Discover how Ex Oriente Film Workshop nurtures bold, author-driven documentaries in Eastern Europe through mentorship, experimentation, and risk-taking.
Steve Rickinson from Modern Times Review interviewed Ex Oriente Film Manager Anna Kaslová and this year’s leading tutors Filip Remunda, Ivana Pauerová Miloševičová, Diana El Jeiroudi, Christian Popp and Gitte Hansen about their vision, goals, and approach to guiding emerging documentary filmmakers.
In the conversation, they explore how Ex Oriente challenges conventional documentary norms, supports filmmakers at early project stages, and encourages experimentation. From resisting journalism-style documentation to navigating AI’s role in storytelling, the workshop emphasizes author-driven creativity, mentorship tailored to individual needs, and the resilience of Central and Eastern European documentary traditions in a global market.
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