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French Films Forge Nordic Co-Production Path
4 Aug
Summary
- French and Nordic film industries unite for co-productions.
- Four French films will be pitched at the Nordic Co-Production Market.
- Event aims to boost collaboration and creative exchange.
Haugesund, Norway will host the inaugural French Focus, a new initiative at the Nordic Co-Production Market designed to strengthen ties between French and Nordic film industries. The event, scheduled for August 25-28, 2026, will feature a pitching session on August 26, where four French films in development will be presented.
Among these selections are two projects from producer Les Valseurs: 'Borderline,' a feature spin-off of an Oscar-nominated short, and 'All the Softness in the World,' an ambitious animation. Other highlighted films include the creative documentary 'Boutès' and 'Temporary Lives,' a debut from a Syrian-Norwegian filmmaker.
The French Focus extends beyond pitching, including a panel on co-production opportunities and a case study on Morten Tyldum's 'Ibelin.' This collaboration aims to capitalize on the high artistic quality of French cinema and the emerging international presence of Nordic filmmaking.
Organizers emphasize that this partnership will foster creative exchange, benefiting from France's robust film ecosystem and the Nordics' distinctive storytelling. The initiative is expected to lead to significant co-productions, supported by various funding bodies and distribution advantages.
