"JAPAN PITCH" Event Report: Japanese Film Creators Take on the World! Pitch Event Held at the 79th Cannes International Film Festival

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  • "JAPAN PITCH" Event Report: Japanese Film Creators Take on the World! Pitch Event Held at the 79th Cannes International Film Festival
  • The accelerator program "ATMOVIE GLOBAL TRACK," organized by Atmovie Inc., held a pitch event "JAPAN PITCH" at the market of the 79th Cannes International Film Festival. Five selected fellows presented their projects entirely in English, aiming for international co-productions.
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  • Date: June 4, 2026

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The accelerator program "ATMOVIE GLOBAL TRACK," organized by Atmovie Inc., held a pitch event "JAPAN PITCH" at the market of the 79th Cannes International Film Festival. Five selected fellows presented their projects entirely in English, aiming for international co-productions.

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The accelerator program "ATMOVIE GLOBAL TRACK," organized by Atmovie Inc., held a pitch event "JAPAN PITCH" at the market of the 79th Cannes International Film Festival. Five selected fellows presented their projects entirely in English, aiming for international co-productions.
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The accelerator program "ATMOVIE GLOBAL TRACK" (organized by Atmovie Inc., subsidized by the Japan Creator Support Fund), which aims to propel Japanese film creators onto the stage of international co-production, held a pitch event "JAPAN PITCH" on Saturday, May 16, 2026, at the Japan Pavilion within the film market "Marché du Film" held alongside the 79th Cannes International Film Festival. On the day, film producers and industry professionals from around the world gathered, and a passionate presentation followed by a networking reception took place. This report details the event and the future prospects of the program. ■ Passionate Pitches Aimed at the Global Film Market: Five Selected Fellows Take the Stage At this "JAPAN PITCH," the following five fellows, selected through a rigorous screening process from the 14 fellows of ATMOVIE GLOBAL TRACK (*1), took the stage to represent the program. Soji Arai ('Their Own Sake'), Miumi Sadatani ('Almost Goodbye'), Tomomi Furuyama ('My Missing Half'), Sachiko Miyase ('Portrait of Absence'), Shun Seki ('Her Voice') (*2) *1: For details on this accelerator program, please refer to the press release published on December 3, 2025, titled "Launching the Special Program 'ATMOVIE GLOBAL TRACK' Aimed at Fostering Global Producers for International Co-productions." *2: For details on the selected fellows, please visit the official ATMOVIE GLOBAL TRACK website. This year also presented a valuable opportunity as Japan was the Country of Honour at the Marché du Film, drawing many industry professionals with a high interest in Japanese film creators to the Japan Pavilion. The selected fellows delivered their pitches entirely in English for projects currently under development for international co-production, and through interactions with visitors, the event became a platform to feel the potential for international co-productions. ■ Special Sessions Also Realized at the India (BHARAT) Pavilion and Afro Cannes Beyond the Japan Pavilion, valuable opportunities for special sessions were realized at the "BHARAT Pavilion" of India, known as a film powerhouse, and at "Afro Cannes," an event connecting African film professionals globally. Image: Scene after the pitch at the India (BHARAT) Pavilion These special sessions fostered connections for the selected fellows towards international co-productions, and also served as a significant step in expanding the global recognition of this program and opening up possibilities for new partnerships with like-minded organizations. Image: Scene of the special pitch at "Afro Cannes" ■ The "Sense of Accomplishment" Gained by the Selected Fellows in Cannes Through their participation in the 79th Cannes International Film Festival, the five selected fellows gained strong confidence that "their original projects can reach the world." In the exchanges following the pitches and special sessions, they received specific feedback on their projects and had opportunities to forge new connections with overseas producers and creators. Some fellows have already begun concrete approaches based on these connections, expanding the possibilities for international co-productions and moving forward. Furthermore, meeting global filmmakers who forge their paths with overwhelming passion provided an opportunity for them to deeply question themselves again, "Why do I want to work with them internationally, now?" Their mindset underwent a significant change. A strong producer mindset of "not waiting, but taking action to seize opportunities" was born, and they are taking steps towards the world. ■ Organizer's Comment Yuu Moriya, Representative Director of Atmovie Inc. / Chief Producer of ATMOVIE GLOBAL TRACK Through this pitch in Cannes, I was once again convinced of the high potential of Japanese creators and the strong global interest in international co-productions. The goal of ATMOVIE GLOBAL TRACK is not just to hold pitches, but to complete works that truly reach the world and connect them to theaters and global distribution. We will continue to provide support from both practical and developmental aspects, aiming for the creation of works through international co-productions and the emergence of fellows who will thrive on the world's front lines. ■ Future Prospects ATMOVIE GLOBAL TRACK aims not to let this "JAPAN PITCH" be a one-off presentation opportunity, but to strengthen the provision of opportunities for holding events at various international film festivals and for broad learning towards the realization of international co-productions for the fellows. Specifically, it is looking at the following steps: ・Support for matching with overseas film professionals and project realization We will scrutinize the feedback received from domestic and international producers and creators involved in the film industry in Cannes, and continue practical support towards concrete co-development. ・Deepening projects with an eye on the international market Aiming for project quality that can reach the global market, we will invite diverse mentors from Japan and abroad and continue to create opportunities for further refinement. ・Expansion to the next international film festivals and markets Following the Cannes International Film Festival, we will continuously approach major global film markets and pitch events, such as the Busan International Film Festival to be held in October 2026, to further enhance the global presence of Japanese film creators. ◼︎ Saturday, May 16, 2026: ATMOVIE GLOBAL TRACK "JAPAN PITCH" Event Overview Event Name: ATMOVIE GLOBAL TRACK "JAPAN PITCH" Venue: Japan Pavilion, Marché du Film, 79th Cannes International Film Festival Speakers: Yuu Moriya, Chief Producer of ATMOVIE GLOBAL TRACK; Selected Fellows: Soji Arai ('Their Own Sake'), Miumi Sadatani ('Almost Goodbye'), Tomomi Furuyama ('My Missing Half'), Sachiko Miyase ('Portrait of Absence'), Shun Seki ('Her Voice') Number of Attendees: 170 URL: https://global-track.net/ja Organizer: Atmovie Inc. Subsidized by: Japan Creator Support Fund ◼︎ About ATMOVIE GLOBAL TRACK ATMOVIE GLOBAL TRACK is a program that challenges Japanese creators to engage in international co-productions, aiming to foster the next generation of global producers.

FAQ

How many people attended JAPAN PITCH?

170 film producers and industry professionals attended.

What is the purpose of ATMOVIE GLOBAL TRACK?

To propel Japanese film creators onto the stage of international co-production and complete works that can reach the world.

What are the next event plans?

Participation in the Busan International Film Festival scheduled for October 2026 is planned.

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