Cannes Frontières Platform Announces Lineup Including Indonesian Action Thriller and Horror Film

Among the highlighted projects is an Indonesian action thriller titled 'Hot Property,' adapted from a bestselling novel by Riri Rengganis. The film follows a group of thieves targeting a high-security building in Jakarta. It is produced by Riri Rengganis and directed by Timo Tjahjanto, known for previous works in the genre.

Another featured project is a horror film described as a creature feature involving a monstrous entity. The film, titled 'The Penis Monster,' explores themes of body horror in a narrative set in a remote location. Details on its production team and exact plot remain limited in the announcement.

The full lineup comprises projects from Indonesia, the United States, France, and other nations. S. and a vampire story from France. Frontières aims to connect these projects with international distributors and investors during the festival.

in 2017, the Frontières Platform is part of the Marché du Film at Cannes.

It targets unscripted or early-stage genre projects, offering visibility to filmmakers outside mainstream cinema. Past participants have secured funding and distribution deals following their presentations. This year's event occurs from May 17 to 24, 2024, coinciding with the Cannes Film Festival.

Participants will engage in public pitches and private meetings with industry professionals. The platform's selection process involved submissions from over 200 projects worldwide.

involved stand to gain international exposure and potential partnerships.

Success at Frontières can lead to festival premieres or sales for these projects. Following the announcement, selected teams prepare for on-site activities, with outcomes influencing their production timelines.