With roughly 30 masterclasses, workshops and ateliers lectured by some of the film industry’s most celebrated professionals, FEST - Training Ground offers a platform for filmmakers, film professionals, and film students to develop their skills and share their experiences in a friendly environment.
PROGRAM
The program of Training Ground includes experts and topics that cover a wide variety of subjects, including film directing, production, scriptwriting, cinematography, editing, sound design, production design, acting, casting, non-fiction filmmaking, makeup, distribution, financing and much more. Each participant can tailor their individual program according to their interests and priorities.
In past editions, Training Ground has hosted sessions from distinguished guests such as Asghar Farhadi, Béla Tarr, Melissa Leo, Ritesh Batra, Fernando Trueba, Allan Starski, Christopher Hampton, Roman Coppola, Finola Dwyer, Stephen Warbeck, Stuart Dryburgh (→ see more speakers from previous years here).
Each session is different and interactive, providing those attending an insight into the process of some of the greatest creative minds in the world.
You can consult 2022's Training Ground masterclasses and workshops here.
DATES
Training Ground will take place between June 20th and 25th, 2023.
ACCESS
Training Ground access is limited to holders of FEST TALENT and FEST PRO badges.