Cinéma du réel 2027 (49th Edition), Paris — Call for Documentary Films for the Competition (Closes 1 November 2026 or Earlier at 1,800 Entries)
Paris, FranceFree: the link to apply at the organiser and a reminder before the deadline.
International documentary film festival in Paris, organised by Cinéma du réel.
Benefits
Selection for the 49th Cinéma du réel, 19–27 March 2027 in Paris, competing for the Grand Prix, the Prix international and other awards. Filmmakers of selected films are expected to attend, with the festival contributing to travel and lodging. Films still in finishing on 1 November may send viewing… Read more
Eligibility
Documentary films of any length from any country, finished after 15 January 2026 and not premiered before March 2026. International films must be French premieres; French films (incl. majority French co-productions) must be world premieres. The call closes once 1,800 films are received.
Dates & details
- Deadline
- or earlier once 1,800 films are received (viewing materials until 9 November 2026 for films in finishing)
- Programme dates
- 19–27 March 2027
- Language
- French or English subtitles
Free: the link to apply at the organiser and a reminder before the deadline.