Chilean Cinema Strengthens its International Presence at MIPCOM and MIPJUNIOR 2025

Chilean audiovisual industry lands in Cannes with a bold and diverse slate of projects seeking global partnerships. Among the highlights are a historical drama on national hero Arturo Prat, a documentary set in Antarctica, a new animated series from Marmota Studio—already known for its premieres on Cartoon Network and HBO Max—and a true crime series on Emile Dubois, Latin America’s so-called “saint of the poor.”

Cannes, France – 14 October 2025

Following a triumphant showing at the San Sebastián Film Festival, where it garnered six awards, Chilean cinema continues its international momentum at MIPCOM and MIPJUNIOR 2025. Backed by the Audiovisual Fund of the Chilean Ministry of Cultures, Arts and Heritage, the national delegation arrives at the Palais des Festivals with a compelling catalogue spanning fiction, documentary, animation, and children’s content.

This year’s delegation includes four established production companies —Afro Films, Marmota Studio, Mazal Producciones, and Oxitocine— actively seeking co-production, distribution, and financing opportunities. Their participation follows a recent Chilean presence in Spain, and reflects a broader strategy to expand the country’s creative footprint across global markets.

“The presence of Chile at MIPCOM and MIPJUNIOR reaffirms our commitment to an audiovisual policy that promotes the internationalisation of our stories, talents, and perspectives,” said Carolina Arredondo, Chile’s Minister of Cultures. “This commitment is also reflected in the 75.8% increase in the Audiovisual Fund’s budget between 2022 and 2025, which now exceeds 22 billion Chilean pesos. We continue to strengthen this key tool to ensure our creative ecosystem connects with global networks and positions Chile as a creative hub on the world stage.”

MIPCOM and MIPJUNIOR 2025 bring together over 10,500 professionals from more than 100 countries, including producers, buyers, broadcasters, agents, and institutional representatives. MIPJUNIOR (11–12 October), dedicated to children’s and youth content, featured Chile’s Marmota Studio, the country’s leading animation house. MIPCOM (13–16 October) showcased global premieres such as Boston Blue (CBS/Paramount+) and The Miniature Wife (Peacock), alongside presentations from major players like the BBC and Mattel. The event also celebrated milestones including 15 years of The Walking Dead, the centenary of Brazil’s Globo Group, 10 years of YouTube Kids, and 20 years of YouTube. In a nod to Latin America, organisers announced MIPCancún as a strategic platform for the region’s audiovisual growth.

A DIVERSE SLATE OF STORIES AND STYLES

The Chilean catalogue reflects a wide range of genres and themes, brought forward by seasoned production houses:

Afro Films, with 25 years of experience across Latin American markets, presents two thrillers directed by Sebastián Araya Serrano. This Fucking Life is a road movie co-produced with Germany, Colombia, and Mexico, following two women on the run through northern Chile. Dubois, a true crime series, revisits the story of Latin America’s first known serial killer, Emile Dubois, and is seeking French co-producers and platform partners.

Marmota Studio showcases Hit Hard, Hara! and its upcoming TV special Desert Sisters, set to premiere on Adult Swim. The studio is also developing Oni Calamity, a horror-adventure series, and is seeking distribution for both seasons of Hit Hard, Hara!.

Mazal Producciones, known for Chilean TV hits like Pacto de Sangre, brings two new projects under its MAZAL Series division. PRAT, Honor and Fire is a historical war drama set during the War of the Pacific, portraying the life and sacrifice of naval hero Arturo Prat. Intense (To Be or Not to Be) is a dramedy exploring motherhood and midlife crisis. Since its founding in 2011, Mazal has produced over 20 titles, including Amanda, Verdades Ocultas, Hijos del Desierto, and Al sur del corazón (Netflix).

Oxitocine, based in Chile’s Valparaíso region and nominated for an International Emmy, presents two new titles. South Pole Explorers is a documentary series exploring global scientific missions in Antarctica, highlighting the importance of international collaboration in preserving this vital ecosystem. Their fiction feature, The End of the Francos, co-produced with Argentina, follows a third-generation pharmacist navigating family ties and personal freedom. The company is also developing a historical documentary and a hybrid docu-animation series.