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European Film Market and Montreal’s Frontières Market Launch New Genre Collaboration for 2026

The European Film Market (EFM) announces an exciting new partnership with Frontières, the Montreal-based international genre co-production market, organised by Fantasia International Film Festival, for a special Work-in-Progress and In-Production showcase during EFM 2026.

Launching under the banner EFM Frontières Focus, this new initiative will spotlight bold, innovative international genre filmmaking by presenting five carefully selected projects in advanced stages of financing or in production or early Post-production. EFM Frontières Focus will take place during the 2026 Berlinale, in February, and aims to connect standout genre works with sales agents, distributors, and festival programmers.

EFM Frontières Focus will elevate genre projects on the world stage and shine a spotlight on the depth, range, and artistry of genre cinema. From psychological thrillers to horror, sci-fi, fantasy, and hybrid forms, this platform is committed to challenging outdated notions of the genre and spotlighting the creative force behind it.

The presentation will consist of a Work-in-Progress and In-Production pitching session of films ready for the fall markets in 2026, seeking sales agents or completion funding. Filmmakers from the selected projects will pitch their work directly to the industry. Exclusive networking events tailored to the genre community will complement the programme, providing unique opportunities for business and collaboration in a focused, dynamic setting.

Submissions for eligible projects will open on August 15th and close on November 13th, 2025.

Detailed information on the submission process and participation requirements is available at Frontières Market | Call for Projects. For more information about the Berlinale European Film Market please visit the EFM website.

The Frontières International Co-Production Market is funded by Telefilm Canada, SODEC, the Government of Quebec, the City of Montreal, Wallimage and the Netherlands Film Fund.