Poland’s American Film Festival is ready to celebrate its Sweet Sixteen in November. Its industry strand US in Progress is accepting submissions until Sept. 10, looking for narrative projects in final stages of editing.

“We’re hoping that the uncertainty of the future of transatlantic collaboration – if Trump’s tariffs on film production outside of the U.S. are going to be implemented – will make our program even more sought after,” says artistic director Ula Śniegowska.

“It’s the only industry event outside the U.S. that focuses on and gives priority to American filmmakers in order to recognize and bring awareness of Polish production and post-production assets.”

The total value of last year’s awards reached $180,000.

This year, filmmakers will also visit the studios offering “cut

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