Prizes will be awarded to filmmakers and the top twenty-two films will be screened in a special “Emerging Filmmaker” showcase at The American Pavilion in CannesĮmerging Filmmaker Showcase Best Short Film – winner The 2016 Emerging Filmmaker Showcase will provide an opportunity for emerging filmmakers to have their works seen by Cannes Festival and Film Market attendees. Since 1989, The American Pavilion has offered opportunities in Cannes to film students from around the world.