Five days into The 2012 Cannes Film Festival the excitement and buzz of the opening day has now focused on business. This leaves the contest wide open for anyone to bring home the big prize, and at ÉCU, we know it’s going to be one hell of a competition! Stay tuned for the rest of the Festival, there are still many incredible films yet presented, filled with much cinematic talent from all over the world!

The official line-up of the main category, ‘In Competition,’…

Stories are created every day, imagined or real, and the world is in need of a good story. Character-driven, plot-driven, or just plain driven, ÉCU - The European Independent Film Festival continually searches for the most talented storytellers and cinematic visionaries that make their stories a reality.

Through this dedicated quest and passion for independent cinema, ÉCU prides itself on being one of Europe’s essential events for independent films. This stems from…

So you’re attending the 2012 Cannes Film Festival, but what else is interesting off the red carpet? While Cannes is mainly appraised for its highly esteemed film festival, there is much more to be discovered in this trendy and posh French town.

As an attendee of the Festival, it is very likely you will take stroll along the famous Boulevard de la Croisette. This…

Take a virtual seat for the 65th Cannes Film Festival a live stream event from the Majestic Hotel! 

Join us from any remote location or even your very own living room - as we film live via online live streaming - for an exclusive Screen International insider's perspective and behind-the-scenes,…

The countdown has started, only five days to go until an event with one of the biggest media coverage in the world begins. The 2012 Cannes International Film Festival will commence May 16^th, and conclude on May 27^t. Our team from ÉCU will be there bringing our independent flavour, so be sure not to miss this prestigious annual event.

The Cannes Film festival is…