The lab unfolds through intensive writers’ rooms,
which create a dialogue between projects’ factual basis
and authors’ active perspective.
Reality and storytelling reconcile so as to reach the heart of the matter. Mentors deep-dive along with participants into the material, be it a personal story or one with larger socio-political ambitions.
The lab also includes masterclasses by international professionals offering insight on how to bring truth to the table, and then how to market it.
Deadline for applications
April 15, 2026
Three On-line Sessions
Session 1 | June
June 10: 9:00 – 12:00 CEST | Kick-off meeting
June 11, 12, 13: 9:00 – 13:30 or 14:00 – 18:30 CEST (including break)
June 18, 19, 20: 9:00 – 13:30 or 14:00 – 18:30 CEST (including break)
Session 2 | September
September 17, 18, 19: 9:00 13:30 or 14:00 – 18:30 CEST (including break)
Session 3 | December
(indicative dates)
December 10, 11 & 12: 9:00 13:30 or 14:00 – 18:30** CEST (including break)
*The sessions will be held in the morning or afternoon, depending on what times accommodate the varying locations of each group’s participants.
** Daily working hours are indicative. Minor adjustments to session timing may be made at group level and will be confirmed in advance.
Group sessions (script development / 5 projects per group)
Lectures/masterclasses/Q&A sessions
Individual consultations
Filmmakers or creative teams with a project in development
European & international
Application fee: €60
(must have)
Extensive treatment
Synopsis
Moodboard
CV of applicant(s)
Artistic LOI*
(optional but welcome)
Script
LOI(s)* of producers, co-producers, broadcasters, artistic collaborators etc.
Proof of financial support in place (for development and/or production)
Any other relevant supporting material
*The Letter of Interest (max 2 pages) is an artistic statement where applicants outline their creative vision, goals, and the themes behind their project.