ANNOUNCEMENT
The 7th edition of DOT.ON.THE.MAP INDUSTRY DAYS
announces PROGRAMME OF EVENTS
-exclusively for accredited film industry professionals-
In the framework of the
24th Cyprus Film Days International Festival 2026
Dot.on.the.Map Ιndustry Days, the co-production, training and networking platform for film industry professionals of the 24th Cyprus Film Days IF, will hold its 7th edition in Limassol, Cyprus (23 – 25 April, 2026). Τhe CFD IF is an institutional event of the Cyprus Deputy Ministry of Culture, organised by the Department of Contemporary Culture and the Rialto Theatre.
During the 3-day event, producers, directors and screenwriters from the Mediterranean region, will pitch their feature length fiction film projects to members of the international film industry, in Cyprus. Dot.on.the.Map Industry Days provides an excellent opportunity to network with industry professionals from across Europe, and the MENA region, to explore co-production and distribution opportunities, to discuss new projects in development, and pursue cross border collaborations.
For the accreditation benefits and requests, please visit: https://www.cyprusfilmdays.com/industry/dot-accreditations/
Deadline to request accreditations: Wednesday, 15 April 2026
PROGRAMME OF EVENTS
With an aim to provide educational and networking opportunities for film professionals, Dot.on.the.Map Ιndustry Days presents CINEMA TALKS - a series of events, panel discussions, and inspirational talks intended exclusively for accredited industry professionals. All the events of Dot.on.the.Map Ιndustry Days will take place at the Rialto Theatre, in Limassol.
Friday, 24 April, 2026
10:30 Pitching Session
Dot.on.the.Map will officially launch its activities on Friday, 24 April, 2026 at 10:30a.m. with the pitching session at the Rialto Theatre. Ten teams of producers - directors with projects originating from countries of the Mediterranean region will pitch their feature length fiction film projects within the Dot.on.the.Map Meeting Point co-production forum, to representatives of the international film industry. Following group works and individual meetings, the filmmakers will take steps towards forming future collaborations with other filmmakers, international producers, financiers, sales agents, broadcasters, distributors, festival and film fund representatives. The Dot.on.the.Map Meeting Point co-production forum is implemented in partnership with Agora, Thessaloniki International Film Festival. The pitching session will be moderated by film development expert and trainer Marjorie Bendeck.
14:15 INFO SESSION Cyprus Minority Co-Productions Scheme
Presented by Dr Marios Psaras, Cultural Officer, Cyprus Cinema Office, Department of Contemporary Culture - Deputy Ministry of Culture
14:45 INFO SESSION Co-producing with Bulgaria
Presented by Peter D. Todorov, Executive Director, Executive Agency, Bulgarian National Film Centre
Join Executive Director Peter D. Todorov to find out more about opportunities for international co-production supported by the Bulgarian National Film Centre. In addition to detailing eligibility criteria and process for international co-production applications, an overview of the available funding opportunities and tax credit incentives will be presented.
15:45 PANEL DISCUSSION Screenwriting training labs: an essential step in the creative process
This panel will showcase three of the most prominent European screenwriting labs designed to help filmmakers and writers advance their film projects and scripts. Keynote speakers will discuss the pivotal role of labs in the development and
scriptwriting process, provide insights on selection criteria, and discuss how this training and feedback can be organically implemented in the collaborative creative process.
Moderated by Stavros Pamballis, Writer – Director, Head of Development Faliro House.
On the panel:
- Soňa Morgenthalová, Programme Coordinator, Midpoint Institute, Czech Republic
- Carolina Demopoulos, Manager of Screenwriters and Episodic programmes, Oxbelly, Greece
- Angelica Cantisani, Programmes Coordinator, Torino Film Lab, Italy
Saturday, 25 April, 2026
10:00 PANEL DISCUSSION Book-to-Screen: Best practices for Literary Film Adaptations
Organised in partnership with Frankfurter Buchmesse, this panel will bring together leading producers and an acclaimed screenwriter to discuss best practices and success stories in literary film adaptations. Speakers will share their personal book-to-screen experiences and discuss the creative opportunities and challenges involved in adapting literature for cinema.
Moderated by Niki Théron, Senior Manager International Projects & Film, Frankfurter Buchmesse, Germany
On the panel:
- Amanda Livanou, CEO – Producer, Neda Film, Greece
- Claire Willats, Producer, Two Mag Pies Entertainment, U.K.
- Christina Lazaridi, Screenwriter, Screenwriting Professor, Columbia University Graduate Film Division, Greece – U.S.A.
11:00 TALK Why do we need the European Film Academy?
Presented by Matthijs Wouter Knol, CEO and Director, European Film Academy
Time has never been as much in favour for the European Film Academy as now: European audiences are discovering an interest in European culture, and there’s a momentum for European cinema. With a history of almost 39 years, the European Film Academy has built up a network of partners and is involved in many elements of European film culture. How can we build a better infrastructure for European cinema in the upcoming decade that works for everybody who loves and works in European film?
12:00 INFO SESSION Creative Europe MEDIA Calls, Creative Europe Desk Cyprus
Presented by Nenad Bogdanovic, Planning & Development Coordinator, Organisation for European Programmes & Cultural Relations, and Head of Desks/ National Contact Points for the programmes Creative Europe, CERV and New European Bauhaus.
The event will be held in the English language. For more information, please email dotonthemap@cyprusfilmdays.com or visit dot.cyprusfilmdays.com
Accreditation Process
Ready to discuss co-production and distribution opportunities, meet new projects in development, and network with film professionals from across Europe, the Middle East, and North Africa? Register for an accreditation for the 7th Dot.on.the.Map Industry Days 2026 (23– 25 April, 2026, Limassol, Cyprus).
The accreditation for Dot.on.the.Map Industry Days is intended exclusively for film professionals who are actively developing, producing and promoting audiovisual works for the film industry (producers, directors, scriptwriters, sales agents, distributors, buyers, festival representatives, film funds and institutions, TV channel and platform representatives). For more information please click here.
DEADLINE TO REQUEST ACCREDITATION
Please request your accreditation through the following link by Wednesday, 15 April, 2026 http://access.cyprusfilmdays.com
In support to the local film community the organisers offer FREE accreditations to all film professionals based and actively working in the film industry in the Republic of Cyprus. The accreditation fee for international professionals is €50. Only Market Badge holders will have access to Dot.on.the.Map Industry Days activities & events.
ORGANISERS:
Cyprus Deputy Ministry of Culture - Department of Contemporary Culture
Rialto Theatre
In Partnership with: CIPA Film in Cyprus
Major Sponsors: Copper Island, APC Audit Tax Advisory Ltd, Green Olive, Digital Tree
Under the Auspices: Municipality of Limassol
Co-organisers: Organisation for European Programmes & Cultural Relations, Creative Europe Desk & CERV & New European Bauhaus Contact Point Cyprus, Creative Europe ΜΕDIA Desk Greece
Partners: Directors Guild of Cyprus, Hellenic Film and Audiovisual Center (EKKOMED), Thessaloniki International Film Festival, Frankfurter Buchmesse, Coprocity
Award Sponsor: P.S. Movies & Stories
Hospitality Sponsor: Alinea
Technical Partner: EventPro
Supporters: German Embassy, French Institut, LOEL
