SAVE THE DATE
14 February 2026

State of European Film Vol. 3 + CresCine Finale

The CresCine project is thrilled to invite you to the CresCine Closing Summit: State of European Film 2026+ at Martin Gropius Bau. Save the date for February 14, 2026, when CresCine hosts industry decision-makers, policymakers, and stakeholders at CresCine's Grand Finale at the European Film Market in Berlin.

This exclusive session, open for 100 industry leaders only, marks the official release of the third volume of our annual report, The State of European Film—delivering research-backed recommendations for leaders across production, distribution, financing, policy, and innovation sectors for key challenges and opportunities for European film in 2026 and beyond.

Why you should attend

• Be first to access the cutting-edge findings and strategic recommendations from three years of Horizon Europe-funded research focused on strengthening European film competitiveness in small markets.

• Participate in high-level industry conversations spanning production, distribution, financing, policy, and innovation—directly engaging the decision-makers shaping European film’s trajectory at the current crossroads.

• Connect with a curated mix of European leaders, consortium members, and strategic partners in an intimate Chatham House setting.

• Join our team, partners, and stakeholders for a reception celebrating the project’s conclusion.

Event Details

Date: Saturday, February 14, 2026
Time: 9:00 AM – 1:00 PM CET
Location: EFM tent, behind Martin Gropius Bau, Berlin (during the European Film Market), Niederkirchnerstraße 7, 10963 Berlin, Germany

Tentative Agenda

9:00 – Arrival & morning coffee
9:30 – Welcome remarks (CresCine consortium & European industry partners)
9:45 – 10:45 – Launch of State of European Film Vol. 3
10:45 – 12:00 – Industry dialogues
12:00 – 1:00 PM – Closing reception

Consortium