Exploring Co-Production Opportunities and Series Development at KVIFF's Industry Days
The Karlovy Vary International Film Festival (KVIFF) is extending its Industry Days program to include a series incubator and other new offerings this year. The Eastern Promises industry section and market will focus on Central European co-production opportunities in a revamped showcase format. The program will also feature presentations and events dedicated to series development and the small screen.
A new format will be introduced to showcase film projects in progress, replacing the previous Works in Progress pitches. The KVIFF Central Stage showcase will highlight 13 fiction films by established filmmakers from eight Central European countries. The projects will be presented through interactive talks, emphasizing the filmmakers and co-production landscape in each country.
The festival aims to support mid-career filmmakers who often lack the necessary resources to secure financing for their projects. Participating projects will be eligible for post-production benefits and the Eurimages Co-Production Development Award. Additionally, a Pop-Up Series Incubator will feature original European series, aiming to foster co-productions and creative collaborations in television and streaming production.
KVIFF will host showcases, panels, workshops, and talks by small-screen experts to reflect the evolving landscape of television and streaming production in the region. The festival's collaboration with Central European Media Enterprises Ltd. (CME) aims to establish Karlovy Vary as a hub for television and streaming series development.
The Pop-Up Series Incubator, organized by Tatino Films and supported by various partners, will provide a platform for creative teams to pitch their series concepts to industry professionals. The selected series projects showcased in Karlovy Vary include adaptations of existing IPs and original narratives from various European countries.
In addition to the series incubator, KVIFF will feature the Midpoint Institute's Works in Development program and the KVIFF Talents program supporting Czech and Slovak filmmakers. The festival aims to strengthen its position as a leading industry event dedicated to Central Europe, providing a platform for collaboration and engagement with the vibrant creative community in the region.
In conclusion, the Karlovy Vary International Film Festival's expanded Industry Days program offers a platform for filmmakers and industry professionals to explore co-production opportunities, showcase film projects in progress, and engage with the evolving landscape of television and streaming production. The festival's focus on supporting mid-career filmmakers and fostering creative collaborations reflects its commitment to serving as a central hub for the vibrant Central European film industry.