Τalking Heads & AGORA Workshop

Discover this year’s Talking Heads and AGORA Workshop: two dynamic platforms encouraging safe collective conversations and offering insightful advice,directly addressing the industry's needs.

AGORA Workshop - Impact Strategies: using film to drive change

SUNDAY, MARCH 9 16.00 - 18.00
@ MOMus - Thessaloniki Museum of Photography (Warehouse A, Port)
Open to accredited guests on a first-come-first-served basis.

In this event, we'll discuss how film can turn into a powerful tool for change. We’ll dive into how to spot a film’s strengths, set clear impact goals, and design strategies that connect with targeted audiences. There will be case studies to see how films have sparked conversations, influenced policies, and made a difference in communities.

Keynote Speaker:
Gugi Gumilang Programme Director - In-Docs & Film programmer - Hot Docs
Speakers:
Peter Mudamba Mudamba General Manager - DOCUBOX, EADFF
Abby Sun Director of Artist Programs, Editor - International Documentary Association

Supported by Hellenic Film & Audiovisual Center - Creative Greece

Talking Heads - XR unlocked: An introduction to new realities in production

WEDNESDAY, MARCH 12 11.30 - 13.00
@Pavlos Zannas Theater, 5th floor, Olympion Complex
Open to the public and accredited guests on a first-come-first-served basis.

As immersive arts and Extended Reality (XR) transform storytelling, producers must adapt to new creative and technical frameworks. Industry professionals will share insights on transitioning from traditional to immersive storytelling, exploring emerging technologies and innovative approaches to narrative and creative development. Through case studies, the discussion will highlight different approaches to building XR projects and navigating production challenges. From concept development to distribution, we will explore the essential strategies for those looking to expand into this dynamic field and harness the full potential of spatial storytelling and immersive media.

Speakers:
Arnaud Colinart Producer - ATLAS V
Kathrine Fremming Head of cultural partnerships and brand innovation - Khora VR
Konstantina Stavrianou Producer - Graal
Moderator:
Vassiliki Khonsari Creative producer & Writer, Founder -iNK Stories

Supported by Hellenic Film & Audiovisual Center - Creative Greece