Film USA at Cannes 2023
The Film USA pavilion is on the Pantiero side of the International Village (#200).
Come join for some incredible panels and events and meet film commissioners from:
Montana Film Office
Nevada Film Office
Oklahoma Film + Music
Film Baton Rouge (Louisiana)
Cherokee Nation Film Office (Oklahoma)
Film Columbus (Ohio)
Dallas Film & Creative Industries (Texas)
Houston Film Commission (Texas)
Tulsa Office of Film, Music, Arts & culture (Oklahoma)
Download the program HERE.
Download the panelist guide HERE.
Download the calendar HERE.
Download EP’s Free US Production Incentives Guide HERE.
17 MAY 2023
I’ve got a movie! Now what???
Date: 17/05/2023
Time: 1:00PM – 2:00PM
Description: This panel will discuss best practices and marketing for movies in the post-covid era.
Moderator: Dave DeBorde
Speakers: Ash Grayson and others.
Changing Landscape: AI, the Metaverse & ChatGPT – the Future of Film
Date: 17/05/2023
Time: 3:00PM – 4:00PM
Description: You can’t read the news or listen to a program without someone talking about the advancements of technology from Artificial Intelligence, virtual reality, the metaverse, and most recently ChatGPT. Our panel of Stage 32 experts will discuss the evolution of these storytelling mediums and how they will shape the future of the entertainment industry.
Speakers: Sami Apra, CEO of Largo Film (Switzerland), Christopher Morrison – Founder, Reality +, Richard Botto – CEO, Stage 32
Happy Hour: Come meet the U.S. Film Commissions at the Film USA Pavilion
Date: 17/05/2023
Time: 4:30PM – 6:00PM
18 MAY 2023
Authentic Stories: the Importance of Diversity & Inclusion in Film and TV
Date: 18/05/2023
Time: 12:00PM – 1:00PM
Description: Through a conversation from unique perspectives, this Stage 32 expert panel will explore the importance of representation, equity, and inclusion in film production. As well as, the impact of diverse storytelling on audiences, industry trends, and the business of filmmaking.
Speakers: Ramfis Myrthil – Producer, Thien A. Pham – Producer, 3388 Films, Andrew Vallentine – Director, Jen Loren – Producer
USA Film Commissions Tax Incentive Programs
Date: 18/05/2023
Time: 1:00PM – 2:00PM
Description: The USA Film Commissions at Cannes discuss the benefits of shooting in their regions.
Moderator: Dave DeBorde
Speakers: Tony Armer (Dallas, TX), Katie Patton Pryor (Baton Rouge, Louisiana), Danette Tull (Nevada), John Daugherty (Columbus, OH), Allison Whitmer (Montana), Jeanette Stanton (Oklahoma), Alfred Cervantes (Houston, TX), Tava Sofsky (Cherokee Film).
Canon Presents: Exciting Opportunities for Filmmakers in 2023 + Cocktail Event
Date: 18/05/2023
Time: 3:00PM – 4:00PM
Description: Netflix recently added the Canon EOS R5 C to the approved cameras list for Netflix productions, opening up a wide range of opportunities for filmmakers worldwide. Canon has been a long time favorite for filmmakers and in this exclusive panel we’ll be demystifying Canon and talk about how filmmakers have successfully used Canon products on productions. Following the panel Canon will host a cocktail event where you can meet the Canon team and filmmakers.
19 MAY 2023
Film and Tourism Panel Discussion
Date: 19/05/2023
Time: 1:00PM – 2:00PM
Description:Tourism and film are intertwined. Learn how your project can benefit.
Speakers: Doug Bourgeois (Assistant Secretary Louisiana Office of Tourism), Matt Pinnell (Lieutenant Governor of Oklahoma), Allison Whitmer (Montana Film Office), Jonathan Olsberg (Olsberg SPI), Kate Edwards (SetJetters),
Moderator: Dave DeBorde
Today’s Film Packaging, Sales/Acquisitions & Distribution Landscape
Date: 19/05/2023
Time: 3:00PM – 4:00PM
Description: As the rise of streaming services continues to impact traditional theatrical distribution deals, the art of packaging films has undergone a significant transformation. Nowadays, what makes a package attractive has evolved. It is crucial to understand who the buyers are and what their motivations will be once a film is completed. In this expert panel, you will gain insights into the current market trends, and how to position your project for success.
Speakers: Tiffany Boyle – President, Ramo Law, Viviana Zarragoitia – Financier, VP, Three Point Capital, Jack Sheehan – President, Archstone Films
Happy Hour with Talon Entertainment Finance
Date: 19/05/2023
Time: 4:30PM – 6:00PM
Description: Meet and network with Steve Demmler CEO of Talon Entertainment Finance and learn about the new film and technology fund.
20 MAY 2023
Film Finance Strategies and Methods
Date: 20/05/2023
Time: 1:00PM – 2:00PM
Description: Film financiers discuss the best ways to fund your upcoming projects.
Speakers: James Cole Jr – JASCO Group, Steve Demmler – Talon Ent. Finance, Michelle Chang – Managing Partner, Ramo Law, Josh Harris – Gramercy and Film Hedge, Ilaan Girard – OLFFI.
Moderator: Dave DeBorde
How You or Your Project Can Stand out in the International Market
Date: 20/05/2023
Time: 3:00PM – 4:00PM
Description:The global film market is as inter-connected as ever with local language content seeing massive reach to international audiences. In this Stage 32 expert panel we’ll talk about what opportunities you have internationally as a creative and what the global business landscape looks like.
Speakers: Sidney Chiu – Producer, Segolene Zimmern, Manager of International Acquisitions, Alexia Melocchi – Partner, Little Studio Films, Host of The Heart of Show Business
Hyphen Productions: Dissecting the Role of a Producer + Cocktail Event
Date: 20/05/2023
Time: 4:00PM – 6:00PM
Balancing the creative with the business. Hear from the founders behind Hyphen productions, a film and media company providing services through pre-production, production, and post production. Following the panel, Hyphen Productions will host a cocktail event where you can meet the team.
Speakers: James Cole Jr, AJ Leon, Ramfis Myrthil
21 MAY 2023
The Pitchfest
Date: 21/05/2023
Time: 1:00PM – 2:30PM
Description: – Learn pitching from industry pros and come ready to pitch your idea!
Speakers: Ramfis Mythil (Ramfis productions) Natasha Marburger (Producer), Josh Harris (Gramercy) Maxim Jago (Director), and others TBA.
Moderator: Dave DeBorde
Producing in Today’s Market: Opportunities & Challenges in 2023
Date: 21/05/2023
Time: 3:00PM – 4:00PM
Description: Presented by Stage 32
Happy Hour with Dallas, Texas
Date: 21/05/2023
Time: 4:30PM – 6:00PM
Description: Meet and network with the Dallas Film Commission. Learn about filming in the great State of Texas.
Speaker: Tony Armer, Dallas Film Commissioner
22 MAY 2023
Screenwriting: Making your Screenplay Bulletproof and Ready to Sell
Date: 22/05/2023
Time: 1:00PM – 2:00PM
Description: Strategies and practical advice to make your screenplay as good as it can possibly be.
Speaker: Dave Deborde – Screenwriter, College Professor
Happy Hour with Houston, Texas
Date: 22/05/2023
Time: 4:30PM – 6:00PM
Description: Meet and network with the Houston Film Commission. Learn about filming in the great State of Texas.
Speaker: Alfred Cervantes, Houston Film Commissioner
23 MAY 2023
Happy Hour 2 with Dallas, Texas
Date: 23/05/2023
Time: 4:30PM – 6:00PM
Description: Meet and network with the Dallas Film Commission. Learn about filming in the great State of Texas. Presented by the Longhorn Ballroom.
Speaker: Tony Armer, Dallas Film Commissioner