We are delighted to announce the third edition of the International Festival of Young Actors (FIJA), which will take place in Paris from 17 to 24 April 2026.
Created and organized by a team of industry professionals : Etienne Faure, Jean-Stéphane Sauvaire, Dominique Frot, Jean-Pierre Lavoignat — FIJA is held in collaboration with the City of Paris and key figures in the world of cinema.
FIJA is a groundbreaking film event that aims to become an annual gathering for the new generation of actors and actresses.
Centered around a competition of feature and short films from around the world, FIJA highlights films where the lead role is performed by a young actor or actress under the age of 27.
In addition to screenings, the festival hosts talks and panel discussions with professionals from the film industry — agents, casting directors, actors, and more.
With a diverse program of films and events, FIJA is committed to promoting diversity, innovation, and artistic excellence in contemporary cinema.
To support independent cinema and boost its visibility, several awards will be presented by a prestigious jury of industry professionals:
• Best Feature Film Award
• Best Actor Award
• Best Actress Award
• Best Short Film Award
• Best Performance in a Short Film Award
• Audience Award – Feature Film
• Audience Award – Short Film
• Best Film School Production Award
These prizes will include financial grants as well as broadcast agreements with our partners.
Representatives of the competing films will be invited by the festival to attend the event and take part in screenings and networking opportunities.
