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By Claire Leonard

Once your script is written or even your film made, the party over, and the hangover cleared you need to set about the task of getting your film seen and, hopefully, loved.  Yes, there is Cannes, but there is so much more to the French film festival scene than those 10 days in May.

Get involved in festivals and events that allow you to promote your work.  Competitions and festivals worth a look include www.scenarioaulongcourt.com and their annual Festival International des Scenaristes, held in Bourges.  Scriptwriters competition, workshops, debates and melting pot for indie creatives and filmophiles. Film festival competitions like  www.ecufilmfestival.com (obviously!), www.clermont-filmfest.com,  www.fidmarseille.org .

Visit Film France website for further information and links to film festivals. The directory at www.bellefaye.com provides an inventory of 30000 contacts in the industry and lists festivals throughout France.

Enter your script or film into competitions through www.withoutabox.com.  Sign up for free filmmaker accounts, with details of over 5000 festivals worldwide.  Secure upload and submissions of films, scripts and clips to festivals and competitions (paid service).  Find an audience through the IMDb (Internet Movie Database) and even self-distribute.  For comprehensive information on film festivals, competitions and events worldwide visit www.filmfestivals.com.

So what are you waiting for? Get your film out there.