Film festivals and film markets are the places where film-makers, distributors and sellers gather together in one place to see films and do business.

Markets are purely about trade – they are where buyers meet sellers.

Festivals introduce two more factors into the equation: the press and the public. They have always been important platforms for discovering and increasing the profile of talent. And increasingly, they are a worldwide network where many films enjoy a series of theatrical screenings.

This section provides useful databases and links to local, national and international Festivals & Markets.

To learn more about this area we recommend you sign up to Get the Knowledge – Learning Module One deals specifically with ‘Selling Your Film’ and there is a section dedicated to Festivals & Markets. Please note: this is password protected and you need to register to access these pages.