The full program MIPCOM Cannes 2024 has Spain in the center stage as the Country of Honor for this 40th edition. The event spotlights the nation’s booming audiovisual industry, which has seen a 50% increase in the presence of Spanish companies at the market, underscoring the country’s growing international influence.
Among the standout moments of the festival there’s a keynote speech by acclaimed Spanish director J.A. Bayona, and the world premiere of Ena. Queen Victoria Eugenia, attended by actors Kimberley Tell and Joan Amargós, alongside executive producer Luis Hernández. Additionally, a panel discuss the opportunities for co-productions in Spain, a country that has positioned itself as a key hub for global scripted series, thanks to its advanced production infrastructure and wealth of talent.
Key events also include the opening night red carpet and party at the Majestic Hotel, on Monday 21th, followed by discussions on Spain’s role as a production hub with highlights like Zorro and Weiss & Morales, on Tuesday 22th. Other highlights include the «Columbus DNA» presentation by RTVE and a keynote conversation between Bayona and producer Diego Betancor, where they explore themes of creativity and generational shifts in filmmaking.
On Wednesday, The Mediapro Studio’s JC Acosta and Laura Fernandez Espeso delivers a keynote focused on the company’s strategic expansion into North America, reflecting on its new Los Angeles office and ongoing efforts to strengthen its global reach. The day closes with a networking session hosted by Cluster Audiovisual Madrid.
Full program:
- MONDAY
18:00 – 19:15 | GRAND AUDITORIUM
World Premiere Screening: ENA. QUEEN VICTORIA EUGENIA
With main actors Kimberley Tell and Joan Amargós, along with Executive Producer Luis Hernández, attending in Cannes. - 19:00 | HOTEL MAJESTIC
MIPCOM CANNES Opening Night Party & Red carpet - TUESDAY
9:45 – 10:30 | PRODUCERS HUB
Igniting Global Hits – The Ultimate Audiovisual Hub
Marc Dujardin, Producer, Le Collectif 64 (Zorro), Nina Hernández, Content Director, Portocabo (Weiss & Morales) and Susanne Frank, Director Drama, ZDF Studios (Stories to Stay Awake). - 12:30 – 13:30 | AUDITORIUM A
«Columbus DNA» Presented by RTVE - 14:30 – 15:15 | AUDITORIUM A
Spain Fresh TV Showcase by The Wit - 16:00 – 16:30 | GRAND AUDITORIUM
Media Mastermind Keynote
JA Bayona y Diego Betancor - WEDNESDAY
11:15 – 11:45 | GRAND AUDITORIUM
Media Mastermind Keynote: JC Acosta & Laura Fernandez Espeso
THE MEDIAPRO STUDIO is focused on bolstering its footprint in the U.S. and Canada, with a strategic focus on English-language content creation, production, and distribution. - 18:00 – 19:00 | PRODUCERS HUB
Networking Drinks with Cluster Audiovisual Madrid
