Let the South shine

Introduction

Are you a writer based in the South of France, or is your story set there? Apply to our writing residency.

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Open! From April 30 to June 30, 2025

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About this Lab

Develop your feature film in the South of France

Launched in 2021, Meditalents’ LabSud was created to strengthen the professional landscape for screenwriters in the Southern French region of Provence-Alpes-Côte d’Azur.

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This writing residency is dedicated to first or second fiction feature film projects, either by authors residing in the region or whose stories are set there.

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Each year, six projects are selected for a one-week residency in Marseille. During the session, participants benefit from the support of two qualified professionals, enriching exchanges with peers, and personalized guidance to connect with local producers.

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This residency embodies Meditalents’ identity: rooted in Marseille, at the heart of the Mediterranean, and actively supporting the development of regional cinema.

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Information & Eligibility Requirements

What You Need to Know

Location

Marseille, France

Duration

1 week in October

Eligible Countries

France (Southern region) or projects set in the region, and authors from: Spain, France, Monaco, Italy, Malta, Slovenia, Croatia, Bosnia-Herzegovina, Montenegro, Albania, Greece, Cyprus, Turkey, Syria, Lebanon, Israel, Palestine, Morocco, Algeria, Tunisia, Libya, Egypt (if story is set in the Southern French region)

Number of Projects

6 per year

Required Languages

English and/or French

Participation Fee

€150

Residency Overview

A one-week residency to write and refine your project

Session 1

September 29 – October 3, 2025

The first session lasts five days and opens with a group meeting where participants introduce themselves and present their projects to receive feedback from one another. The session continues with individual meetings with the mentors and concludes with a group session to share the progress made during the week with both participants and mentors.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Everything You Need to Know Before Applying

Can I apply with a writing partner?

Yes, two authors can submit a project together. However, only one of them will be hosted during the residency. The second author may follow the process remotely or attend at their own expense.

Is there a participation fee for the residency?

No. Accommodation, meals, and mentoring are covered by Meditalents. Travel expenses are the responsibility of the participant, as well as personal insurance (civil liability and medical coverage).

What documents are required to apply?

The application file (as a single PDF) must include:

an information sheet (contact details, CV, background)
a statement of intent
a treatment or extended synopsis (minimum 3 pages)
a biography and filmography
a photo
a document explaining the link with the Région Sud
and, if applicable, any additional material (mood board, excerpts, etc.)

Incomplete applications will be considered ineligible.

Who is eligible to apply to LabSud?

LabSud is open to screenwriters who either reside in, are originally from, or are developing a project set in the Région Sud Provence-Alpes-Côte d’Azur. The project must be a first or second fiction feature film.

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