Festival schedule
10:00
ASTOR Film Lounge MyZeil
Democracy in Focus: International Perspectives on Societal Organisational Forms and Their Impact on the Creative Industry // Panel discussion
International Perspectives on Societal Organisational Forms and their Impact on the Creative Industry.
This panel discussion explores how democratic values shape the creative industries worldwide and examines the opportunities and challenges for artists and media professionals in different political contexts.
This panel discussion explores how democratic values shape the creative industries worldwide and examines the opportunities and challenges for artists and media professionals in different political contexts.
1 h
10:00
ASTOR Film Lounge MyZeil
Immerse and Experience: Virtual Worlds that Move You.
This international VR program presents 10 immersive works, ranging from emotional narratives to fascinating explorations of new realities, placing the viewer right at the center of the action.
10 h
11:00
ASTOR Film Lounge MyZeil
The Dual Role of AI: Transforming Creative Processes in Moving Images. AI as a catalyst for efficiency and innovation or as a potential threat!
Transformation of creative processes in moving images.
AI as a catalyst for efficiency and innovation or as a potential threat. This program focus highlights the impact of artificial intelligence on creative processes in the moving image industry, ranging from new forms of expression to questions of authenticity and authorship.
AI as a catalyst for efficiency and innovation or as a potential threat. This program focus highlights the impact of artificial intelligence on creative processes in the moving image industry, ranging from new forms of expression to questions of authenticity and authorship.
1 h 30 min
12:45
ASTOR Film Lounge MyZeil
Screenwriting in the Age of AI Challenges and Opportunities
Challenges and Opportunities.
In an era where artificial intelligence is increasingly transforming the creative landscape, experts discuss the new opportunities and challenges for screenwriters, as well as the future of storytelling.
In an era where artificial intelligence is increasingly transforming the creative landscape, experts discuss the new opportunities and challenges for screenwriters, as well as the future of storytelling.
1 h
12:45
ASTOR Film Lounge MyZeil
Between Flood and Filter: Democracy in the Information Age
Democracy in the Information Age.
In today's digital landscape, where fake news and AI-generated content make it increasingly difficult to distinguish between truth and manipulation, democratic societies face the challenge of developing critical information literacy to preserve the integrity of public discourse.
In today's digital landscape, where fake news and AI-generated content make it increasingly difficult to distinguish between truth and manipulation, democratic societies face the challenge of developing critical information literacy to preserve the integrity of public discourse.
45 min
14:00
ASTOR Film Lounge MyZeil
Talk with Margarethe von Trotta
Moderated Master Class with Margarethe von Trotta. Honorary B3 BEN Lifetime Achievement Award 2024.
Margarethe von Trotta, one of the most renowned German directors and screenwriters, is known for her socially engaged films featuring strong female protagonists, such as "The German Sisters" (Die bleierne Zeit), "Rosa Luxemburg", and "Hannah Arendt."
Margarethe von Trotta, one of the most renowned German directors and screenwriters, is known for her socially engaged films featuring strong female protagonists, such as "The German Sisters" (Die bleierne Zeit), "Rosa Luxemburg", and "Hannah Arendt."
45 min
15:00
ASTOR Film Lounge MyZeil
Social Media Insights into Storytelling
What insights into storytelling can we gain from social media creators or influencers? How do the evolving consumption patterns of social media users influence storytelling within film, art, and media?
45 min
15:15
ASTOR Film Lounge MyZeil
New Horizons in Film Financing: Tradition Meets Innovation
The panel discusses the transformation of film and moving image financing, from traditional approaches such as public funding and private investments to innovative, AI-driven strategies for optimizing project planning and audience targeting.
45 min
15:15
ASTOR Film Lounge MyZeil
Day Off
1 h 45 min
16:00
ASTOR Film Lounge MyZeil
Societal Structures in Freefall!
Has the Digital Age Brought Us to the Brink? Creatives Discuss the Normative Power of Reality in These (Uncertain) Times and What They and Their Work Can Contribute to a Better Future.
45 min
16:00
ASTOR Film Lounge MyZeil
The Flats
1 h 54 min
16:15
ASTOR Film Lounge MyZeil
360° Marketing Made Precise.
In the workshop "360° Marketing: To the Point," you will learn how to promote yourself, your ideas, and projects in the digital world in a targeted, intelligent, and profitable way, using both traditional methods and new technologies.
1 h
17:00
ASTOR Film Lounge MyZeil
Visual Power and the Game of Influence: The Role of Film and Propaganda in the Digital Age
45 min
17:15
ASTOR Film Lounge MyZeil
Democracy and Art. To what extent can art be political and at what cost to the artist? Artist and B3 Honorary Award recipient Federico Solmi in conversation
45 min
18:15
QA
ASTOR Film Lounge MyZeil
on-air
QA
25 min
18:15
ASTOR Film Lounge MyZeil
Short, but Powerful: Stories that Move You. The B3 Short Film Programme, Part 1
Experience exciting works by established filmmakers and talented newcomers daily in the B3 Short Film Competition and program. The ASTOR Film Lounge showcases moving stories and creative visions on societal issues – captivating, diverse, and thought-provoking!
2 h 15 min
18:15
ASTOR Film Lounge MyZeil
The Landlady
1 h 44 min
18:15
ASTOR Film Lounge MyZeil
Art in Focus: Films that Move You Film Screenings and director talk B3 Competition.
You will experience seven art films that explore current issues from political and personal perspectives, followed by discussions with the attending artists – an evening full of new perspectives, reflection, and conversation.
4 h 15 min
18:55
QA
ASTOR Film Lounge MyZeil
Onset
QA
45 min
19:30
QA
ASTOR Film Lounge MyZeil
Escapism
QA
30 min
20:15
QA
ASTOR Film Lounge MyZeil
Tides Of Freedom
QA
25 min
20:45
ASTOR Film Lounge MyZeil
The Illusionary Taviani - A tale of passion and utopia
1 h 33 min
20:45
QA
ASTOR Film Lounge MyZeil
Runway Freefall
QA
25 min
20:45
ASTOR Film Lounge MyZeil
Father and Master
1 h 53 min
20:45
ASTOR Film Lounge MyZeil
The Story of Souleymane
1 h 33 min
20:45
ASTOR Film Lounge MyZeil
Short, but Powerful: Stories that Move You. The B3 Short Film Programme, Part 2
Experience exciting works by established filmmakers and talented newcomers daily in the B3 Short Film Competition and program. The ASTOR Film Lounge showcases moving stories and creative visions on societal issues – captivating, diverse, and thought-provoking!
2 h 30 min
21:15
QA
ASTOR Film Lounge MyZeil
Danse Macabre
QA
40 min
22:00
QA
ASTOR Film Lounge MyZeil
Where Do Ideas Come From?
QA
30 min
ASTOR Film Lounge MyZeil
10:00
Immerse and Experience: Virtual Worlds that Move You.
This international VR program presents 10 immersive works, ranging from emotional narratives to fascinating explorations of new realities, placing the viewer right at the center of the action.
10 h
10:00
Democracy in Focus: International Perspectives on Societal Organisational Forms and Their Impact on the Creative Industry // Panel discussion
International Perspectives on Societal Organisational Forms and their Impact on the Creative Industry.
This panel discussion explores how democratic values shape the creative industries worldwide and examines the opportunities and challenges for artists and media professionals in different political contexts.
This panel discussion explores how democratic values shape the creative industries worldwide and examines the opportunities and challenges for artists and media professionals in different political contexts.
1 h
11:00
The Dual Role of AI: Transforming Creative Processes in Moving Images. AI as a catalyst for efficiency and innovation or as a potential threat!
Transformation of creative processes in moving images.
AI as a catalyst for efficiency and innovation or as a potential threat. This program focus highlights the impact of artificial intelligence on creative processes in the moving image industry, ranging from new forms of expression to questions of authenticity and authorship.
AI as a catalyst for efficiency and innovation or as a potential threat. This program focus highlights the impact of artificial intelligence on creative processes in the moving image industry, ranging from new forms of expression to questions of authenticity and authorship.
1 h 30 min
12:45
Screenwriting in the Age of AI Challenges and Opportunities
Challenges and Opportunities.
In an era where artificial intelligence is increasingly transforming the creative landscape, experts discuss the new opportunities and challenges for screenwriters, as well as the future of storytelling.
In an era where artificial intelligence is increasingly transforming the creative landscape, experts discuss the new opportunities and challenges for screenwriters, as well as the future of storytelling.
1 h
12:45
Between Flood and Filter: Democracy in the Information Age
Democracy in the Information Age.
In today's digital landscape, where fake news and AI-generated content make it increasingly difficult to distinguish between truth and manipulation, democratic societies face the challenge of developing critical information literacy to preserve the integrity of public discourse.
In today's digital landscape, where fake news and AI-generated content make it increasingly difficult to distinguish between truth and manipulation, democratic societies face the challenge of developing critical information literacy to preserve the integrity of public discourse.
45 min
14:00
Talk with Margarethe von Trotta
Moderated Master Class with Margarethe von Trotta. Honorary B3 BEN Lifetime Achievement Award 2024.
Margarethe von Trotta, one of the most renowned German directors and screenwriters, is known for her socially engaged films featuring strong female protagonists, such as "The German Sisters" (Die bleierne Zeit), "Rosa Luxemburg", and "Hannah Arendt."
Margarethe von Trotta, one of the most renowned German directors and screenwriters, is known for her socially engaged films featuring strong female protagonists, such as "The German Sisters" (Die bleierne Zeit), "Rosa Luxemburg", and "Hannah Arendt."
45 min
15:00
Social Media Insights into Storytelling
What insights into storytelling can we gain from social media creators or influencers? How do the evolving consumption patterns of social media users influence storytelling within film, art, and media?
45 min
15:15
New Horizons in Film Financing: Tradition Meets Innovation
The panel discusses the transformation of film and moving image financing, from traditional approaches such as public funding and private investments to innovative, AI-driven strategies for optimizing project planning and audience targeting.
45 min
15:15
Day Off
1 h 45 min
16:00
Societal Structures in Freefall!
Has the Digital Age Brought Us to the Brink? Creatives Discuss the Normative Power of Reality in These (Uncertain) Times and What They and Their Work Can Contribute to a Better Future.
45 min
16:00
The Flats
1 h 54 min
16:15
360° Marketing Made Precise.
In the workshop "360° Marketing: To the Point," you will learn how to promote yourself, your ideas, and projects in the digital world in a targeted, intelligent, and profitable way, using both traditional methods and new technologies.
1 h
17:00
Visual Power and the Game of Influence: The Role of Film and Propaganda in the Digital Age
45 min
17:15
Democracy and Art. To what extent can art be political and at what cost to the artist? Artist and B3 Honorary Award recipient Federico Solmi in conversation
45 min
18:15
Short, but Powerful: Stories that Move You. The B3 Short Film Programme, Part 1
Experience exciting works by established filmmakers and talented newcomers daily in the B3 Short Film Competition and program. The ASTOR Film Lounge showcases moving stories and creative visions on societal issues – captivating, diverse, and thought-provoking!
2 h 15 min
18:15
Art in Focus: Films that Move You Film Screenings and director talk B3 Competition.
You will experience seven art films that explore current issues from political and personal perspectives, followed by discussions with the attending artists – an evening full of new perspectives, reflection, and conversation.
4 h 15 min
18:15
The Landlady
1 h 44 min
18:15
QA
on-air
QA
25 min
18:55
QA
Onset
QA
45 min
19:30
QA
Escapism
QA
30 min
20:15
QA
Tides Of Freedom
QA
25 min
20:45
The Illusionary Taviani - A tale of passion and utopia
1 h 33 min
20:45
QA
Runway Freefall
QA
25 min
20:45
Father and Master
1 h 53 min
20:45
The Story of Souleymane
1 h 33 min
20:45
Short, but Powerful: Stories that Move You. The B3 Short Film Programme, Part 2
Experience exciting works by established filmmakers and talented newcomers daily in the B3 Short Film Competition and program. The ASTOR Film Lounge showcases moving stories and creative visions on societal issues – captivating, diverse, and thought-provoking!
2 h 30 min
21:15
QA
Danse Macabre
QA
40 min
22:00
QA
Where Do Ideas Come From?
QA
30 min