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At Showcase Investments, we don’t just attend top-tier entertainment and film-focused events — we host them!

This page will be regularly updated with highlights from past events and announcements of upcoming opportunities.

Future Events

The Production Finance Market (PFM)

  • When & Where: A two-day event during the BFI London Film Festival, next held 7–8 October 2025 at The Thistle, Marble Arch, London
  • One-to-One 'Speed-Dating' Pitch Meetings: Producers get ~20-minute sessions with financiers, enabling high-impact networking and investment discussions
  • Two Strands:
  • Main Market: For feature films (including animation) from established producers with budgets over €1 million (no budget cap for documentaries).
  • New Talent Strand: Designed for first or second-time filmmakers, with added pitch training and mentorship
  • Scale & Reach: In 2024, ~61 projects were presented (€290 million aggregate budget), with about 190+ attendees and 862 meetings from over a dozen countries
  • Keynotes & Panels: Features keynote speeches from industry leaders (e.g., Saffery LLP, Sony Classics execs), case studies, plus insights into new UK indie film tax credits and global co‑financing alliances

BFI London Film Festival

  • When & Where: October annually, across multiple venues in London.
  • What to Expect:
  • Over 200 films, including international premieres and UK debuts — across fiction, documentary, animation, and experimental.
  • Gala screenings, red carpet events, and Q&As with high-profile filmmakers.
  • Public and industry-focused programming, including talks, masterclasses, and networking events.
  • A strong focus on diversity, innovation, and emerging British talent.
  • The Production Finance Market (PFM) runs alongside, attracting international co-production interest.

British Films Market

  • This is not a standard, standalone market like EFM or Cannes Marché; the term is often used loosely to refer to the UK's presence at international markets or to describe regional initiatives like the Birmingham Film & TV Market.
  • When & Where: 10th-12th October, 7 Bell Yard, London WC2A 2JR
  • What to Expect (if referencing UK-focused markets generally):
  • UK film agencies, producers, and sales companies showcasing British content at international markets.
  • BFI, BBC Film, and regional screen agencies promoting co-productions and local funding initiatives.
  • Emphasis on tax relief, talent development, and the UK as a filming destination.
  • May include regional markets (e.g., Birmingham Film & TV Market or smaller BFI-supported showcases).

Birmingham Film Festival

  • When and where: 14–23 November at Millennium Point, Curzon Street, Birmingham, UK.
  • 200+ film screenings across features, shorts, documentaries, music videos, animations and TV pilots at Millennium Point.
  • Gala Awards Ceremony celebrating excellence in multiple categories, judged by an expert Grand Jury.
  • Q&A sessions and panel talks with filmmakers, actors and producers for behind-the-scenes insights.
  • Workshops and seminars covering topics like screenwriting, pitching and filmmaking skills.
  • Networking events such as mixers, student nights and the Producer’s Forum to connect with peers and industry professionals.
  • Sales List opportunities for filmmakers to showcase work to distributors and sales agents.
  • Industry exposure with producers, press and film schools in attendance.

Cannes Film Festival Boat Reception

Showcase Investments Returns to Cannes. Join Us Aboard the Lady Jersey Yacht.

Showcase Investments is touching down in Cannes once again this year but this year we are docking up right by the action, and we can’t wait to connect with you!

We’re excited to announce a series of exclusive networking and social events taking place after the festival aboard the luxurious Lady Jersey Yacht. This is a unique opportunity to experience the magic of Cannes at night, with panoramic views from a private yacht, all while enjoying complimentary food and drinks.

Here’s what’s on offer:

  • The magic of Cannes – the largest film festival in the world
  • Witness the prestige of the red carpet events
  • Meet film producers, directors, cast & crew
  • Cocktail evening on a luxury yacht with complimentary food and drinks

Whether you’re a valued current investor or exploring the opportunity to join the Showcase family, we welcome you. However please note this is an invite-only event.


We look forward to sharing this unforgettable experience with you.


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Past Events

Unlock the Power of Film Investing An Exclusive Event That Could Transform Your Portfolio

Join us for a one-of-a-kind experience where finance meets film. This insider event offers a rare chance to explore how strategic, risk-mitigated film investments can deliver impressive returns — with real case studies showing up to 125% gains and lifetime royalties.
Why Attend?
  • Discover income replacement & retirement strategies
  • Meet film producers, directors, cast, and real investors
  • Gain exclusive insights into how profitable films are made
  • Learn how to invest with reduced risk and high return potential

Whether you’re curious or committed, this event gives you a front-row seat to the creative and financial power of the film industry.

Limited spots available — reserve yours now.

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Birmingham Film & TV Market

  • Duration & Format: Runs 24–27 June 2025, spanning four days with themed days for pitching & producing (24 Jun), writing (25 Jun), job fair (26 Jun), and the curated pitch event (27 Jun)
  • Curated Pitch Sessions: Limited to around 50 filmmakers, each team gets 5 scheduled one-to-one meetings with senior film & TV investors and distributors
  • Present Partners & Attendees: Expect reps from BBC Writers Room, BFI Global Screen Fund, Create Central, PACT, plus major content financiers like Channel 4, ITV, Sky, Lionsgate, Paramount+, STUDIOCANAL and more
  • Seminars & Workshops: Includes EXPO seminars, workshops, networking opportunities, a writers’ day, job fair and producing/pitching clinics
  • Regional Development Focus: Showcases Birmingham’s emergence as a production hub, leveraging Digbeth Loc Studios, local tax incentives, and its growing film infrastructure

Cannes Film Festival

  • When & Where: 13th-24th May, Palais des Festivals et des Congrès, 1 Bd de la Croisette, Cannes, France
  • What to Expect:
  • The world’s most prestigious film festival, known for the Palme d'Or and A-list premieres.
  • Marché du Film: The largest film market globally, running in parallel — over 12,500 industry delegates.
  • International pavilions, industry panels, and project pitching forums like Cannes Docs and Producers Network.
  • Networking between sales agents, distributors, financiers, and content creators.
  • A focus on both art-house and commercial cinema, with global deals often secured here.

European Film Market

  • When & Where: February annually, during the Berlin International Film Festival (Berlinale).
  • What to Expect:
  • Over 10,000 participants from 130+ countries.
  • A key early-year market for selling, buying, and financing films.
  • Project showcases like Berlinale Co-Production Market, Berlinale Series Market, and DocSalon.
  • Focus on international collaboration with a strong European industry presence.
  • A blend of commercial and arthouse content, with a reputation for launching politically and socially engaged cinema.
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