Films selected in the Official Selection will be viewed by professionals who are actively acquiring, producing, and distributing films in today’s market. This ensures that the work you present will be seen by the people who make decisions in our industry.
The 2026 jury of the PAMA will be composed of distributors, producers, and established industry professionals.
For filmmakers, this means PAMA is giving you access.
Being part of the Official Selection places you and your film in front of professionals who are continuously looking for new voices, new collaborations, and new material. In the current film landscape, this is more than valuable; it is essential.
Please find below the first jury members confirmed for the 2026 PAMA jury. More jury members and guest speakers to be announced on a rolling basis.
Talent manager.
Florent Lamy is Founder & CEO of Elev8on Management.
His specialty is designing transatlantic strategies for international talent, building their careers using Paris, London, New York, and Miami as the four corners of his global framework.
Full bio for Florent here.
Florent will be present during the rooftop soiree on June 17 to meet with new talents. Tickets here.
Film sales agent.
Maria Mørkrid is the founder of Steel Milk.
Steel Milk offers representation, bespoke sales and fund sourcing for series and films. Pitching projects from development to post to a trusted network of streamers, broadcasters, financiers, distributors and studios.
Full bio for Maria here.
Maria will meet filmmakers on June 14 for a discussion panel on access to distribution for new directors and emerging talent. Tickets here.
Distributor, producer.
Philippe Diaz is the Founder, CEO & President of Cinema Libre Studio.
He was selected as one of ten ‘Moviemakers Making a Difference’ by MovieMaker magazine.
Full bio for Philippe here.
Philippe will meet filmmakers on June 14 for a discussion panel on access to distribution for new directors and emerging talent. Tickets here.
Producer.
Daren Smith, owner at Craftman Films is the force behind Producer Fund I, a $10M film fund designed to reinvent how independent films are produced and distributed to the appropriate audiences.
He is also a columnist at IndieWire and the co-host of the Truly Independent podcast.
Full bio for Daren here.
Daren will:
Strategist, consultant.
Renee Yip is a brand strategist for producers and filmmakers, helping them leverage tools and industry approaches, especially how to use the LinkedIn platform to become investment ready.
Renee works with producers to elevate their profile and establish their online presence and visibility, with the goal of mitigating perceived risk from the investors’ point of view.
Her unique framework is built on a decade of corporate experience: seven years in banking and finance, 3.5 years in risk and compliance recruitment, and 1.5 years at LinkedIn itself, where she advised corporate clients on audience growth and architecture, as well as brand strategy.
Full bio for Renee here.
Renee will lead a mentorship session on June 15, on how to approach investors on Linkedin. Tickets here.
Producer, distributor.
Greg Bekkers is the founder of MAVRYK., a boutique sales company helping independent films secure international distribution while navigating hybrid release strategies.
He is also the lead behind Two Lands Films, a production company focused on storytelling that matters.
His producing and directing credits include Ava, alongside the creator of Final Destination and starring Michael Madsen, and Wildcard starring Andrea Londo, David Arquette, and James Le Gros.
Greg also works with filmmakers on financing, crowdfunding, marketing, and distribution strategies for independent films.
Full bio for Greg here.
Greg will lead an industry talk on June 13 about the current state of distribution in 2026. Tickets here.