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American Cinema Films™ – Sell Your Film at Cannes™ – Cannes Film Market Technical Information

01. DCP Transfer & Specifications

INTERNET CONNECTION & DCP UPLOAD

DCPs must be uploaded exclusively via Viapass (Aspera Faspex application).

A minimum connection speed of 100 Mbps is recommended to avoid delays. Test your speed using Speedtest.

KEY DATES

Platform opening: April 1, 2026.

Delivery deadline: May 7, 2026.

Late penalty: €250 (excl. VAT) per film for deliveries after this date.

 

DCP SPECIFICATIONS

Accepted formats: ISO/SMPTE or InterOp (JPEG 2000).

DCP files must include:

Image and sound (5.1 and/or 7.1 mix).

Subtitles (see dedicated section).

Logos integrated directly into the file.

Resolutions: 2K or 4K.

Frame rates supported: 24 fps and 25 fps. For HFR frame rates, please contact the Screening Service in advance.

BACKUP COPY

We recommend bringing a backup copy that has been tested on DCI-compliant digital equipment and is identical to the primary version.

 

02. Technical Equipment

DIGITAL EQUIPMENT:

Palais, Riviera & Lerins

Christie projectors and Dolby IMS3000 servers.

Cinemas in the city

Equipment varies by venue.

A detailed list is available upon request.

 

03. Subtitles

RECOMMENDATIONS

Recommended Format: Subtitles embedded in the image («burned-in subtitles»).

For separate subtitles, they must be provided in the timed text format.

Subpicture formats (e.g., .png images) are not permitted.

Embedded English subtitles are strongly recommended

 

04. File Naming

COMPLIANCE

The CPL (Composition Play List) must adhere to the Digital Cinema Naming Convention.

CONSISTENCY

• The name should match the one submitted to the Marché du Film and must be easily interpretable.

• Consistency across all delivered elements is required.

• The same film must use the same title across its various versions (preferably the English version).

 

05. DCPCheck

CHECKING

DCPs are subject to a computer check before screening.

Please note, only defects that prevent the file from being read can be detected.

IF A DCP IS DEFECTIVE and cannot be screened, the Marché will contact the company with the following options:

• Provide a new, client-tested DCP verified on DCI-compliant equipment.

• Submit the DCP to the on-site digital lab for potential repair (results are not guaranteed).

THE DEFECTIVE DCP will be duplicated and repaired, and the duplicate copy will be deleted after the last scheduled screening.

RESPONSIBILITIES: The Marché du Film, CST, and Viapass are not responsible for delivery delays or DCP failures.

 

06. KDM & DKDM Keys

ENCRYPTED DCP MANAGEMENT:

Preferred Solution: Provide a DKDM (Distribution KDM) or Master KDM to generate additional keys. The Marché du Film can generate KDMs on-site in Cannes using the Master KDM.

Important Note: Server certificates will be available starting April 28, 2026.

ALTERNATIVE OPTION: Provide a complete set of KDMs pre-configured to be compatible with the servers.

KEY DELIVERY DEADLINES:

• Send keys to canneskdm@festival-cannes.fr before May 7, 2026.

• Keys must be valid from May 7 to May 24, 2026.

UNENCRYPTED FILMS:

Unencrypted DCPs are preferred to streamline the process.

 

07. Technical Contacts

CONTACT

Each company must designate a single technical contact, available in case of emergencies (DCP, KDM, etc.), and provide their phone number and email address to the Screenings Department.

LAB

Contact details of the associated lab must also be provided to facilitate quick resolution of any technical issues.

 

08. Delivery Deadlines

DCP

Delivery must be completed via Viapass by May 7, 2026.

Late deliveries will incur a €250 (excl. VAT) penalty per film. DCPs delivered on the deadline day may require longer confirmation times.

KDM/DKDM

Keys must be sent to canneskdm@festival-cannes.fr by May 7, 2026, and be valid from May 7 to May 24, 2026.

Failure to meet deadlines may result in the cancellation of the screening, which will still be invoiced.

 

09. Technical contact & deadlines

FOR ALL TECHNICAL INQUIRIES

Please contact : sts@festival-cannes.fr (from April 3, 2026).

KEY DATES

April 10 Viapass platform opening

April 28 Server Certificates available

May 7 Deadline to send your DCPs and your KDMs/DKDMs

These dates may change. Check the official Cannes Technical Information book

The Other Guys
$5,500
$5,500 or more plus 25% of Sales.
Your film is one of many dozens or HUNDREDS of Films available.
Your film is not actively promoted. It is just displayed along side others (could be along side slasher, zombie or vampire films).
You have no control over who obtains your screeners. ANYONE can take them, not just buyers. Fans. Tourists. People that will sell them on eBay.
You have no control over the types of films you are associated with. You might not want your film associated with some of these films. Do you really want your film displayed next to a Zombie Slasher Film?
Usually displays a small 8X11 poster if you are fortunate. Never any Press Kit Still Photos or give aways.
No in-the-booth screenings.
No sales sheet give-aways.
No customer contact details.
Has the Sales Rep actually watched your film and can they answer questions about you and your production company?
Is the Sales Rep actually at the booth or is it sometimes unmanned?
No video stream of the sales booth. How do you know what is happening there?
Many times not even a proper sales booth with partitions - just a table or a booth share in a less frequented area.
No playing of your trailer.
Customized experience – not available. if you want to provide extra sales sheets, t-shirts, promo items, food or drink you are out of luck.
Cannes screenings – Not available. If you wish to arrange screenings for your film at the Cannes Theatres, you must arrange for them yourself.
High Value Advertising - Not available. Signposting, Cannes Marketing Bag, Daily Screening Program, Cannes Market News, The Funds Book, The Pocket Guide, The Producers Guide, and Media Packages you must arrange for them yourself.
Ask for a LINE ITEM INVOICE of what you are receiving for your payment and their 25% FOREVER piece of your property. Do they really deserve that?
American Cinema
$5,900
$5,900 plus 5% of Sales in the 1st 90 Days.
Any sales that happen after 90 Days - Zero Commission. You maintain ownership of your film.
Your film is one of only 4 - 5 Films.
Your film is actively promoted inside and outside the sales booth.
You have total control over who obtains your screeners.
You have more control over the types of films you are associated with. Note the genres we do NOT represent.
Your in-the-booth display includes large posters and Press Kit Still Photos that you provide.
In-the-booth screening on a 65" HD Television on a comfortable arm chair. Your film will be shown on request to prospective buyers according to their requirements.
Sales sheet and screener DVD give-aways that you provide.
Customer contact details for everyone receiving a screener DVD.
The Sales Rep actually watched your film and can answer questions about you and your production company.
The sales booth is always manned and video monitored.
Restream® Video stream of the sales booth so that the film owners can observe the Cannes marketplace and who visits the booth and your film availability can be seen by Youtube®, Twitch®, Facebook®, Instagram® and LinkedIn® viewers. You can also link to your Video On Demand provider as well as your website to sell your Logo Merchandise or advertise your next project.
Over-sized sales booth partitioned for privacy. Not a booth share or table share or a table in the basement.
Your trailer is played alternately on a screen in the front of the booth throughout the 7 days of the show.
Get the exposure your film deserves and get the customers that your film needs. You need the Cannes logo in your film along with the other logos displaying the film festivals you were entered in. Or maybe you only need Cannes.
Customized experience – if you want to provide extra sales sheets, t-shirts, models wearing your t-shirts, promo items, video footage of clients screening your film, booth still photos of your film being displayed, food or drink, arrangements can be made. Additional costs and booking deadlines are involved. Please inquire.
Cannes screenings – If you wish to arrange screenings for your film at the Cannes Theatres, arrangements can be made. If you wish to serve drinks during your screening, arrangements can be made. Additional costs and booking deadlines are involved. Please inquire. You need at least one screening to appear in the magazines.
High Value Advertising - Signposting, Cannes Marketing Bag, Daily Screening Program, Cannes Market News, The Funds Book, The Pocket Guide, The Producers Guide, and Media Packages are available. Additional costs and booking deadlines are involved. Please inquire.
Youtube®, Twitch®, Facebook®, Instagram® and LinkedIn® video streams allows the world to see your video being displayed at Cannes and you can replay it to the world for years to come. You were there. Your competition was nowhere to be seen.
Do It Yourself
$29,775
$29,775 (2 People) - Higher if more people are required - Cannes is EXPENSIVE - Booths are VERY EXPENSIVE - You keep all revenue. When will you arrive? Where will you stay? How will you ship your equipment ? What if something goes wrong ? You have never been to Cannes. We have.
Your film is the only one available. Many buyers do not want single films and they may not be sure if you can submit a full package of deliverables.
Your film is actively promoted inside the sales booth by you. Your assistant must promote your film outside the booth.
You have control over who obtains your screeners. You must sales pitch every visitor to your booth over the 11 days of the show. You must give away a DVD or they will forget you in 5 minutes. Downloads won't make it.
You have control over the types of films you are associated with because it is only your film on display.
Your in-the-booth display can include large posters and press kit still photos that you must create, ship and install.
In-the-booth screening on a 65" HD Television - You will have to arrange and pay for this yourself when arriving in Cannes (over $4000).
Sales sheet, post card and logo merchandise that you ship with you and distribute.
Customer contact details for everyone receiving a screener DVD.
You can talk about you and your production company, but you had better give away a "free toy" in addition to the screener. T-Shirts are the best and are never forgotten. Pens are lost and forgotten.
The sales booth is always manned by you or your assistant. Wear VERY comfortable shoes. To avoid the traffic be on the road by 6 am. Days are 10-12 hours long. Bring your own food or add $1000 to your budget for the 14 days.
Video Stream allows the world to see your video being displayed at Cannes - You must buy a camera, lighting, video encoder and pay for the high speed internet connection yourself.
Full sized sales booth, booth share or table share, in a main area, a hallway or the basement, whatever you can afford. Download the Cannes Exhibit Kit and see what they are going to hit you for.