Cannes Short Film Corner - Your Questions
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What is Short Film Corner?
Short Film Corner is the part of the Cannes film market dedicated to short film. It features Q&A sessions, talks, networking events and the chance to view short films from around the world..
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How do I get my short film into Short Film Corner?
As Short Film Corner is a market, not a festival, there is not selection process you need to pass. So long as your film fits the following requirements you will be accepted...
- The short must have been produced after January 1st, 2007
- The film must be under 35 minutes long
- Only one film by director
- The short must not have been registered at the Short Film Corner in a past edition
Short Film Corner charges €75 per film which includes your film's digitalisation, its listing in the official Short Film Corner catalogue, the Festival de Cannes access badge and unlimited access to cinando.com the largest database for the international film industry.
All films must be submitted by 18th April 2008
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Why should I enter my film?
Short Film Corner is a great opportunity to promote your film and yourself. By entering your film in Short Film Corner you get two free passes to the Marche du Film, the main Cannes film market. This official accreditation allows you to visit the feature film market, to attend exclusive events and access to the pavilions in the International Village.
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Should I attend Short Film Corner?
By doing do you will get the chance to meet fellow filmmakers from around the world and see their films. Short Film Corner gives you the chance to network on a truly international level and will widen your knowledge and contact base in the short film world.
The official accreditation that comes with having a film in Short Film Corner also allows you to check out the main market. If you’re looking to move into feature films at some point this will give you an invaluable insight to how the film industry works behind the scenes.
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What are the costs of attending Short Film Corner?
It depends. Entering your film only costs €75 and includes accreditation for two people. You need to consider flights, accommodation, food and entertainment. Cannes is well known for being very expensive but it is possible to have a good time on a limited budget.
From the UK it is possible to attend the market and have a good time from under £1,000. This includes everything from flights, accommodation, food, etc. But book early to get the best deals.
From the USA, you need to allow for more expensive travel, a longer stay and currency fluctuations.
For more information on attending Cannes we recommend visiting ‘Cannes: A Festival Virgin’s Guide'.
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What can I do to promote my film at Short Film Corner?
The standard way is via flyers and posters in the Short Film Corner area. If you have the right artwork this can be reasonably effective. Always remember to clearly display your film’s unique Short Film Number, as this is how prospective viewers will locate and watch your film.
The very best way to promote your film is simply to talk to people. Go up to people in Short Film Corner, in the pavilions, anywhere and tell them about it. Give them a flyer and invite them to take a look. This is a very effective way of networking.
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I’ve not been to Cannes before. Will you help?
Certainly. Before the market we can be reached via our contact page and via Skype (accessfilm). During Short Film Cornerwe will be staffing our booth in the Palais and will be happy to help where we can.
It doesn’t matter if your questions are about cross-collateralization of receipts or where to get a cheap drink on the Croisette – we’re here to help.
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