Premiers Plans d'Angers

Premiers Plans d'Angers is dedicated to first-time European filmmakers, showcasing debut feature films, short films, and student works. Founded in 1989, it specifically focuses on directors presenting their first or very early works.

The Premiers Plans d'Angers festival typically takes place in January each year in the city of Angers, France. It has been held annually since its founding in 1989, making it a longstanding event on the European festival circuit.

Yes, the festival presents awards across several categories including European feature films, short films, and animation. These awards help launch the careers of emerging European directors by providing recognition and sometimes distribution opportunities.

The festival focuses specifically on European first-time filmmakers, meaning eligibility is generally limited to European productions or directors from European countries. Non-European filmmakers would typically need to look at other festivals for their debut works.