Explorations in the evolving role of documentaries in shaping how we understand the world.
Immersive sessions led by acclaimed filmmakers offering deep insights into the craft.
A playful and engaging program designed to spark curiosity and creativity in children through films.
Thought-provoking installations and multimedia works that expand the documentary form.
Archives are essential to our societies, yet they are so often overlooked, particularly in the Balkans. This talk delves into the work of archivists who uncover visual traces of our shared past, despite facing significant political challenges. Our guest speakers will discuss their relationship to archives, how they see the future of archival storytelling, and its preservation in our digital societies
Panelists: Jurij Meden, Tevfik Rada, Ivona Djuric.
Moderator: Dea Gjinovci
Sunday, August 4
17:00
SHANI EFENDI
A talk bringing together filmmakers who explore the deep human connection with nature, reflecting on identity, landscapes, and the urgent impact of the climate crisis.
This talk opens Focus Ukraine, with festival leaders reflecting on post-pandemic challenges, global pressures, and the evolving role of festivals in today’s world.
A panel exploring how short films connect with audiences, examining the roles of programming, distribution, and festivals in building appreciation and creating spaces—both online and offline—for these cinematic works.
A panel on the challenges of documenting war, exploring how filmmakers and archives shape legal, historical, and cultural narratives in the pursuit of transitional justice.
A panel where documentary filmmakers share how they build trust and deep connections with their subjects, from recognizing the right stories to navigating the filmmaker-participant relationship in observational cinema.
A talk with two director-editor duos exploring their creative process, collaboration, and how they shape raw footage into powerful finished films.