International Film Festival Rotterdam - Cinemart Project Submission

Every year, remarkable independent feature film and immersive projects from every corner of the world are presented to international industry representatives, each given the perfect platform to present themselves to financial and creative partners, before finding wide, popular and critical acclaim – like the three CineMart projects presented at Cannes earlier this year that impressed across the selections. 

The upcoming edition will mark the introduction of CineMart x HBF, a new official strand spotlighting Hubert Bals Fund-supported projects, extending the festival’s backing for our supported talents. 

Applicants should note that a submission fee will be required. As submission numbers and our programme continue to grow, this administration fee helps cover the increased time and resources needed to review each project with care. Please also check the revised eligibility criteria for 2026 giving priority to projects making their first market presentation.