Explore the future of cinema at the Village Innovation - Cannes Next - Marche du Film
ROE Visual will host talks, demos, and showcases
Located at the Marche du Film, the Village innovation at Cannes next brings together the industry’s most forward-thinking minds for a week of inspiration, collaboration, and discovery. As a key partner of the Village Innovation ROE Visual will host talks, demos, and showcases.
As the new home of the Marché’s innovation-driven programming, the Village Innovation will feature key activities from Cannes Next and the all-new Immersive Market — connecting the worlds of AI, virtual production, XR, and immersive storytelling.
From live demos to case studies, expect a dynamic lineup in partnership with leading tech companies, startups, and top-tier creatives — offering real-world insights into how innovation is reshaping the future of cinema.
Whether you’re exploring the next wave of storytelling or looking to connect with trailblazers across the tech and content space, the Village Innovation is your must-visit destination at Cannes.
Step into the next frontier of filmmaking
Cannes Next presents the Virtual Production Conference & Showcase Stage – your exclusive gateway to the next generation of film and series production.
Powered by cutting-edge leaders ROE Visual, the Institute of Immersive Media, Stype, Megapixel, and Chaos, this one-of-a-kind stage offers an immersive dive into the tools, workflows, and creative possibilities shaping tomorrow’s productions.
Be among the first in Europe — and the very first in Cannes — to explore ROE Visual’s advanced LED technology. Get hands-on with the latest virtual production solutions and workflows used by top studios and major streaming platforms. This is your chance to test drive the technology and truly understand the magic that’s transforming the screen.
Meet the innovators, and learn from the best! Our specially curated program features insightful masterclasses, interactive workshops, and one-on-one conversations with the visionary experts driving the next wave of virtual production. Discover how these tools can empower your next project — and how they’re already redefining the way stories are told.
Be sure to attend our inspiring panel sessions featuring top industry specialists.These sessions will include in-depth case studies and insights .
Key Dates: 15-20 May 2025
Access: Festival & Marché du Film badge holders
Main Venue: Village Innovation (Pantiero)
In the Heart of the Film Industry
Cannes Next is the Marché du Film’s innovation-focused platform for business, networking, and exploring the future of entertainment.
The Village Innovation is where cutting-edge technology meets world-class creativity — a vibrant program designed to spark forward-thinking partnerships and unlock new business opportunities.Through a dynamic mix of high-level conferences, expert-led masterclasses, hands-on workshops, and networking sessions, Cannes Next brings together pioneers and disruptors from across the entertainment and tech ecosystems.
Whether you’re a studio exec, a producer, a startup innovator or a creative technologist, Cannes Next offers unique opportunities to connect, collaborate and future-proof your business. Engage directly with thought leaders and changemakers at the new Village Innovation and discover what’s shaping tomorrow’s cinema!
Let’s take the Next step towards innovation in Cannes!
Meet the Team
Cannes Next provides an excellent opportunity to network and engage with the ROE Visual team and discuss the ins and outs of virtual production and other new technologies
