OPEN LECTURE / Ghostwriter: Performance Marketing & Content Creation in the Film Industry

DECEMBER 3, 18:00

As the digital landscape becomes increasingly complex, understanding the interplay between performance marketing, content creation, and personal branding is essential for film professionals. This lecture will provide a comprehensive overview of key strategies for growing and engaging audiences in the digital space, with a focus on the film industry. The lecture is powered by the Fast Forward Program.

Erman Küplü - digital marketing expert

Marju Sokman - marketer & educator

powered by FFP

“Frust” - case study and screening with Gábor Krigler

DECEMBER 4, 18:00

Co-creator and executive producer Gábor Krigler recounts the five-year journey from the first pitch to the first screening in Sarajevo of his show FRUST, a Serbian-Bosnian-Hungarian co-pro. Oscar-winning filmmaker Danis Tanovic directed the six-part drama series, and celebrated techno artist Solomun provided the music. After watching the first episode, we will delve into the difficulties of dealing with broadcasters and securing global distribution.

Gábor Krigler - producer, writer

Radka Hoffmanová: Insights into the Landscape of the Czech Film Industry

DECEMBER 5, 17:00

This session offers an overview of the Czech film market, examining key elements such as film festivals, industry programs, and distribution pathways. The presentation is designed to deepen filmmakers' understanding of the Czech film market’s structure. Attention will be also given to potential connections and collaborative opportunities with the German film industry, highlighting areas where the two markets intersect. Through this focused look, attendees will gain insights into possibilities for partnerships and pathways for expanding their projects within the Czech and German contexts.

Radka Hoffmanová - Film programmer (The Audiovisual Centre, Elbe Dock, Young Film Fest)

PANEL DISCUSSION: The Power of Visual Packaging

DECEMBER 5, 18:00

As the audiovisual landscape becomes increasingly competitive, the importance of a compelling visual identity during the development phase of film and series projects cannot be overstated. This session will explore the importance of visual packaging in shaping the early stages of a project, from conception to pitching and securing financing. With a focus on the strategic decisions behind key visual elements, the discussion will offer insights into the latest opportunities in visual storytelling, trends in design, and the impact of this crucial phase on a project’s trajectory. The panel will also address how new tools and technologies, including AI and virtual production, are influencing this aspect of development.

Benjamin Cölle - Audience Design expert, Managing Director (Pluto Film)

Doraya Bouandel - trailer editor

Krisztina Galló - Television Executive & Co-Production Expert

PITCHING FORUM

DECEMBER 6, 15:00

The participants of BDFF 2024 will present their projects (5 feature films and 4 series) to the professional audience and the guests of BDFF in a less-traditional, more stress-free environment.

FEATURE FILMS

Family discount (Hungary, Germany, Switzerland)
D: Nadine Schwitter
W: Nadine Schwitter, Terézia Mora
P: Anna Szijártó

Lupus (Hungary)
D: Balazs Simonyi
W: Balazs Simonyi (co-writer Klari Muhi)
P: Monika Mecs
production company: Inforg-M&M Film (Hungary)

Magnetic cows (Czech Republic)
D: Jan Hecht
W: Jan Hecht, Tereza Nováková
P: Marek Dusil
production company: Mannschaft (Czech Republic)

Mina (Lebanon, Romania, France)
D+W: Marie-Rose Osta
P: Ana Maria Pirvan, Marie-Rose Osta
production company: Anchor Films (Romania), Les Flaneurs Films (France, Lebanon)

Teeth run through my veins (Romania)
D: Ioana Țurcan
W: Anca Buja, Ioana Țurcan
P: Cristina Badea
production company: Adenium Film (Romania)

SERIES:

Big feelings (Hungary)
D + W: Fanni Szántó
P: Anna Sípos, Veronika Gál, Amadé Szombathelyi
production company: Summer Films (Hungary)

Double-door marriage (Hungary)
D: Dávid Csicskár
P: Csaba Tóth
production company: Paprika Productions (Hungary)

Hallyu (Italy,France,South Korea,Taiwan R.O.C.)
W: Gaia Marianna Musacchio, Michele Furfari, Giulio Nocerino
P: Stefano Centini
production company: Volos Films (Italy, Taiwan)

Pimples (Estonia)
W: Mirjam Mikk, Matiias Viiking Ojaveski
P: Inger Põder