First Call for the forum 2027
CALL FOR PROJECTS
First Call for Submissions to the 21st m:brane 2027 opens October 13, 2026.
For co-productions for all genres and platforms aimed at a young audience:
Submissions close Thursday November 26 at 23:59, 2026.
m:brane 2027 will present a selection of approx. 26 projects in various stages of development. The event is dedicated to supporting creative and visually strong audio-visual projects of fiction, documentaries, animations and XR projects.
Selected projects will be invited to present their work to European and international financiers, distributors and potential co-producers and take part in tailored one-to-one meetings.
m:brane 2027 pitching sessions will take place March 10 +11, 2027 in Malmö.
Submission Categories 2027
- All platforms and genres. Content is focus at m:brane
- Documentary Producers to submit for the REALYOUNG© workshop as either Pitch project or as Development project.
- Producers of XR projects.
- Non-didactic stories with high artistic standards.
Pitch Categories
- Main Pitch – For projects in development with a producer attached.
- Work in Progress (WIP) Pitch – For projects in post-production, with a producer attached.
- REALYOUNG© Pitch – For documentary projects in development, with a producer attached (part of our REALYOUNG© workshop).
Non-Pitch Categories
- REALYOUNG© Development – For documentary projects in very early development, with a producer attached (part of our REALYOUNG© workshop).
- ObserverPLUS – For projects in early development with a producer attached. (Opens in late January. Non-pitch category.)
Any questions, don’t hesitate to contact Pitch Producer Cecilie Bolvinkel at cecilie@mbrane.se
Expand Your Network at m:brane
At m:brane, you connect directly with international decision makers, producers, directors, and experts — all gathered in Malmö from 30+ countries. Across two full Pitching Days and One-to-One Meetings, you’ll build valuable relationships and open doors to future collaborations.
Be inspired by a community of professionals who are passionate about bold, artistic, and innovative storytelling for young audiences.
On March 9, we kick off the 21st m:brane with a brand new set-up for the whole week — designed to expand your perspective and equip you with tools to navigate an ever-evolving industry.
Pitch Training
Selected projects in m:brane’s pitch categories benefit from exclusive training sessions with pitch coach Thomas Borch Nielsen, Nice Ninja — sharpening both your presentation and your project’s impact.
Best Pitch Award
The Best Pitch Award (2,500 €) celebrates the most outstanding pitch of the Forum, selected by an expert jury. The award encourages creators to keep developing relevant, edgy, and artistic youth content — embracing innovative storytelling and new technologies. In collaboration with Creative Europe Media.
What We Value
We champion projects that are bold, edgy, challenging, and beautiful.
All platforms and genres are eligible. Our Selection Committee evaluates projects with an eye for innovation, artistic merit, and strong relevance for young audiences.
Have a look at our Selection Criteria!
Submitting to m:brane 2027 means joining a vibrant international network, gaining expert feedback, and placing your project on a stage dedicated to shaping the future of youth storytelling.
So: Welcome all producers with fabulous ideas to submit your project from 13 October.
Deadline: Thursday 26 November at 23:59 CET.
Meet us, when we visit at other events
Meet Managing Director Lennart Ström at Cinekid October 13-15 in Amsterdam.
