The five-section Focus Competition is our well-curated showcase for emerging talent, diversity and often-marginalized voices. Film No Matter What supports new talent and fully independent production; 100% Regions celebrates filmmakers from outside the big cities; Short & Queer highlights sexual and gender diversity; Americana goes to the heart of Latin American cinema; and Indigenous Perspectives is a platform where Indigenous filmmakers’ powerful stories to resonate at last. The Focus Competition jury will select a winner in each section, awarding prizes totalling nearly $50,000 in money and services.