Buyers Initiatives

Our Buyers Initiatives

Be a part of our vibrant buyers community and experience the exclusive benefits of attending the Marché du Film!

You make up over than 1,500 buyers attending the Marché du Film each year!

We are proud to welcome such a diverse and active community of buyers and honored that you continue to choose us as your market of reference each year.

“Buyers are the lifeblood of the film industry!”

… as one of you underlined, and we couldn’t agree more! That’s why we are committed to strengthening our efforts to ensure you get the most out of your Marché du Film experience.

As a Certified Buyer*, you will benefit from a distinctive buyer status on your market badge, ensuring easy recognition by your peers, full integration into our buyer community, and exclusive access to tailored events and services — explore them below!

Discover Our Buyers Initiatives*

Opening Breakfast

Enjoy a friendly moment to kick off your experience at the Marché du Film – the perfect opportunity to connect with other buyers and sales agents on the Marché du Film opening day.

Buyers & Sales Afterworks

Unwind and connect! Every evening from 17:30 to 19:00 at The Lounge, Certified Buyers and sales agents can relax, network and share ideas over drinks, in a cozy setting with a stunning view of the Cannes harbor. Join us for six exclusive afterwork events in a laid-back atmosphere!

Your Personal Contact

Got any questions during the Marché du Film? Our dedicated email address for buyers offers personalized support and ensures you get all the assistance you need to make the most of your market experience.

Fast-Track Access to the Palais

Waste no time! Certified Buyers* can benefit from fast-track access to the Palais des Festivals. A special symbol on your badge will ensure a smooth and quick entry.

Unlimited Access to The Lounge**

Enjoy unlimited access to the Lounge, our dedicated space for both work and relaxation, where you can do business in a cozy setting or simply recharge (reserved for professionals with a Priority Badge only).

Priority Access & Bookings to Screenings**

Enjoy priority access to all Marché du Film screenings, with a dedicated quota for screenings in Debussy, Varda, Buñuel, and Bazin. Plus, secure priority booking for Directors’ Fortnight, Semaine de la Critique, and ACID screenings (reserved for professionals with a Priority Badge only).

Our Services for all, valued by buyers

Access Exhibiting Sales Companies

Discover sales companies from around the world among our 300 exhibitors, which are conveniently located inside the Palais des Festivals — the perfect meeting ground to reconnect and make deals in a unique and lively setting!

Access Marché du Film Online & Cinando

Access the Marché du Film Online and additional online Catch-Up Screenings, available on Cinando, following the Marché du Film.

Access 1,500 Market & Festival Screenings

Explore more than 1,500 market & festival screenings in Cannes and enjoy all the other returning benefits: higher chances of booking tickets on the Festival Ticketing website (except for gala screenings) and Catch-Up Screenings of the Official Selections.

*Services & events reserved for Certified Buyers. To become a Certified Buyer, please update your latest acquisitions and inform our Cinando team at contactus@cinando.com. Certified Buyers gain automatic access to our exclusive services and have a distinctive Buyer status on their market badge for easy recognition among peers, ensuring full inclusion in our buyers’ community.

**Only acquisition companies with a proven track record of acquisitions and strong ongoing activity in film markets may receive Priority Badges. (one or two badges per company maximum at no extra cost). Only acquisition companies meeting these criteria and already holding a Priority Badge can purchase additional ones.

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