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Unifrance Rendez-Vous TV Mart Kicks Off in Le Havre


The market showcases the latest French productions, which continue to grow in all major genres and attract international buyers from around the globe.

With French production continuing to grow in all major genres, the 30th edition of the Unifrance Rendez-Vous market kicks off for the first time in Le Havre, welcoming international buyers from around the globe. Speaking with Variety about this year’s event, Unifrance’s president, Gilles Pélisson, and executive director, Daniela Elstner, offer their insights on the latest trends, the significant role of the Rendez-Vous for the industry, and the growing international reach of French programming, from high-end drama to animation and documentary fare. Highlights at this year’s market include France Télévisions’ “Zorro,” starring Jean Dujardin; Federation Studios’ “Ça, c’est Paris,” about a theater director who sets out to revive his once famous cabaret; Mediawan’s cop show “Tom & Lola”; mystery drama “The Eclipse,” from About Premium Content; and ARTE Distribution’s animated documentary series “The Legends of Paris: a Tale of the 19th Century Artistic Scene.”

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