (fiction feature)
Projects in production / post-production
- Ship, directed by Gerda Paliušytė (documentary feature)
- Big Loop – Small Loop, directed by Žanete Skarule and Tomas Vengris (fiction short)
Released films
- After Rave, directed by Kamilė Milašiūtė (fiction short)
- Sasha Was Here, directed by Ernestas Jankauskas (fiction feature)
- Mothers, directed by Birutė Kapustinskaitė (fiction short)
- Nominees, directed by Birutė Kapustinskaitė (fiction short)
- Arrested, directed by Indrė Juškutė (fiction short)
- Obraza (Resentment), directed by Gleb Osatinski (fiction short)
- Blueberry Bruise, directed by Edita Rudak (fiction short)
Locarno Film Festival – Open Doors
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Yamila Marrero (Cuba)
Yamila is a Cuban producer, graduate from the EICTV and the Coordinator of Nuevas Miradas since 2019. She has been selected for events such as Producer’s Lab Locarno Open Doors, Rotterdam Lab, EURODOC, Talents Campus Guadalajara, Foro Lau Haizetara, SAPCINE, FIFAC and Atitlán’s Project. As a producer, she promotes the development of first and second films and women in the film industry.
Films produced by her have been screened in festivals such as Rotterdam, Visions du Réel, Dok Leipzig, Biarritz, Mar del Plata, Havana Film Festival, Clermont-Ferrand or ZINEBI. Currently, she is developing the feature film The Old Man by Amilcar Salatti and producing two feature documentaries Lifetime by Deymi D’Atri and Road to Cuba by Lenia Sainiut with the support of the Cuban National Fund.
Crisálida Producciones – Cuba
Independent Cuban production company Crisálida Producciones supports emerging filmmakers by promoting first and second films. Focused on social issues, diversity, gender equality and historical memory. Its catalogue includes The Project by Alejandro Alonso (World Premiere at Visions du Réel, FIPRESCI Award at DOK Leipzig), Pink Village by Lazaro González, and Órgano by Rosa María Rodríguez. Additionally, the company has produced several short films such as Anthill (awarded Best Ibero-American Film at ZINEBI) and Blue Pandora (World Premier IFFR 2024) by Alan González. Currently, Crisálida Producciones is developing the fiction feature film The Old Man by Amilcar Salatti and producing two feature documentaries Lifetime by Deymi D’Atri and Road to Cuba by Lenia Sainiut with the support of the Cuban National Fund.
Projects in development
- The Old Man, directed by Amilcar Salatti (fiction feature)
- Black Rabbit, directed by Yaremis Pérez & Amilcar Salatti (fiction feature)
- Papá se fue a la Guerra, directed by Alejandro Ramírez Anderson & Ernesto Ramírez (Documentary feature)
- Caridad, directed by Fabiana Mansur (documentary feature)
Projects in production / post-production
- Lifetime, directed by Deymi D’Atri (documentary feature)
- Road to Cuba, directed by Lenia Sainiut (documentary feature)
Released films
- Blue Pandora, directed by Alan González (short film)
- Nicanor’s Return, directed by Eduardo del Llano (fiction medium-length)
- The Organ, directed by Rosa María Rodríguez (documentary feature)
- Plastic, directed by Sissel Morell (documentary medium-length)
- The Anthill, directed by Alan González (fiction short)
- The Project, directed by Alejandro Alonso (documentary feature)
- A Tree Falls, directed by David Beltrán (fiction short)
- Pink Village, directed by Lázaro González (documentary feature)
- Mataperros, directed by Yimit Ramírez (documentary short)
- Diary of the Fog, directed by Rafael Ramírez (documentary short)
New Producers Academy
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Emilia Lantink (Netherlands)
Emilia is a Rotterdam-based producer. She started working in production during her studies and joined the New Producers Academy as one of the first year’s fellows after graduation. There she produced a short film that premiered at IFFR 2024 and has since screened at a number of international festivals. She works in-house at Volya Films.
Volya Films – Netherlands
Volya Films is a Rotterdam-based film production company that produces high-quality feature films, documentaries, and animations for the national and international market, mainly as international co-productions. Our films tell unexpected stories with an original style or perspective.
Released films
- Wij zijn de spoken (‘We Are The Ghosts’), directed by Alisa Noa (fiction short)
- Morgen doen we het beter (‘Tomorrow Will Be Better’), directed by Jottum Kok (fiction short)
- Bittersweet, directed by Lara Sluyter (series pilot)
MECAS
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Chémi Pérez (Spain)
Chémi Pérez is a Canary Islands-based producer, writer, and director. He started creating documentaries across Mexico, Guatemala, and Argentina. In 2018, he transitioned to fiction through a Fulbright scholarship, earning an MFA in Film Directing at the New York Film Academy, Los Angeles. He has since written and directed four short films, including Wolf Country (2023) and LA Kelly (2024). In 2021, he was selected for the Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences’ prestigious Gold Rising program and became a Sundance DFP grantee in 2024. Pérez produced the short film Shirampari: Legacies of the River, showcased at Sundance 2023 and POV Shorts 2024 (PBS). Currently, he develops film projects with Cabo Sur, his Gran Canaria-based production company co-founded with Joel Cazorla.
Cabo Sur Films – Spain
Cabo Sur is a young production company from Canary Islands (Spain) that explores the boundaries between fiction and documentary, telling stories with a powerful social and cultural background. Their documentary short film, Shirampari: Legacies of the River (2022) was amongst the 10 shorts must-see in Sundance 2023 according to IndieWire and has been released as part of POV Shorts (PBS) 2024. Currently, they are developing short and feature films in Gran Canaria and abroad, with a special interest in new creators from underrepresented communities. Their upcoming feature film Ever and the Sharks has been supported by the Sundance Documentary Film Program and Sandbox Films.
Projects in development
- El beso de las Vírgenes, directed by Joel Cazorla and Chémi Pérez (fiction short)
- Pusanga, directed by Chémi Pérez (fiction feature)
- Los cachorros del barranco, directed by Antonio Munáiz (fiction/experimental short)
Projects in production / post-production
- Ever and the Sharks, directed by Lucía Flórez (documentary feature)
- Arroz con conejo, directed by Chémi Pérez (documentary feature)
Released films
- Shirampari: Legacies of the River, directed by Lucía Flórez (documentary short)
- Wolf Country, directed by Chémi Pérez (fiction short)
- LA Kelly, directed by Chémi Pérez (fiction short)
- Tiempo de Carnavales, directed by Antonio Munáiz (fiction short)
MIDPOINT Institute
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Martina Knoblochová (Czech Republic)
Martina graduated from the production department at FAMU. She has been involved in the production of numerous films, including The Way Out by Petr Václav and the documentaries FC Roma and Off Sides by Rozálie Kohoutová and Tomáš Bojar. In addition to film production, she has worked for the Czech Film Center, the French Film Festival, and the multicultural center MeetFactory. She also curates the film program for the multi-genre Festival Spectaculare. For the past six years, she has been part of the production company Punk Film. Together with producer Martin Hůlovec, she produced the documentary My Father Antonín Kratochvíl, and with Ondřej Beránek, the feature film The Last Race. She is currently developing Antonie, the feature debut by Rozálie Kohoutová.
Punk Film – Czech Republic
Punk Film is a Prague-based production company established in 2003. Among its most significant recent projects are the survival drama The Last Race (2022) and the fairy tale The Magic Quill (2018), both awarded with the Czech Lion awards, the documentary Girl Power (2016) about women in graffiti, and Happily Ever After (2022), a probe into modern relationships that won the Audience Award at Ji.hlava IDFF. It also co-produced animated shorts such as All Her Dying Lovers (2020), presented at Hot Docs, and Middle Watch (2022) by John Stevenson, nominated for a BAFTA. Punk Film is further involved in projects like the Karel Zeman Museum, commercials, and services for international productions, including Netflix’s Turkish blockbuster Art of Love (2024).
Projects in development
- Antonie, directed by Rozálie Kohoutová (feature film)
- G.O.A.T., directed by Adina Šulcová and Viktorie Novotná (TV series)
- You Never Just Walk Away, directed by Rozálie Kohoutová (feature film)
Projects in production / post-production
- In Person Only, directed by Tereza Vejvodová (short film)
Released films
- The Last Race, directed by Tomas Hodan (fiction feature)
- My Father Antonín Kratochvíl, directed by Andrea Sedlácková (fiction feature)
Netherlands Film Fund
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Robin Alper (Netherlands)
After working in the international media landscape as a writer and editor-in-chief for VICE and i-D Magazine, Robin decided to change course and shift her focus to the audiovisual media. She started as a freelance producer and production manager (for a.o. Smarthouse) and worked at the subsidy office of the Netherlands Film Fund. In recent years, she can be found at the Scripted department of the production company 100%. As a Development Producer, she focuses on developing fiction films and series.
100% Film & Photography – Netherlands
100% is an award-winning and cutting-edge production company based in Amsterdam, serving as a creative playground for professionals in film, photography, and other forms of audiovisual media. The company boasts an international roster of multi-disciplinary talent and is organized into four departments: commercial, photography, scripted, and non-scripted. Its work has premiered and toured globally at A-list festivals and has been featured in prestigious international competitions.
Projects in development
- Floating, directed by Quirine Racké & Helena Muskens (fiction feature)
- Donnieland, directed by Michael Middelkoop (fiction feature)
- Was, directed by Flynn Von Kleist (fiction feature)
- Hoe overleef ik, written by a writers’ room headed by Eva Matthijsen (series)
- Mamamorfose, directed by Jamille van Wijngaarden (fiction feature)
- Weski, directed by Flynn Von Kleist (series)
- Angels, directed by Emma Westenberg (fiction feature)
- Lowlands Paradise, written by Robin Alper and Guusje van Deuren (fiction feature)
Projects in production / post-production
- Olifantje in het bos, directed by Meikeminne Clinckspoor (feature film)
- Toutes Directions, directed by Noël Loozen (feature film)
Released films
- Dit is geen kerstfilm, directed by Michael Middelkoop (feature film)
- The Last Ride of the Wolves, directed by Alberto De Michele (feature film)
- Die middag, directed by Nafiss Nia (feature film)
- Hotel Mokum, directed by Yannesh Meijman (short documentary)
- Joardy Season 2.0, directed by Giancarlo Sanchez (series)
- Buurt Tories, directed by Lance Tangestani (series)
- La hija de todas las rabias, directed by Laura Baumeister de Montis (fiction feature)
- Koet, directed by Marlies van der Wel (fiction short)
- Us, directed by Geoffrey Sax (TV series)
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Julian Haisch (Netherlands)
Julian Haisch, originally from Stuttgart, Germany, is a producer at Amsterdam-based Lemming Film, focusing on international co-productions. He studied Audiovisual Media at Stuttgart Media University and International Producing at Filmakademie Baden-Württemberg.
Julian’s early work has garnered significant recognition, including awards for his feature documentary Kash Kash (German Documentary Award & First Steps Award, CPH:DOX Next Wave) and multiple award-winning short films, with nominations for the student BAFTAs and student Oscars. His debut feature film What You See of Me premiered in 2024 at the London Raindance Festival. He is a certified Consultant for Green Filmmaking and held scholarships for aspiring producers by VFF Germany.
Lemming Film – Netherlands
Lemming Film is one of the leading film and TV series production companies in The Netherlands, with a sister company in Germany and Belgium. Since 1995, the aim has been to create productions with high quality that reflect contemporary society. They focus on both the national and international market and aim to work with the best local and international talent to reach a broad audience.
Their productions are regularly financed from several international sources, are award-winning, and widely shown at prestigious festivals.
In 2021, Lemming Film co-founded a new creative alliance with eight other independent production companies called The Creatives, to jointly develop a slate of high-end drama series and feature films.
Projects in development
- Institute of Sex, showrunner Our Lady J (TV series)
- This Has Not Happened, directed by Sara Blok (fiction feature)
- The Report, showrunner Ben von Rönne (fiction series)
- Spin the Bottle, written by Nicole Spörle (fiction series)
Projects in production / post-production
- Any Other Night, directed by Michiel ten Horn (fiction feature)
- Beginnings, directed by Jeanette Nordahl (fiction feature)
- The Birthday Party, directed by M A Jimenez (fiction feature)
- The Secret Agent, directed by Kleber Mendonça Filho
- Sidi Kaba and the Gateway Home, directed by Rony Hotin (animated feature)
Released films
- What You See of Me, directed by Isabelle Caps-Kuhn (fiction feature)
- Kash Kash – Without Feathers We Can’t Live, directed by Lea Najjar (documentary feature)
- Everybody Leaves in the End, directed by Simon Schneckenburger (fiction short)
- The Border Guard, directed by Sven Serah (fiction short)
- Borzaya, directed by Simon Schneckenburger (fiction short)
- Touch Me, directed by Hendrik Ströhle (documentary short)
- Are You With Me, directed by Harald Dieterichs (animated short)
- First Sight, directed by Julian Schäfer (fiction short)
- Fremde, directed by Jonathan Behr (fiction short)
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Loretta van der Horst (Netherlands)
Loretta is a Dutch-Puerto Rican Emmy-nominated filmmaker and producer working both in scripted films as well as on documentaries. Her career began working on journalistic documentaries for Discovery Channel and Channel 4, where she produced stories on human rights and social issues, such as the drug trade in Rio’s favelas, animal trafficking in the Amazon, and forensic investigations into disappearances along the US-Mexico border. These early production roles laid the foundation for a career in directing and producing deeply impactful and socially relevant documentaries and narrative films.
Loretta co-produced the feature documentary Bojayá: Caught in the Crossfire, which premiered at HotDocs in 2019, and she has co-produced five shorts.
At The Waves, Loretta is currently developing two feature-length narrative films and two documentaries, with arenas spanning the globe. All of them are currently in development.
The Waves – Netherlands
The Waves is a Rotterdam-based production company founded by award-winning filmmakers Claudio Montesano Casillas and Loretta van der Horst. It addresses global issues through scripted and unscripted films, collaborating with filmmakers to reveal impactful and authentic stories.
Loretta, a Dutch-Puerto Rican producer-director, has earned multiple Emmy nominations, including for Best Investigative Journalism in Spanish and New Approaches in Arts Lifestyle and Culture. Her latest documentary, The Border Crossed Us (IDFA, 2023), was nominated for the Dutch Academy Award (Golden Calf). At The Waves, she helps directors develop their visions into cinematic films.
Claudio, an Italian-Mexican producer-director, brings international experience initiating globally commissioned projects. An alumnus of ACE Producers and IDFAcademy, he mentors underrepresented talent to bring unique stories to the screen.
Projects in development
- Mester Muri, directed by Kristen Dania (fiction feature)
- Her Name is Laboni, directed by Claudio Montesano Casillas (fiction feature)
- Brothers, directed by Jasmine Bonour (documentary feature)
- The Prodigy, directed by Richard Hu (documentary feature)
Released films
- Bojayá, Caught in the Crossfire, directed by Oisin Kearney (documentary feature)
- Morgen doen we het Beter, directed by Jottum Kok (fiction feature)
- The Jackies, directed by Elvira Porcedda (fiction feature)
- Wannabe Successful, directed by Sergej Groenhart (fiction feature)
- Elsewhere, directed by Zaur Kourazov (documentary feature)
- The Burners, directed by Aulona Fetahaj (fiction feature)
Norwegian Film Institute
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Benedicte Westbye (Norway)
Benedicte is an Oslo-based producer who works at Nordisk Film Production. Benedicte has recently been an associate producer on the monster feature Kraken, set to be released in 2025. Her credits also include writing, directing, and producing Norway’s first drama series on TikTok in 2022, Hvor er fu?, which went viral and currently has over 3 million views.
Benedicte is a trained actress and holds an MFA in Film Producing from The Norwegian Film School. She has extensive experience in the TV and film industry, both nationally and internationally, with expertise in creative development as well as from a legal standpoint, having worked as a legal advisor across the industry in the UK.
Creative, value-driven, and motivated by people and storytelling, Benedicte is developing and financing her first feature, which will go into production in autumn 2025.
Nordisk Film Production – Norway
Nordisk Film is the oldest production company in the world. We produce, distribute, and market strong films and series, as well as operate a leading Nordic cinema chain. At Nordisk Film Production, our focus is on feature films and series in different genres, with the common denominator being powerful and profound stories. We always search for emerging talent and diversity in the stories we tell.
Projects in development
- Vi Lever (Alive), directed by Aurora Gossé (fiction feature)
Projects in production / post-production
- Kraken, directed by Pål Øie (fiction feature)
Released films
- Hvor er fu?, directed by Andrea Backström and Benedicte Westbye (hybrid series)
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Øyvind Lierhagen Eriksen (Norway)
Øyvind holds a bachelor’s degree in producing from The Norwegian Film School. After graduating, he worked as a junior producer at Nordisk Film Production for three years, where he was responsible for post-production and the market launch of the feature film Everybody Hates Johan. In the fall of 2022, he produced the limited series The Architect, which premiered in competition at Berlinale Series and received a Special Mention. In August 2023, Øyvind joined True Content Production, where he focuses on producing bold films and TV dramas with a distinctive signature.
True Content Production – Norway
True Content Production is a Nordic-based production house, with offices in both Denmark and Norway, that develops, produces, and co-produces high-quality feature films, drama series, and documentaries for a Nordic as well as an international audience. True Content’s DNA is to tell stories that put our time and surroundings into perspective. Stories with a strong voice, that stand out, entertain – and sometimes challenge. We are a small but diverse team of new and established forces, each contributing with their own unique skills and experience in every part of our work, and with an urge to reach across borders and engage in international co-productions to make our projects come true.
Projects in development
- The Invisible, directed by Ina Lerner Grevstad (fiction feature)
- A Fox Like Any Other, directed by Stian Hafstad (fiction feature)
- The Wild Goat, directed by Kardo Mansur (fiction feature)
- Position, directed by Liv Mari Mortensen (fiction feature)
- Fram, directed by Henrik Martin Dahlsbakken (fiction feature)
- Berørt, directed by Jorunn Myklebust Syversen (fiction feature)
Released films
- The Architect, directed by Kerren Lumer-Klabbers (TV series)
- Art Is Dead, directed by Ivar Aase (fiction short)
- Cam Boy, directed by Ivar Aase (fiction short)
- Oslo Rats, directed by Mats Muri (documentary short)
- The Man Beast, directed by Erik Ivar Sæther (fiction short)
- Respect the Dead, directed by Lars Sundgot Slagsvold (fiction short)
- The Perfect Coup, directed by Mohammed Sarmadawy and Camilla Balulu (fiction short)
Proimagenes Colombia
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Daniela Echeverri Idarraga (Colombia)
Produced Argentine short films, winners at the Mar del Plata International Film Festival and SITGES. Producer of the short film ULI, premiered at Generation, Berlinale, 2024. Production manager and post coordinator of the documentary Transition, world premiere at Tribeca Film Festival, 2023. Executive producer of Anhell69, world premiere at Critics’ Week, Venice 2022. She is currently the producer of Otro Jardín, a feature film in development and producer in the minority co-production of Leonardo Barbury’s new film from Peru.
Movimiento Cine – Colombia
Movimiento Cine is a production company based in Medellín. It was founded with the goal of producing projects in various formats that promote critical thinking and explore narrative and aesthetic approaches with social, artistic and economic impact.
Nowadays we are producing four projects: ULI, a fiction short film in distribution; El Despecho, a documentary feature film in development; Nacer Con El Sol, Morir Con La Luna, a fiction feature film in development – minority co-production with Perú – and Otro Jardín, a fiction feature film in development.
Projects in development
- El Despecho, directed by Manuel Villa (documentary feature)
- Nacer Con El Sol, Morir Con La Luna, directed by Leonardo Barbuy (fiction feature)
- Otro Jardín, directed by Mariana Gil Rios (fiction feature)
Released films
- ULI, directed by Mariana Gil Rios (fiction short)
Projeto Paradiso
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Fernanda Vidigal (Brazil)
Fernanda Vidigal is a creative and executive producer of independent film, with a degree in Cinema and Audiovisual from UNA (Brazil) and a specialisation in Film Production from EICTV (Cuba). She has already taken part in the production of several feature films, documentaries, animations and shorts. She founded the production company Carapiá Filmes in 2020, based in Belo Horizonte (Brazil), and her first feature film as a producer will be shot in July 2025. She produces the Belo Horizonte Black Cinema Week, which aims to solidify Black identity and encourage Brazil-Africa cultural exchange through audiovisuals, and SemanaLab, which consists of an audiovisual training space and laboratory for film projects by Black people. She is a member of APAN, Talent Paradiso Project and Talents Berlinale Guadalajara.
Carapiá Filmes – Brazil
Carapiá Filmes was born in 2020 out of the desire to make movies in a collaborative and human way. In our productions, we seek to boost emerging Black women directors in order to produce films based on new ideas and perspectives. We are interested in projects led by historically invisible people and with themes that have a strong artistic, political and social appeal. We like to work creatively and closely with the filmmakers, following every step and designing all the stages.
Carapiá Filmes was founded by Fernanda Vidigal, a producer from Minas Gerais who has more than ten years’ experience in the film industry, and we have already won awards and been present in important laboratory and market spaces.
Projects in development
- The Margin Color, directed by Mariana Luiza (documentary feature)
Projects in production / post-production
- The Secret of Sikán, directed by Everlane Moraes (fiction feature)
- Armadillo, directed by Larissa Barbosa (fiction short)
Released films
- Forewoman, directed by Bruna Piantino (documentary feature)
Realness Institute
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Stefan Supplice (Canada)
Stefan Supplice (he/him) is a creative producer and storyteller dedicated to amplifying underrepresented voices in film and digital media. His diverse body of work – including short documentaries, podcasts and magazines – has garnered recognition internationally. Currently, he is producing his first feature documentary through Telefilm’s Talent to Watch program, delving into themes of resilience and artistic legacy. Stefan’s commitment to socially conscious storytelling was honored with the University of Ottawa’s President’s Award.
Niya Production – Canada
Niya Production is an emerging production company committed to exploring contemporary social complexities through documentary filmmaking. It focuses on capturing the essence of our time by sharing diverse narratives and personal experiences that shape the world. Dedicated to crafting authentic, impactful stories, Niya Production seeks to inspire meaningful dialogue and spark positive change. By amplifying underrepresented voices, it ensures that perspectives often overlooked reach broader audiences, fostering greater understanding and empathy across communities.
Projects in development
- M.O.S, directed by Kenza Derkaoui (creative documentary feature)
- In the Night Trees Grow, directed by Stephane Mukunzi (experimental short)
- Comeback Season, directed by Stefan Supplice (documentary short)
Released films
- The Eternal Chaos of Allan Andre, directed by Stephane Mukunzi (documentary short)
- Komànsman, directed by Stefan Supplice (experimental short)
Royal Film Commission Jordan
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Sa’ed Arouri (Jordan)
Sa’ed Arouri is an expert filmmaker with over two decades. Highly skilled in video editing, storytelling in documentaries and fictions. He produced 80 documentary short films and co-directed two groundbreaking series: Ethiopia on Steps and Indonesia and Discovering the Unknown with millions of views on YouTube. In 2018, Sa’ed showcased his directorial skills through short fiction films: Yalla Nteer – Let’s Fly and Nakset Rouh – Setback of the Spirit.
In 2019, Sa’ed produced a film Wein A Ramallah for the AJD documentary channel. In 2020, Sa’ed filmed Truce, a 29-minute fiction film funded by the RFC. In 2021, Sae’d received a grant for the TV series Led Jay, funded by the RFC and produced Red Dish, funded by the RFC, Malmo Arab Film Festival. In 2023, Sa’ed obtained a production grant for the first feature fiction film The Lift.
JWAN Films – Jordan
JWAN is a production company based in Amman, Jordan since 2013, specializing in creative content creation and production with a strong focus on filmmaking excellence, TV commercials, graphic animations, promos, and other branded content. Post-production services have been provided for many TV and film industries, such as Al-Jazeera, BBC, TRT, Al Jazeera Documentary, and documentary films for various companies. Millions of views on YouTube for many documentaries including Discovering The Unknown.
Projects in development
- The Lift, directed by Saleh Al Khaytaybeh (fiction feature)
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Zaid BaQaeen (Jordan)
Zaid BaQaeen is a screenwriter and creative producer with a track record in film and television spanning over a decade, holding an MFA in Cinematic Arts from the Red Sea Institute of Cinematic Arts / University of Southern California. Zaid is the head writer and creative producer for the Sesame Workshop TV show Ahlan Simsim. Now with over 10 seasons, the show reached over 30 million Arab children viewers in the region. Additionally, Baqaeen teaches film production at the SAE Institute of Amman. Earlier, he was the film advisor at the Royal Film Commission of Jordan. His career highlights include an Emmy Award-nominated TV show, a Palme D’Or-nominated short film, and an MBC Award-winning documentary.
Jordan Pioneers Co. – Jordan
Jordan Pioneers Multimedia Production Company (JP) is a content-based production company based in Amman, Jordan. Established in 2001, JP aims to create media that inspires critical and creative thought, and brings about positive changes in the global community. JP has produced a diverse range of content, including children’s television, drama, documentaries, social awareness campaigns, promotional spots, and public service announcements. JP has worked with local, regional, and international entities from both the private and public sectors, delivering informative, educational, and entertaining content.
Projects in development
- Shama, directed by John Ikram Saweres (fiction feature)
- The Death Well, written by Zaid Baqaeen (fiction series)
Released films
- Ahlan Simsim, written by Zaid Baqaeen (fiction children’s series)
Screen Ireland
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Louise Byrne (Ireland)
Louise Byrne is a Dublin-based producer known for creating innovative and critically acclaimed films. Since co-developing Motherland’s film division in 2017 with Ross Killeen, she has produced a diverse slate of narrative and documentary short and feature projects that have screened at festivals such as Sundance, Tribeca, and Sheffield, as well as theatrical distribution in Ireland. Some projects include Call Me Mommy (2022), Love Yourself Today (2021), and Don’t Forget to Remember (2024).
She is in production on two narrative shorts with Screen Ireland and is developing several feature projects including documentary From the Back of the Room, and narrative Call Me Mommy, 99 Problems, and How to Build a Boat. Specialising in documentary films with heart, Louise has a strong interest in narrative development and production finance. A juror for the IFTA Awards and a recipient of Screen Ireland’s Slate Funding and Mentorship Program, she is a key emerging voice in Irish cinema. Passionate about fostering new talent, Louise continues to expand Motherland’s development slate and contribute to Irish and international film.
Motherland – Ireland
Motherland is a creative production company and post-production facility specialising in the development and production of impactful, thought-provoking narrative films and documentaries. With a focus on storytelling that resonates both locally and internationally, they are committed to crafting meaningful work that engages audiences and sparks conversations.
Since expanding into film production in 2018, they’ve established themselves as a key player in the Irish film industry, building a reputation for producing innovative and socially resonant projects.
Projects in development
- From the Back of the Room, directed by Peter O’Brien (documentary feature)
- Some Rise by Sin and Some by Virtue Fall, directed by Ross Killeen (documentary feature)
- Call Me Mommy, directed by Tara O’Callaghan (fiction feature)
- 99 Problems, directed by Ross Killeen (fiction feature)
- Delicacy, directed by TJ O’Grady Peyton (fiction feature)
- It Comes in Waves, directed by Hugh Mulhern (fiction feature)
Projects in production / post-production
- No Time Wasters, directed by Tara O’Callaghan (fiction short)
- A Song, directed by Ellius Grace (fiction short)
Released films
- Don’t Forget to Remember, directed by Ross Killeen (documentary feature)
- Call Me Mommy, directed by Tara O’Callaghan (documentary short)
- Love Yourself Today, directed by Ross Killeen (documentary feature)
- The Connacht Way, directed by Peter O’Brien (TV documentary)
- 99 Problems, directed by Ross Killeen (documentary short)
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Matt D’Arcy (Ireland)
Matt is the Head of Production and Partner at Banjoman, which was named production company of the year in 2021 and 2022 in Irish Advertising. Matt has gained huge experience producing large-scale commercials and short films for the last 10 years. In 2023/24, Matt produced King Frankie, which premiered at DIFF before playing in Shanghai, Galway, and London film festivals. The film had its theatrical release in October 2024 with the support of Screen Ireland and Wildcard. Banjoman is currently prepping and packaging a slate of films which they aim to produce in the coming years.
Banjoman – Ireland
Banjoman represents directors to tell stories for brands. We are Storytellers. We represent Specialists. Founded by Dermot in 2013, Banjoman set out to deliver great storytelling and world-class filmmaking for the Irish advertising industry. Since that foundation, we have brought on board some of the most incredible up-and-coming talent from our own shores, while also complementing the roster with overseas filmmakers. We now represent 12 directors who each offer their own distinct style and taste, ensuring that whatever a client’s needs are, we have the talent to match. Banjoman was awarded ‘Irish Production Company of the Year’ at the Kinsale Shark awards in both 2021 and 2022 and are the current #1 Irish production company as per LBB. Having produced the feature film King Frankie in 2024, which was distributed by Wildcard with the support of Screen Ireland, Banjoman looks forward to developing and producing films as part of a growing slate.
Projects in development
- A Frame of Truth, directed by Steve Kenny (fiction feature)
- King Frankie, directed by Dermot Malone (fiction feature)
Released films
- King Frankie, directed by Dermot Malone (fiction feature)
Screen Scotland
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Rakasree Basu (Scotland)
Rakasree Basu is a Glasgow and Mumbai-based producer recognised for her pioneering efforts in converging the Nordic and Indian cinematic landscapes.
She co-produced the first Danish-Indian feature film, Iqbal and the Jewel of India, through her Mumbai-based company Frames Per Second Films. The company also co-produced the Swedish television series, The Most Beautiful Hands of Delhi, commissioned by Swedish Television (SVT) and directed by Academy Award-nominated Hannes Holm.
Rakasree also served as an advisor to the Indian Government’s Ministry of Information and Broadcasting in setting up the Film Facilitation Office (FFO), to streamline the permission process for overseas projects filming in India, formulating guidelines for the Film Visa, and the filming incentive policy for international co-productions and service production projects.
Momentum Films – Scotland
Momentum Films is an independent Scottish production company founded in 2023 and based in Glasgow. The company focuses on engaging the global audience with cross-cultural storytelling through a prolific and innovative slate of feature films, feature-length and short documentaries, and high-end television series across different genres.
Momentum Films aims to converge the Scottish and international screen industries to foster an empowering ecosystem for immigrants, underrepresented groups, and first-generation entrants to build an equitable and accessible workspace in the Scottish film and television industry. Identifying underrepresented and working-class voices from the global majority of filmmakers to craft compelling stories of human emotions, journeys, and conflict, the company’s vision is to develop unforgettable characters and give momentum to stories waiting to be told.
Projects in development
- Aarogya Bhavan, directed by Martyn Robertson (feature documentary)
- Sands of Sarasvati, directed by AJ Annila (fiction feature)
Released films
- Iqbal and the Jewel of India, directed by Oliver Zahle (fiction feature)
Singapore Film Commission
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Joel Neo (Singapore)
Joel Neo is a Singaporean producer drawn to women-led narratives that interrogate the realities we both exist within and create. She holds a Bachelor of Fine Arts in Filmmaking with Honours (Highest Distinction), and is a recipient of the media industry scholarship (SG:D) from Infocomm Media Development Authority.
An alumnus of SGIFF Asian Producers Network and ASEAN-ROK Film Leaders Incubator FLY 2024, Joel is also the assistant producer on Duong Dieu Linh’s Don’t Cry, Butterfly, which premiered at the 2024 Venice Critics’ Week where it won the IWONDERFULL Grand Prize and Circolo del Cinema Verona Award for Most Innovative Film.
She is also the producer on Ash Goh Hua’s Full Month, which was presented at Berlinale Short Form Station 2024, and is supported by Jerome Foundation, Singapore Film Commission and RE:Focus Fund – Inside Out.
Momo Film Co – Singapore
Momo Film Co, part of Beach House Pictures and Fremantle, is a Singapore-based film and TV company founded in 2018. In a short span of a few years, Momo is now recognised as one of Southeast Asia’s key scripted producers with a track record of award-winning content and great relationships with streamers as well as buyers in Asia and beyond. The company is committed to collaborate closely with filmmakers and produce high-quality Asian drama for international viewers. Momo’s films regularly attend and open at prestigious markets and festivals such as Cannes Film Festival, Locarno Film Festival, Busan Film Festival, Berlinale, among others. Its promise is to stake out new territories with established international media partners and new creators to tell authentic Asian stories with taste and ambition. Momo is currently in development for various premium episodic series with Canal+, Studiocanal, Viu and Netflix.
Projects in development
- At The Edge of The Sea, directed by Le Quynh Anh (musical feature)
- Down at Motel 629, directed by Calleen Koh (animated TV series)
- The Art of Charlie Chan, directed by Jerrold Chong (animated feature)
- Moult, directed by Ash Goh Hua (fiction short)
- Untitled, directed by Ash Goh Hua (fiction feature)
Projects in production / post-production
- Full Month, directed by Ash Goh Hua (fiction short)
- Through Your Eyes, directed by Nelson Yeo (fiction short)
Released films
- Peace Funeral Home, directed by Megan Lim (fiction short)
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Wong Xiao Xuan (Singapore)
Wong Xiao Xuan is an aspiring creative film producer based in Singapore. Her work focused on dialogue with her own identity as a queer person and women’s stories, articulating stifled narratives.
Her thesis short Today’s Sunlight Falls Weakly On You (2023), was awarded the Best Short Film, Best Director and Best Cinematography at the Singapore Youth Film Festival 2024.
For the Singapore International Film Festival 2024, she serves as the Festival Lounge Coordinator. In post-production, she is the Co-Producer for a debut drama feature, The Old Man & His Car (2025) and a drama short, Summer on its Deathbed (2024).
She developed her creative producing skills at the Busan Asian Film School (AFiS)’s 2024 International Film Business Academy Program.
Singapore
Projects in development
- The Four Seasons of Singapore, directed by Kew Lin (fiction feature)
- Fish Out Of Mother, directed by Olivia Griselda (fiction short)
Projects in production / post-production
- The Old Man & His Car, directed by Michael Kam (fiction feature)
- Summer on its Deathbed, directed by Kyaw Shoon Le Yee (fiction short)
Released films
- Today’s Sunlight Falls Weakly On You, directed by Lim Yuzheng (fiction short)
Sundance Institute
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Doménica Castro (US)
Doménica, is an award-winning writer, producer and director driven by stories that shape culture. She co-founded 271 Films, a development and production company with work featured on Amazon, Netflix, HBO, MTV, Nylon, Vice, BET Networks, as well as film festivals including Sundance, AFI Fest, DOC NYC, Tribeca.
Her co-directorial debut film We Are Here, world premiered at the 2022 Sundance Film Festival and received an NAACP nomination.Under the banner of 271 Films, Doménica & Constanza co-runs the Indeed Rising Voices Initiative with Lena Waithe’s Hillman Grad Productions and Indeed. She is developing a slate of films and TV projects through 271 Films, including the Sundance-supported feature Huella. Domenica is a Sundance Producers Lab Fellow and a PGA Create Scripted Lab Fellow.
271 Films – USA
271 Films, founded by Doménica and Constanza Castro, develops and produces original stories with a focus on stories from underrepresented storytellers and communities across film, TV, music videos and commercials. Alongside Lena Waithe’s Hillman Grad Productions, the company co-runs the Indeed Rising Voices mentorship program that is in its fifth season to empower the next generation of BIPOC filmmakers. 271 Films brings stories that push boundaries, provoke, inspire, and entertain a global audience.
Projects in development
- Huella, directed by Gabriela Ortega (fiction feature)
- Out to Get You, directed by Jeremy Cloe (fiction feature)
- Robyn Fly, directed by Constanza and Doménica Castro (fiction feature)
- Chavela, director TBC (feature film)
- Who the Hell, writer Nick Marro (feature film)
- El Exilio, writer Doménica Castro (feature film)
- 1984, writer Constanza Castro (feature film)
- Fénix, writer Doménica Castro (animated feature film)
- TOFU, Created by Tee Park & Gbenga Komolafe (series)
- Bros, Created by Constanza & Doménica Castro (series)
Projects in production / post-production
- Papá Melisa, directed by Sophia Stieglitz (documentary feature)
- Behind the Velvet Rope, directed by Constanza & Doménica Castro (fiction short)
Released films
- Endling, directed by Kelly Yu (fiction short)
- Corpse Fishing, directed by Jean Liu (fiction short)
- Meal Ticket, directed by Wes Goodrich (fiction short)
- Fireline, directed by Robin Takao D’Oench (fiction short)
- Play Hard, directed by Winter Dunn (fiction short)
- Back Home, directed by Mercedes Arturo (fiction short)
- Bitter Leaf, directed by Omar Kamara (fiction short)
- In the Fold, directed by Manuel Del Valle (fiction short)
- Technicians, directed by Kevin Luu & Kelly Luu (fiction short)
- Tender Thoughts, directed by Anndi Jinelle Liggett (fiction short)
- The Gag, directed by Larry Owens (fiction short)
- Sarajin, directed by Justin Kim WooSŏk (fiction short)
- The Ballad of Tita and the Machines, directed by Miguel Angel Caballero (fiction short)
- In Your Light, Do We See Light, dir. Joey Zhao (fiction short)
- Last Days of the Lab, directed by María Alvarez (fiction short)
- Mara Has Three Jobs in San Juan, Puerto Rico, directed by Ana Verde (fiction short)
- My Nights Glow Yellow, directed by Hannah Bang (fiction short)
- Order for Pickup, directed by Jackie! Zhou (fiction short)
- Rocky Road on Chanel Three, directed by James Rogers III (fiction short)
- Sorry Grandpa Hsiao, directed by Candace Ho (fiction short)
- Amica, directed by Shanrica Evans (fiction short)
- Beast, directed by Urvashi Pathania (fiction short)
- Before Dawn, Kabul Time, directed by Tara Motamedi (fiction short)
- Black Santa, directed by Travis Wood (fiction short)
- Crooked Trees Gon Give Me Wings, directed by Cara Lawson (fiction short)
- Empty Bases, directed by Jalmer Caceres (fiction short)
- Malleable, directed by Justin Floyd (fiction short)
- Maps, directed by Georgia Fu (fiction short)
- The 25th Filial Exemplar, directed by Leon Cheo (fiction short)
- Tofu, directed by Gbenga Komolafe (fiction short)
- We are Here, directed by Doménica & Constanza Castro (fiction short)
- Comfort, directed by Boma Iluma (fiction short)
- Huella, directed by Gabriela Ortega (fiction short)
- Soft Sounds of Peeling Fruit, directed by Shelly Yo (fiction short)
- Soñadora, directed by Stacy Pascal Gaspard (fiction short)
- Only The Moon Stands Still, directed by Johnson Cheng (fiction short)
- Shoebox, directed by David Fortune (fiction short)
- Flames, directed by Deondray Gossfield & Quincy Gossfield (fiction short)
- Coche Bomba, directed by Kantú Lentz (fiction short)
- Aurinko in Adagio, directed by Elisee Junior St Preux (fiction short)
- Cinephile, directed by Dre Ryan (fiction short)
- Safe, directed by Josema Roig (fiction short)
- Milkshake, directed by Brittany Snow (fiction short)
- The Track, directed by Brett Levner (fiction feature)
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Sahar Yousefi (Canada)
After starting her career at the National Film Board of Canada, Sahar produced and financed films and series supported by the Sundance Institute, the Doha Film Institute, Telefilm Canada, the Red Sea Film Institute, Hot Docs Crosscurrents, Catapult, Chicken and Egg, the Canada Media Fund, Ontario Creates, the CBC and many others. She is an alumnus of EAVE, Torino SeriesLab, Hot Docs Accelerator Lab, RIDM Talent Lab, ACE Mentorship, Berlinale/EFM Doc Toolbox, DOC Canada Business Leap, The Gotham and Film Independent Fast Track. Alongside producing, Sahar is currently Head of Investments and Productions at RMA Ventures, where she scouts for and manages investments in international films and media companies for a newly announced $100 million USD equity fund.
Nava Projects – Canada
Nava Projects is a multidisciplinary production company producing filmmaker-driven documentary, narrative and interactive projects by filmmakers all over the world. Our projects have been supported by many international institutions, including the Sundance Institute, Telefilm Canada, Hot Docs CrossCurrents, the Canada Media Fund, the British Film Institute, the Doha Film Institute, the Red Sea Film Institute, the National Film Board of Canada, Ontario Creates, Catapult, Chicken and Egg Pictures, the Bell Fund, the CBC and many others.
Projects in development
- It Comes In Revelations, directed by Omolola Ajao (fiction feature)
- Pigeon Wars, directed by Dania Bdeir (fiction feature)
- Darwin in Taif, directed by Maha Al-Saati (fiction Feature)
- Rent-a-Mama, directed by Dania Bdeir (TV series)
Projects in production / post-production
- Stallions, directed by Rita Baghdadi (feature documentary)
- Amanecer, Atardecer, directed by Bryan Angarita (feature documentary)
- It’s Winter, directed by Sajad Imani (documentary feature)
Released films
- Empty Your Pockets, directed by Tara Aghdashloo (fiction short)
- Eulogy for the Dead Sea, directed by Polina Teif (documentary feature)
- The Ride, directed by Tara Aghdashloo (fiction short)
- Warsha, directed by Dania Bdeir (fiction short)
- Eulogy for the Dead Sea, directed by Polina Teif (documentary feature)
- In the Shadow of the Pines, directed by Anne Koizumi (fiction short)
- Sunnyside, directed by Jenna MacMillan (fiction short)
- Play Rewind Play, directed by Stephanie Joline (fiction short)
- Play Your Gender, directed by Stephanie Joline (documentary feature)
- A Suicide at the Gun Range, directed by Stephanie Joline (fiction short)
- Feverish, directed by Nicole Steeves (fiction short)
- Hero D, directed by Dave Mullins (fiction short)
Swedish Film Institute
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Marta Dauliūtė (Sweden)
Marta Dauliūtė is a Lithuanian-born producer and director, based in Sweden since 2002. She holds a master’s degree in film directing and production from the Valand Academy and is a co-founder of the film production company MDEMC. Marta’s recent projects include producing the hybrid-documentary fifteen zero three nineteenth of january two thousand sixteen by Petra Bauer and Marius Dybwad Brandrud (2024), a short documentary Building and Burning of a Refugee Camp by Dennis Harvey (2024) and directing and producing the feature documentary Good Life alongside Viktorija Šiaulytė (2022), which have garnered attention at various international festivals. Currently, she is developing the hybrid-documentary A Face to Be Loved by Angelica Ruffier, slated for production in spring 2025. Marta is also a founding member of the Noncitizen collective and has been working as an intimacy coordinator since 2020.
MDEMC – Sweden
MDEMC is a film production and distribution company based in Stockholm, established in 2009 and managed by Elisabeth Marjanović Cronvall, Marta Dauliūtė, and Elin Lilleman Eriksson. The company specialises in auteur films distinguished by their high artistic integrity, sharp analytical focus and experimental spirit. With works showcased at international festivals including IDFA, Venice IFF, Hot Docs, FID Marseille, DOK Leipzig and Jihlava IFF, MDEMC has secured its reputation as a leading independent production company on the international film stage. Collaborating with filmmakers, artists, and academics, MDEMC relentlessly seeks to broaden the cultural and intellectual impact of its films, exploring innovative ways for cinema to engage actively in public discourse, extending beyond conventional screening venues.
Projects in development
- A Face to Be Loved, directed by Angelica Ruffier (hybrid-documentary feature)
- Clementine Orange, directed by Lisa Forslund (fiction feature)
- Temporary Protection, directed by Vladyslav Kamensky (fiction short)
- From Now On, directed by Petra Bauer and Marius Dybwad Brandrud (hybrid-documentary short)
Projects in production / post-production
- A Face to Be Loved, directed by Angelica Ruffier (hybrid feature)
- Clementine Orange, directed by Lisa Forslund (fiction feature)
Released films
- fifteen zero three nineteenth of january two thousand sixteen, directed by Petra Bauer and Marius Dybwad Brandrud (hybrid-documentary feature)
- Building and Burning of a Refugee Camp, directed by Dennis Harvey (documentary short)
- Good Life, directed by Marta Dauliūtė and Viktorija Šiaulytė (documentary feature)
- Ni ska se att jag har rätt, directed by Saga Gärde, (documentary medium-length)
- Crisis Document. A Survival Guide, directed by Marta Dauliūtė and Elisabeth Marjanović Cronvall, (documentary short)
- Second Class, directed by Marta Dauliūtė and Elisabeth Marjanović Cronvall (documentary feature)
- Inte Panik, directed by Elisabeth Marjanović Cronvall (fiction short)
Swiss Films
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Olga Lamontanara (Switzerland)
Born in Bari, Italy, Olga Lamontanara holds a Master’s in Arts & Cultural Management from Bocconi University, Milan. In 2008, she was part of the team launching TorinoFilmLab, where she worked as Head of Communication until 2018.
Since 2019, she has been a producer at Swiss companies 8horses, Amka Films and Cinédokké. Since 2020, she is Head of Co-production Forum for the Creative Europe – MEDIA-supported initiative European Short Pitch.
Her producer credits include Until Branches Bend by Sophie Jarvis (TIFF 2022, SXSW 2023), La Chimera by Alice Rohrwacher (Cannes Official Selection 2023), Nowhere by Simone Massi (Venice Orizzonti 2023), Body Odyssey by Grazia Tricarico (PÖFF 2023, Sitges – Noves Visions Best Director 2024), Electric Child by Simon Jaquemet (Locarno 2024, IFFR 2025), and Alter Ego (TV series).
8horses – Switzerland
8horses, founded in 2013 by a collective of directors, writers, and DoPs, most of whom graduated from Zurich University of the Arts, has earned acclaim for its films. Cherry Pie by Lorenz Merz premiered at Locarno 2013 and screened among others at IFFR and New Horizons Wroclaw. Der Unschuldige / The Innocent by Simon Jaquemet premiered at TIFF Platform, competed at San Sebastián 2018, and travelled festivals all over the world. Jaquemet’s Electric Child debuted in Locarno – Piazza Grande in 2024, currently touring festivals incl. Sitges and IFFR. Minority co-productions include Francesco Rizzi’s multi-awarded Cronofobia, winner of PÖFF 2018’s First Feature Competition Jury Prize, and Willy Hans’s Der Fleck / Skill Issue, premiered at Locarno 2024.
Projects in development
- Untitled, directed by Simon Jaquemet (fiction feature)
- Grave, directed by Anna Pieri Zuercher & Pietro Zuercher (fiction feature)
- Taking the Waters, directed by Sophie Jarvis (fiction feature)
- Ibicaba – Visions of Paradise, directed by Andrea Štaka (fiction feature)
- Pouletburg, directed by Francesco Rizzi (fiction feature)
Projects in production / post-production
- I’ll Be Gone in June, directed by Katharina Rivilis (fiction feature)
- Becaària, directed by Erik Bernasconi (fiction feature)
- Olympia Station, directed by Sarah Imsand (medium-length documentary)
- Le Bambine, directed by Valentina and Nicole Bertani (fiction feature)
Released films
- Alter Ego, directed by Erik Bernasconi & Robert Ralston (TV series)
- Body Odyssey, directed by Grazia Tricarico (fiction feature)
- Nowhere, directed by Simone Massi (animation feature)
- La Chimera, directed by Alice Rohrwacher (fiction feature)
- Until Branches Bend, directed by Sophie Jarvis (fiction feature)
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Leon Schwitter (Switzerland)
Leon Schwitter studied film at the Zurich University of the Arts and graduated with a Bachelor’s degree with a focus in screenwriting. He is part of the young Zurich production company Sabotage Kollektiv, where he works as a film director and producer. His first feature film Réduit (2022) screened at numerous international film festivals and won the First Look Award in Locarno, the Golden Alexander in Thessaloniki, and the Fipresci Prize in Schwerin.
He is currently producing the experimental fiction feature First Days by Michael Karrer & Kim Allamand and the hybrid feature El Mundo Al Revés, which he co-directed with Agostina Di Luciano.
Sabotage Kollektiv – Switzerland
Sabotage Kollektiv was founded in 2020 and is an association of filmmakers: Lisa Gerig, Lisa Gertsch, Felix Hergert, Moris Freiburghaus, Michael Karrer, Ramón Königshausen, Camille Briffod, and Leon Schwitter.
The collective produces film projects that strive to integrate collaboration and a respectful use of resources into the process.
Since 2020, Sabotage has produced two feature-length films, as well as short documentaries and fiction films. Mussie’s Room, by Felix Hergert, won the Zurich Film Prize 2020. Burning Fire by Michael Karrer premiered at IFFR 2023 and was shown at various international film festivals. Electric Fields by Lisa Gertsch premiered at the Max Ophüls Film Festival and won the festival’s main prize.
Co-productions include the feature film Retreat by Leon Schwitter and the documentary Brunaupark by Felix Hergert and Dominik Zietlow.
The documentary film A Window I Can’t Open by Moris Freiburghaus, the hybrid El Mundo Al Revés by Agostina Di Luciano and Leon Schwitter, and the feature film First Days by Michael Karrer and Kim Allamand are currently in production. Further projects are in development.
Projects in development
- Invisible Places, directed by Leon Schwitter (fiction feature)
- Colonies, directed by Michael Karrer (fiction feature)
- Im ersten Licht, directed by Lisa Gertsch (fiction feature)
Projects in production / post-production
- First Days, directed by Michael Karrer & Kim Allamand (experimental feature)
- El Mundo Al Revés, directed by Agostina Di Luciano & Leon Schwitter (hybrid feature)
- A Window I Can’t Open, directed by Moris Freiburghaus (documentary feature)
Released films
- Retreat, directed by Leon Schwitter (fiction feature)
Telefilm Canada
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Lindsay Blair Goeldner (Canada)
Lindsay Blair Goeldner is an award-winning film producer based between Toronto and New York. After joining the Canadian Film Centre’s Producer Lab in 2019, she transitioned from commercials to narrative filmmaking. Lindsay has produced films that have screened worldwide, including short films Diaspora (2022, CBC Gem, Vimeo Staff Pick) and Scaring Women at Night (2022, Iris Prize Winner), feature films like I Like Movies (2023, Netflix Canada), and episodic work such as Streams Flow from a River (2023, Cannes Series). Lindsay is currently developing Zarrar Kahn’s second feature, Suffering is Optional, which is aiming to go to camera in Fall 2025.
LBG Films Inc. – Canada
LBG Films Inc. is a production company founded by award-winning film producer Lindsay Blair Goeldner, focused on creating diverse, boundary-pushing content that amplifies underrepresented voices. With a track record of producing accomplished and internationally renowned projects from shorts, to features, and episodic work, LBG Films is dedicated to elevating emerging talent and fostering innovative storytelling.
Projects in development
- Suffering is Optional, directed by Zarrar Kahn (fiction feature)
Projects in production / post-production
- The Archivist: Sur Rodney Sur, directed by Tricia Hagoriles (documentary feature)
- Oh, How She Dances, directed by Karimah Zakia Issa (experimental documentary short)
Released films
- Queen Tut, directed by Reem Morsi (fiction feature)
- I Like Movies, directed by Chandler Levack (fiction feature)
- Streams Flow From A River, directed by Christopher Yip (TV series)
- Myself When I Am Real, directed by Angeline Gragasin (experimental fiction short)
- Diaspora, directed by Tyler Mckenzie Evans (fiction short)
- Scaring Women at Night, directed by Karimah Zakia Issa (fiction short)
- Death Valley, directed by Grace Sloan (experimental fiction short)
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Gordon Mihan (Canada)
Gordon is a Canadian filmmaker, writer, and producer. He strives for his art to be innovative and heartfelt. The first feature film he co-wrote and produced, Do I Know You From Somewhere? (directed by Arianna Martinez), had its world premiere at the Toronto International Film Festival in 2024 and its international premiere at the Busan International Film Festival in 2024. He and Arianna are currently developing her second feature and he is excited to continue to create art on a larger scale.
Strike Pictures – Canada
Strike Pictures is an award-winning independent production company guided by creativity, authenticity, and professionalism. Based in Fredericton, New Brunswick, Canada, the company is community-minded and equity-focused – championing diverse stories in their community.
Projects in development
- Quinceañera, directed by Arianna Martinez (fiction feature)
Released films
- Do I Know You From Somewhere?, directed by Arianna Martinez (fiction feature)
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Rebecca Steele (Canada)
Rebecca Steele is a Vancouver-based producer and founder of film production company, Kind Stranger Productions. With a reverence for international cinema and enthusiasm for collaborating with visionary filmmakers, under her company banner she aspires to amplify a broad spectrum of voices and partner on international co-productions. Her film projects have screened around the world, most notably at TIFF, Busan IFF, and Marrakech IFF. Most recently, Rebecca produced Anthony Shim’s sophomore feature, Riceboy Sleeps, which has gone on to win over 20 awards during its festival circuit, including the TIFF 2022 Platform Prize and BIFF 2022 Flash Forward Audience Award, and earned Rebecca a nomination for Best Motion Picture at the 2023 Canadian Screen Awards. Rebecca is a Berlinale Talents alum and Rotterdam Lab fellow.
Kind Stranger Productions – Canada
Founded in 2021 by producer Rebecca Steele in reverence of the stories that shape us, Kind Stranger is a production company rooted in a generosity of spirit that aspires to offer a conduit for connection amongst creatives and viewers alike. The films that move them the most are those that remind them of the magnificence of the human experience. With Canadian roots and global aspirations, Kind Stranger aims to amplify a broad spectrum of voices for international audiences while maintaining a collaborative and community-driven approach to making films, cultivating deeper experiences on and off the screen.
Projects in development
- Dogging in Central Park, directed by Joseph Carney (fiction feature)
- The Last Kugushi, directed by Jamila Pomeroy (fiction feature)
- Untitled, directed by Anthony Shim (fiction feature)
- The Living, Living, directed by Julia Joyce-Barry (fiction short)
Released films
- Life’s Red Light (or ‘Doomers’), directed by Joseph Carney (fiction short)
- Riceboy Sleeps, directed by Anthony Shim (fiction feature)
- Daughter, directed by Anthony Shim (fiction feature)
- Leaning Into Your Palms, directed by David Findlay (fiction music video)
- The Quieting, directed by Ali Liebert (fiction short)
- Daughter, directed by Anthony Shim (fiction feature)
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Manon Lavaud (France / Tunisia)
Manon Lavaud is a producer, director, and screenwriter. During architecture school, she attended a director’s workshop where she fell in love with arthouse documentary and, soon after, production. She joined Les Films d’Ici in 2017, where she worked on thirty films of various genres and lengths as a producer’s assistant. Driven by a desire to explore new ways to support perspectives from the Global South, she returned to Marseille and co-founded the French-Tunisian production company Muja Films with Dhia Jerbi in 2022. She also helps other directors develop their scripts while working on Return to Sender, her first creative documentary exploring her Haitian origins.
Muja Films – France / Tunisia
Founded in 2022, Muja Films is anchored in Marseille and Tunis. From one coast of the Mediterranean to the other, it aims to chart a channel between the continents of its two founders, Manon Lavaud and Dhia Jerbi. Propelled by the power of filmmakers’ gazes that inspire them, from Africa to Europe, passing through the Middle East and the Caribbean, Muja Films sails towards a cinematic horizon where established currents between the North and the South shall be stirred. Since its foundation, Muja Films has been hosted at IDFAcademy, EURODOC Med, Creative Producers Indaba and, in 2025, will attend EURODOC and Rotterdam Lab.
Projects in development
- Boudjadis, directed by Elina Chared (documentary feature)
- Return to Thiaroye, directed by Émilien Abibou (documentary series)
- States of abstraction, directed by Alexandra Sophia Handal (fiction feature)
- 30 hours of rushes, directed by Fatima Joumaa (documentary feature)
- Cirta, directed by Saif Chida (hybrid feature)
- Dylan, directed by Nader Ayache (VR Documentary experimental)
- Homeland Blues, directed by Hee Jin Kim (documentary feature)
- Tunis on call, directed by Cyrine Ben Chahla (hybrid short)
Projects in production / post-production
- Aliyá, Yeridá, directed by Rafael Guendelman (documentary feature)
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Laura Jumel (France)
Graduated from La Sorbonne and Sciences Po, Laura Jumel worked for several documentary and feature film production companies before joining Salaud Morisset in 2019. She first contributed to the company’s distribution activities before developing its production branch. Over five years, she has produced 10 short films that achieved both festival and commercial success. She also served as production and post-production manager on Salaud Morisset’s features Excursion by Una Gunjak (Special Mention, Locarno) and To a Land Unknown by Mahdi Fleifel (Directors’ Fortnight, 2024). International collaboration has been central to her work, partnering with directors and co-producers across Europe and beyond.
Salaud Morisset – France
Salaud Morisset is a company specialised in production and international sales, based in Paris and Berlin. Its approach is rooted in nurturing emerging talent and fostering long-term collaborations. The company takes pride in supporting directors from their early short films to their first features. This philosophy has led to partnerships resulting in works such as Excursion (Locarno premiere) and To a Land Unknown (Directors’ Fortnight).
Projects in production / post-production
- Coyotes, directed by Said Zagha (fiction short)
- Sa Rafale, directed by Maxime Garault (documentary feature)
- Mango, directed by Joan Iyiola (fiction short)
Released films
- Keep, directed by Lewis Rose (fiction short)
- The Key, directed by Rakan Mayasi (fiction short)
- Trumpets in the Sky, directed by Rakan Mayasi (fiction short)
- Pops, directed by Lewis Rose (fiction short)
- Witness, directed by Ali Asgari (fiction short)
- Cell 364, directed by Zoé Rossion, Mathilde Babo (fiction short)
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Kanako Fujita (United Kingdom)
Kanako Fujita is a producer, critic and sales agent who majored in Film Studies at King’s College London. In 2024, she founded Felis Pictures Ltd., a film production and distribution company based in London. Her production, Dead Fishes (2022), won Best Cinematography at the Japan Film Festival Los Angeles. She is currently developing Push Button Syndrome, directed by Riko Murakami, which received the Asian Discovery Award at the BIFAN It Project Market and was a finalist in the Sitges Film Festival’s WomanInFan program. Kanako also attended the Producer Hub at the 2024 Busan Film Festival and has participated in critic workshops such as GoCritic! at Fest Anča and the Campus Program at the Udine Far East Film Festival.
Felis Pictures Ltd. – United Kingdom
Felis Pictures Ltd. is a London-based film production and sales company founded by Japanese producer Kanako Fujita in 2024. The company is currently producing both feature films and shorts, including the feature project Push Button Syndrome, which received the Asian Discovery Award at the BIFAN It Project Market and was a finalist in the WomanInFan program at Sitges. Additionally, Felis Pictures is managing international sales for the Lithuanian short film Naiku (2023), which won the Grand Prix at the Yubari International Fantastic Film Festival.
Projects in development
- Push Button Syndrome, directed by Riko Murakami (fiction feature)
- Home of Rabbits, directed by Urara Matsubayashi (fiction feature)
Projects in production / post-production
- Lark Ravenhair, directed by Pijus Mačiulskis (experimental short)
- Bravado, directed by Pijus Mačiulskis (fiction short)
- Invisible War, directed by Marcela Arteaga (experimental feature)
Released films
- Dead Fishes, directed by Tomoaki Kaneko (fiction feature)
- Captured, directed by Tomoaki Kaneko (fiction short)
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Naomi Satoh (Japan)
Naomi Satoh began her career at Gaga Corporation in 2011, working as a film buyer. In 2017, she transitioned to Netflix, initially focusing on licensing and business development. By 2022, she expanded her role to include producing films and series, contributing to notable projects such as The Parades (2024), Let’s Get Divorced (2023), Love Village (2023), and The Makanai: Cooking for the Maiko House (2023). In 2023, she joined CyberAgent as a producer. Her latest project, Nevertheless: The Shapes of Love, is slated for global release on Netflix and Abema in December 2024. With CyberAgent scaling back its film business, she plans to expand her production activities independently in 2025, broadening her creative scope and pursuing new collaborations.
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Projects in development
- What’s with all the modesty?, directed by Natsumi Yoshida (fiction feature film)
Projects in production / post-production
- Fixed Star (countless), directed by Ryutaro Nakagawa (fiction feature)
Released films
- Nevertheless: The Shapes of Love, directed by Ryutaro Nakagawa (fiction TV series)
- The Parades, directed by Michihito Fujii (fiction feature film)
- Let’s Get Divorced, directed by Fuminori Kaneko (fiction TV series)
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Natacha Hostyn (Belgium)
In 2018, Natacha Hostyn joined the Iota Production team as a production assistant. Gradually, she took on the roles of administrator, then production manager. Since 2023, she has also established herself as a producer, accompanying a new generation of authors and exploring the world of documentary and short films. Natacha is now broadening her horizons towards feature-length fiction, with the ambition of bringing to life powerful narratives that promote a more diverse and inclusive representation in cinema.
Iota Production – Belgium
Created in 2000 in Belgium by Isabelle Truc, Iota Production is a production company active in fiction, documentary, TV series and animation. The company has produced some seventy documentary films, including Hawar, our banished children, by Pascale Bourgaux, released in Belgium in 2024 and in Switzerland in 2025. Seventeen feature films as Belgian majority productions have been finalized, including Our struggles, the second feature film by Guillaume Senez. This film was selected by the Critics’ Week at the 2018 Cannes Film Festival (sold in over 20 territories, selected in over 30 festivals and awarded 9 times). Cap Farewell, Vanja d’Alcantara’s third feature film, is currently in post production. Several other projects are in writing and development.
Projects in development
- Young brother, directed by Raphaël Delorme-Duc (fiction feature)
- I do exist, directed by Zuheir Sebiy (fiction short)
- The gift, directed by Nathalie Van Tongelen (fiction short)
- Genesis, directed by Nastasja Saerens (documentary feature)
- The galipot’s lair, directed by Raphaël Delorme-Duc (fiction short)
- Whippet, directed by Cédric Bourgeois (fiction short)
- The Belgian factory, directed by Anna Fusacchia (documentary feature)
Projects in production / post-production
- Constellations, directed by Amélia Nanni, David Noblet & Jean Crutzen (feature documentary)
Released films
- Bo Backstage, directed by Inès Eshun (short fiction)
- The heart of heritage, directed by Nina Degraeve (feature documentary)
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Annisa Adjam (Indonesia)
Annisa Adjam is an independent Indonesian film producer who has been producing numerous shorts from fiction, documentary, animation to VR in the past eight years. Her most recent one, Sawo Matang, premiered at the 48th Toronto International Film Festival and screened at 25 film festivals around the world. Annisa is an alumna of Kyoto Filmmakers Lab, BIFAN NAFF Fantastic Film School South Korea, Full Circle Creative Producers Lab The Philippines, and SGIFF’s Asian Producers Network who studied Filmmaking at Kingston University, London. Her feature debut project, A Ballad of Long Hair, won the Most Promising Project award from the Singapore International Film Festival and participated in the latest edition of Udine’s Far East Film Festival Focus Asia Market.
Sinema 5 – Indonesia
Sinema 5 (Sinema Lima) is an Indonesian independent creative company established in 2019 in Jakarta. Our vision is to elevate creative genre elements in filmmaking to champion authentic voices on important issues. The works we produced, co-produced and supervised have been world premiering at TIFF, Urban World, Palm Springs, Tampere, Rhode Island, DISFF and other prestigious international film festivals. Our upcoming feature debut is a co-production project between Indonesia, Singapore and the Netherlands.
Projects in development
- A Ballad of Long Hair, directed by Giovanni Rustanto (fiction feature)
- My Tears, A Sea for Jakarta to Sink, directed by Andrea Nirmala Widjajanto (fiction short)
Projects in production / post-production
- Red is My Blood, White is Your Seed, directed by Andrea Nirmala Widjajanto (fiction short)
Released films
- Sawo Matang, directed by Andrea Nirmala Widjajanto (fiction short)
- A Sonorous Melody, directed by Riani Singgih (documentary short)
- The Myth of Dewa, directed by Brahmma Wijaya (fiction short)
- Yongky’s First Heartbeats, directed by Giovanni Rustanto (fiction short)
- Ringroad, directed by Andrew Kose (fiction short)
- West Love, directed by M. Reza Fahriyansyah (fiction short)