Macedonian producer Ivana Shekutkoska and her Skopje-based production company Minimal Collective have been selected for the prestigious Producers on the Move 2026 program organized by European Film Promotion during the Cannes Film Festival.

Shekutkoska is among 20 emerging producers from across Europe chosen for this year’s edition of the influential networking and industry platform, which highlights some of the continent’s most promising film producers. The program takes place during the 2026 Cannes Film Festival and aims to foster new international collaborations and co-productions.

The selection marks another major international recognition for Shekutkoska and Minimal Collective following the growing global success of DJ Ahmet, directed by Georgi M. Unkovski. The film, co-produced by Shekutkoska, received the Special Jury Award for Creative Vision and the Audience Award at the Sundance Film Festival 2025.

Shekutkoska’s participation also represents a significant moment for the international visibility of Macedonian cinema, with the North Macedonia Film Agency describing her selection as a major achievement for the country’s film industry.

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