Directors Village 2026

Location
Heerlen and Maastricht, the Netherlands

Open to
Emerging director-writers developing a short fiction film. Applicants from Denmark, Germany, the Netherlands, Scotland, Norway, Sweden, and Ireland may apply via Screen Talent Europe partners. One independent international applicant will also be selected.

Application Fee
€1000 excl. VAT (21%) for independent applicants. Sponsored applicants via Screen Talent Europe partners participate free of charge.

What’s Provided
5-day on-site residency with expert-led workshops, mentoring, and networking opportunities during the Euregion Film Forum 2026. The program includes accommodation, catering, and access to screenings and events.

What the Artist/Applicant Must Cover
Independent participants cover the €1000 fee plus travel expenses. Sponsored participants may have travel partially or fully covered by their local partner.

Duration
March 18–22, 2026

Deadline
Monday, December 1, 2025, at 12:00 pm

Additional Notes
Residency held in English. Organized by CineSud in collaboration with Screen Talent Europe partners. Coaches include Sofia Norlin (Sweden), Martin Strange-Hansen (Denmark), and Janneke van Heesch (Netherlands).