Festival schedule
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
Democracy in Contemporary Cinema and the Expanded Moving Image Industries
The Depiction of Democracy and Democratic Processes in Contemporary Cinema and the Expanded Moving Image Industries – Analysis of Current Films and Works that Address Political Processes and Democratic Ideals
45 min
11:15
ASTOR Film Lounge MyZeil
Legal Perspectives in Digital Transformation: Film and Media in Focus
Film and Media in Focus. The digital transformation brings new legal challenges to the film and media industry, with experts like Guido Hettinger and Iris Phan discussing current requirements for copyright, data protection, and AI regulation, while highlighting necessary adjustments.
45 min
12:00
ASTOR Film Lounge MyZeil
Special Focus on VR. New Dimensions of Storytelling. XR Technologies Revolutionise the Media World
XR Technologies Revolutionise the Media World.
Presentations of European XR projects
The world of storytelling has been radically transformed by XR technologies such as Augmented, Virtual, and Mixed Reality, creating immersive, interactive experiences while also raising ethical and societal questions about navigating the merging of reality and fiction.
Presentations of European XR projects
The world of storytelling has been radically transformed by XR technologies such as Augmented, Virtual, and Mixed Reality, creating immersive, interactive experiences while also raising ethical and societal questions about navigating the merging of reality and fiction.
2 h
12:15
ASTOR Film Lounge MyZeil
Agents, Managers, Lawyers. When Do You Need Them and Whom Do They Represent?
Agents, managers, and lawyers play a central role in the film and moving image industry by supporting creatives, protecting their rights, and making strategic decisions for long-term careers, which will be thoroughly discussed in the panel.
45 min
14:00
ASTOR Film Lounge MyZeil
György Kepes. Interthinking Art + Science
1 h 38 min
14:30
ASTOR Film Lounge MyZeil
Film and Narrative Telling Stories Visually
This panel discussion highlights the entire process of cinematic storytelling, from conception to post-production, showing how emotional depth, narrative complexity, and modern technologies influence a film's success.
45 min
15:30
ASTOR Film Lounge MyZeil
Sound and Vision. The Role of Sound: Enhancing Narrative Immersion.
"Everything you hear on a film is a lie.“ Sound engineer Stephan Busch explains that fact in this workshop.
1 h 30 min
15:45
ASTOR Film Lounge MyZeil
Women as a Central Driving Force in the Creative Industry. How Democracy Can Promote Equality in the Long Term.
How Democracy Can Promote Equality in the Long Term.
This panel highlights the essential role of women in art, film, and media and discusses how equality fosters creativity and contributes to long-term societal change.
This panel highlights the essential role of women in art, film, and media and discusses how equality fosters creativity and contributes to long-term societal change.
45 min
16:00
ASTOR Film Lounge MyZeil
Shikun
1 h 24 min
16:00
ASTOR Film Lounge MyZeil
Achilles
1 h 56 min
17:00
ASTOR Film Lounge MyZeil
Horror Unleashed Between Psyche, Society, and Digital Evolution
Between Psyche, Society, and Digital Evolution.
Horror and genre films process collective fears, reflect societal realities, and reach a global audience through digital platforms, while new technologies could further enhance their future relevance.
Horror and genre films process collective fears, reflect societal realities, and reach a global audience through digital platforms, while new technologies could further enhance their future relevance.
45 min
18:15
ASTOR Film Lounge MyZeil
Caesar Must Die
1 h 17 min
18:15
ASTOR Film Lounge MyZeil
Art in Focus: Films that Move You
This program presents 15 art films that explore current topics from political and personal perspectives, offering new insights in diverse ways.
Flim Screenings
B3 Competition
Flim Screenings
B3 Competition
1 h 55 min
18:15
ASTOR Film Lounge MyZeil
Masso Awwo
2 min
18:15
ASTOR Film Lounge MyZeil
The German Sisters
2 h
18:15
ASTOR Film Lounge MyZeil
Short, but Powerful: Stories that Move You. The B3 Short Film Programme, Part 3
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
18:18
ASTOR Film Lounge MyZeil
Paper Boat on the Orchestra's Plight
2 min
18:21
ASTOR Film Lounge MyZeil
Who Are You Wearing?
7 min
18:29
ASTOR Film Lounge MyZeil
River is My Hometown
8 min
18:37
ASTOR Film Lounge MyZeil
Yorkshire Dirt
3 min
18:40
ASTOR Film Lounge MyZeil
To Do
3 min
18:44
ASTOR Film Lounge MyZeil
Bosode
9 min
18:53
ASTOR Film Lounge MyZeil
A Brave New World
9 min
19:02
ASTOR Film Lounge MyZeil
Silo Solos—3
34 min
20:45
ASTOR Film Lounge MyZeil
St. Michael Had a Rooster
1 h 30 min
20:45
ASTOR Film Lounge MyZeil
Nasty Love
1 h 44 min
20:45
ASTOR Film Lounge MyZeil
The Leopard
3 h 4 min
20:45
ASTOR Film Lounge MyZeil
Hacking at Leaves
1 h 48 min
20:45
ASTOR Film Lounge MyZeil
Short, but Powerful: Stories that Move You. The B3 Short Film Programme, Part 4
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
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
11:00
Democracy in Contemporary Cinema and the Expanded Moving Image Industries
The Depiction of Democracy and Democratic Processes in Contemporary Cinema and the Expanded Moving Image Industries – Analysis of Current Films and Works that Address Political Processes and Democratic Ideals
45 min
11:15
Legal Perspectives in Digital Transformation: Film and Media in Focus
Film and Media in Focus. The digital transformation brings new legal challenges to the film and media industry, with experts like Guido Hettinger and Iris Phan discussing current requirements for copyright, data protection, and AI regulation, while highlighting necessary adjustments.
45 min
12:00
Special Focus on VR. New Dimensions of Storytelling. XR Technologies Revolutionise the Media World
XR Technologies Revolutionise the Media World.
Presentations of European XR projects
The world of storytelling has been radically transformed by XR technologies such as Augmented, Virtual, and Mixed Reality, creating immersive, interactive experiences while also raising ethical and societal questions about navigating the merging of reality and fiction.
Presentations of European XR projects
The world of storytelling has been radically transformed by XR technologies such as Augmented, Virtual, and Mixed Reality, creating immersive, interactive experiences while also raising ethical and societal questions about navigating the merging of reality and fiction.
2 h
12:15
Agents, Managers, Lawyers. When Do You Need Them and Whom Do They Represent?
Agents, managers, and lawyers play a central role in the film and moving image industry by supporting creatives, protecting their rights, and making strategic decisions for long-term careers, which will be thoroughly discussed in the panel.
45 min
14:00
György Kepes. Interthinking Art + Science
1 h 38 min
14:30
Film and Narrative Telling Stories Visually
This panel discussion highlights the entire process of cinematic storytelling, from conception to post-production, showing how emotional depth, narrative complexity, and modern technologies influence a film's success.
45 min
15:30
Sound and Vision. The Role of Sound: Enhancing Narrative Immersion.
"Everything you hear on a film is a lie.“ Sound engineer Stephan Busch explains that fact in this workshop.
1 h 30 min
15:45
Women as a Central Driving Force in the Creative Industry. How Democracy Can Promote Equality in the Long Term.
How Democracy Can Promote Equality in the Long Term.
This panel highlights the essential role of women in art, film, and media and discusses how equality fosters creativity and contributes to long-term societal change.
This panel highlights the essential role of women in art, film, and media and discusses how equality fosters creativity and contributes to long-term societal change.
45 min
16:00
Shikun
1 h 24 min
16:00
Achilles
1 h 56 min
17:00
Horror Unleashed Between Psyche, Society, and Digital Evolution
Between Psyche, Society, and Digital Evolution.
Horror and genre films process collective fears, reflect societal realities, and reach a global audience through digital platforms, while new technologies could further enhance their future relevance.
Horror and genre films process collective fears, reflect societal realities, and reach a global audience through digital platforms, while new technologies could further enhance their future relevance.
45 min
18:15
Short, but Powerful: Stories that Move You. The B3 Short Film Programme, Part 3
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
18:15
The German Sisters
2 h
18:15
Masso Awwo
2 min
18:15
Art in Focus: Films that Move You
This program presents 15 art films that explore current topics from political and personal perspectives, offering new insights in diverse ways.
Flim Screenings
B3 Competition
Flim Screenings
B3 Competition
1 h 55 min
18:15
Caesar Must Die
1 h 17 min
18:18
Paper Boat on the Orchestra's Plight
2 min
18:21
Who Are You Wearing?
7 min
18:29
River is My Hometown
8 min
18:37
Yorkshire Dirt
3 min
18:40
To Do
3 min
18:44
Bosode
9 min
18:53
A Brave New World
9 min
19:02
Silo Solos—3
34 min
20:45
St. Michael Had a Rooster
1 h 30 min
20:45
Nasty Love
1 h 44 min
20:45
The Leopard
3 h 4 min
20:45
Hacking at Leaves
1 h 48 min
20:45
Short, but Powerful: Stories that Move You. The B3 Short Film Programme, Part 4
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