The international sales window for film and TV moves to Berlin from 10 to 16 February. European Film Market EFM 2027 takes place during those days in a professional setting that concentrates buyers, agents and distribution companies.
Dates and venue for European Film Market EFM 2027
The market runs from 10 to 16 February with events at Martin-Gropius-Bau in Berlin. The venue supports meetings and screenings in nearby facilities, typical conditions for rights negotiation and catalogue showcases.
Types of companies and professionals attending
This market focuses on audiovisual rights distribution, aimed at film and television professionals. Attending parties typically include buyers for cinemas and platforms, sales agents, territorial distributors, producers seeking coproduction and channel representatives. For B2B prospecting it is essential to frame discussions around territories, windows and licensing formats.
Prospecting tactics to use in Berlin
Schedule meetings with clear targets. Prioritize contacts and tailor messages for buyers, agents and coproduction partners. Lead with a technical sheet, a rights catalogue by territory and secure screener links. Keep materials concise; a compact synopsis and a one pager with licensing terms streamline initial decisions.
In meetings set explicit deliverables and timelines: availability date for materials, included promotional assets and clearance status. Follow up with a summary email and a timeline for next steps. Tag contacts in your CRM by territory and exploitation window for segmented follow-up.
Practical prep for exhibitors and buyers
Organize screeners for mobile access and password protection. Maintain lists of available rights and editable contract templates. Favor downloadable materials over large printed packs to facilitate post-event review.
Optimize your schedule with daily meeting blocks and time reserved for viewings. For large catalogues prepare thematic pitch bundles such as European drama, documentary and short-form series for quick presentations.
Closing note and official link
Rights negotiations remain driven by territory and window clarity; teams that arrive with contract-ready materials and a follow-up plan accelerate commercial decisions. Visit the official market site at https://www.efm-berlinale.de for registration and logistical details and align your commercial dossier with the screening formats used at the market.
European Film Market EFM 2027 will reward preparedness and precise follow-up in Berlin.
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