The VS Fantastic! 2025 call is part of Ventana Sur, the leading audiovisual market in Latin America, and focuses on fantasy genre films, including horror, science fiction, fantasy, and hybrid subgenres. The 2025 edition offers two tracks: FANTASTIC! LAB, for projects in development to pitch to industry professionals, and FANTASTIC! SCREENINGS, for feature films in post-production or ready for premiere.
The event will take place from December 1 to 5, 2025 in Buenos Aires, Argentina. Submission deadlines are September 5, 2025, for the LAB, and September 22, 2025, for Screenings. The call is primarily aimed at Ibero-American projects, though submissions from other nationalities within the international audiovisual industry are also considered.
Only feature films are accepted; short films or series are not eligible. VS Fantastic! provides a key opportunity for fantasy filmmakers and producers seeking development, visibility, and connections with international industry professionals.
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FANTASTIC! – VENTANA SUR
Sony Pictures presents an innovative initiative aimed at discovering fiction series projects that address stories related to diversity and inclusion. We are looking for narratives that celebrate diversity, promote inclusion, and resonate in the Latin audiovisual market. This program represents a boost for these stories and an opportunity for new talents in the industry, who will benefit from a six-month learning process.
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PITCH - Sony Pictures Television
The VS – CORTOS 2025 call is a section of the Ventana Sur market dedicated to Latin American short films in advanced post‑production or finalized with a world premiere available. The submission deadline is September 15, 2025, and the market takes place from December 1 to 5, 2025 in Buenos Aires, Argentina. Eligible films must be up to 29 minutes long and originate from Latin America or majority Latin American co‑productions, meaning international submissions are accepted within that regional scope. Projects must be un‑premiered (no prior public screenings) and without confirmed sales agents, and at least one representative must be available to attend in person. The call accepts all film genres in the short film format and forms part of a professional audiovisual market, offering mentorships, curated screenings, business meetings, and networking to help position shorts internationally. Selected films will be announced in late October 2025 and must deliver final screening materials by November 14, 2025.
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Short Films – VENTANA SUR
Ventana Sur Series 2025 is an audiovisual market dedicated to fiction and non-fiction series projects in advanced stages of development. It will take place from December 1 to 5, 2025, in Buenos Aires, Argentina, and is open to Latin American projects and co-productions with regional companies. The application period was from August 18 to September 25, 2025.
Selected participants present their projects to executives, distributors, and industry agents, taking part in one-on-one meetings, workshops, panels, and networking sessions. This enhances international visibility and creates opportunities for financing, distribution, and co-production. The platform provides strategic guidance, access to key contacts, and potential commercial partnerships.
Although no direct monetary prizes are awarded, Ventana Sur Series serves as a professional accelerator, connecting projects with industry decision-makers and promoting their development and international reach. Participation provides practical market experience, exposure to the industry, and concrete opportunities to grow and consolidate the series.
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Series – VENTANA SUR
The American Film Market (AFM) 2025 will take place from November 11 to 16 in Los Angeles, California. It is one of the most important independent film markets globally, where distribution, financing, and promotion deals worth billions of dollars are made.
The event gathers producers, distributors, buyers, and industry professionals to present projects, network, and participate in specialized conferences and panels. Key activities include the Pitch Conference, where filmmakers can present projects through a two-minute video, and support programs for film sales companies.
The call is open to film professionals interested in showcasing, financing, or selling cinematic projects. It provides an opportunity to expand networks, gain international visibility, and understand trends in the independent film market. Participation enables strategic connections with key global industry players and access to practical insights on film production, distribution, and marketing.
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American Film Market
