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La Cinef
Cannes, France
- Submission deadline
- 13 March 2026
- Entry fee
- from EUR 75
- Premiere
- International premiere required
- Formats accepted
- Shorts, Features, Animation
- Next edition
- 2026
Last verified 1 October 2026
About La Cinef
La Cinef is part of the 79th edition of the prestigious International Film Festival held annually in Cannes, France.
La Cinef submission FAQ
When is the La Cinef submission deadline?
The main submission deadline for La Cinef is around 13 March 2026. Confirmed for the current edition.
How much does it cost to submit to La Cinef?
Submitting to La Cinef costs from EUR 75 as a rough guide. Entry fees usually rise closer to the deadline and vary by category.
Does La Cinef require a premiere?
International premiere required. Protect your premiere status before you submit, as it is a one-time resource.
Where is La Cinef held?
La Cinef takes place in Cannes, France.
Is La Cinef a scam, or is it legitimate?
La Cinef is a legitimate, established film festival: it is listed in FilmRun's curated, human-vetted festival database, which deliberately excludes known scam festivals and certificate mills; it ranks among the upper tiers of the festival circuit. As with any festival, confirm the current deadline and fee on the official site before you pay.
Is La Cinef right for your film?
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