The third edition of the AFTER program, organized by ECAM Industria in Spain, is aimed at short film projects in development, providing support for emerging creators in their creative and production processes. Applications are open from December 12, 2025, to January 12, 2026, at 3:00 PM.
The program will take place over approximately one week in the first quarter of 2026, likely between late January and March. It is aimed at ECAM alumni and residents of the Madrid region, so international submissions outside this scope are not accepted.
AFTER accepts projects of any genre, including fiction, documentary, or animation, and focuses on script development, production, legal and financial guidance, as well as personalized mentorship. Participants will have the opportunity to showcase their projects at film forums and markets to enhance visibility and funding opportunities.
The required project format is exclusively short film, and selected participants will receive professional support to strengthen their projects comprehensively.
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ECAM After
The Quiet Collective ofrece retiros y residencias creativas abiertas todo el año, centradas en el desarrollo de proyectos de ficción y narrativa. Los programas permiten a los participantes trabajar en sus historias, guiones y creatividad personal en un entorno inmersivo y colaborativo. Las experiencias se realizan principalmente en Calabria, Italia, y aceptan participantes de cualquier nacionalidad.
Entre las sesiones programadas para 2026 destacan: Embodying the Character del 3 al 10 de mayo; From Script to Pitch del 24 al 31 de mayo y del 13 al 20 de septiembre; y The Creative Path del 28 de septiembre al 4 de octubre. Estos retiros no funcionan como concursos ni incluyen jurados o premios; su objetivo es ofrecer un espacio de exploración, aprendizaje y desarrollo creativo en ficción.
Los participantes trabajan individualmente en sus proyectos, aprovechando talleres, mentorías y dinámicas de grupo. La inscripción es flexible, lo que permite integrarse en cualquier periodo disponible, fomentando un flujo constante de creatividad y networking entre escritores, guionistas y artistas interesados en la narrativa y la ficción.
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From Script to Pitch
MECAS (Mercado del Cine Casi Hecho) is an annual event held within the framework of the Las Palmas de Gran Canaria International Film Festival. Its aim is to promote the internationalization of film projects in advanced postproduction stages or with a first cut, facilitating contact between filmmakers and industry professionals.
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MECAS (Mercado del cine casi hecho)
MECAS (Cine por Hacer) is a section of the Mercado del Cine Casi Hecho, an annual event held at the Las Palmas de Gran Canaria International Film Festival. It is aimed at film projects in the development stage, supporting emerging filmmakers from Europe and Latin America in securing financing and establishing professional connections. The goal is to promote independent cinema through mentoring, industry meetings, and awards that help bring projects to completion.
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MECAS (Cine por hacer)
The Pitch Guadalajara – Fantastic Genre is a call for Ibero-American feature film projects in development, with a running time over 70 minutes, focusing on horror, fantasy, and science fiction. The program aims to connect filmmakers with industry professionals through panel presentations and one-on-one meetings, fostering opportunities for funding and co-production.
Applications are open from January 12 to February 13, 2026, and selected projects will participate during the Guadalajara International Film Festival, taking place from April 17 to April 25, 2026, in Guadalajara, Mexico. The initiative seeks to promote the visibility of emerging talent in fantastic cinema and create a professional and creative exchange environment within Ibero-America.
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PITCH GUADALAJARA - FICG
