Irish Film at the Marché du Film 2020
Posted: 17th June 2020
The online Cannes Marché du Film launches today, from Monday 22nd to Friday 26th June. It was announced in April that the market would become a standalone online market created to support international film industry professionals.
The online market is intended to mimic the market experience in Cannes, with live and real-time meetings. It offers creative alternatives to facilitate business and networking for film industry professionals from all over the world, including:
- Virtual booths for Sales agents
- Virtual pavilions for Institutions
- Video Meetings
- Online Screenings
- Programs & Conferences
Through the Pavilion, Screen Ireland continues its commitment to promoting Irish films selling in the market, new Irish titles coming to market, Ireland as a film location and the Section 481 tax incentive.
Connect with the Irish film industry at the online Marché du Film 2020 at our digital pavilion here.
- For information on filming in Ireland, our locations brochure is available for download here
- To find out about the Irish tax credit, Section 481, click here
- You can find more information about official European co-production here
Screening at Marché du Film 2020
Rose Plays Julie
On tracking down her biological parents Rose uncovers more than she bargained for as long-suppressed secrets explode with devastating consequences.
- Directors Christine Molloy and Joe Lawlor
- Production Company Samson Films
- Sales Agent Hyde Park International
The Racer
A support rider faces his greatest challenge during the infamous 1998 Tour de France - but will it be his last?
- Director Kieron J. Walsh
- Production Company Blinder Films
- Sales Agent Independent
Shadows
Alma and Alex, two adolescent sisters, are survivors of a catastrophic event. They live deep in the woods with their Mother, a strict, over-protective woman who has sheltered them from ominous presences, the Shadows. When they venture out of the house, they will discover the truth.
- Director Carlo Lavagna
- Production Company Feline Films
- Sales Agent Vision Distribution
The Castle
Monika’s dream to play a one in a lifetime concert is cut short by her mother. However, she stops at nothing to pursue her dream.
- Director Lina Luzyte
- Production Company Samson Films
- Sales Agent Wide
Rialto
After the death of his father, Colm’s emotional life cracks open, and his downward spiral continues when he is made redundant. Unable to confide in his wife, Colm finds himself drawn to Jay. Their sexual encounters become Colm’s only solace but this recklessness puts his family-life at risk.
- Director Peter Mackie Burns
- Production Company Cowtown Pictures
- Sales Agent The Bureau Sales
Herself
On the surface, Sandra is a young mother struggling to provide her two young daughters with a warm, safe and happy home to grow up in. Beneath the surface, she has a steely determination to change their lives for the better, and when it becomes clear that there are no other options left, she decides to build it herself from scratch.
- Director Phyllida Lloyd
- Production Company Element Pictures
- Sales Agent Cornerstone Films
OOOPs! The Adventure Continues
The young Nestrian Finny and his best mate Leah, a Grymp, accidently fall of the ark and are swept out to sea. Out on their own on a raft, they get separated by a storm. While Finny finds a whole colony of Nestrians under water, Leah lands on a beautiful island...
- Director Toby Genkel, Sean McCormack
- Production Company Moetion Films
- Sales Agent Global Screen
The Winter Lake
After making a grim discovery in a seasonal lake, a withdrawn teenager discovers the truth about his neighbours, a father and daughter harbouring sinister secrets.
- Director Phil Sheerin
- Production Company Tailored Films
- Sales Agent Epic Pictures Group