Insight
11th May 2026
How the search for new talent has changed over three decades
As the deadline for 2026's shots-supported Young Director Award approaches this week, we speak to some of the event's main sponsors, each of whom sits at the head of a successful production company, about why the search for new talent has changed, but how the goal has remained the same.
News
16th Jan 2026
Young Director Award announces 2026 jury chair
The YDA has announced the Jury Chairperson for this year's event, which sees work created by talented young filmmakers from across the world recognised and awarded at a gala screening in Cannes.