I will be in Prague from March 19–23 for the final session of the Ex Oriente Film 2025/26 cycle.

Since 2023, I have served as one of the four lead mentors for this Institute of Documentary Film (IDF) flagship program—one of the largest and oldest development initiatives in Europe.

This session marks the culmination of the year-long program. Alongside the core lead mentors and invited experts, I will continue guiding filmmakers through their final development stages, including intensive consultations, financing strategies, and pitch rehearsals. The week concludes with the East Doc Forum, where 25 projects will be presented to a panel of international broadcasters, distributors, and co-producers.

In addition to my mentoring role, I will be attending the final pitching sessions and holding meetings to discuss the current No Nation Films slate and explore new collaborations.

For me, this final term with Ex Oriente reinforces a deep commitment to the Central and Eastern European documentary community and the vital role of intergenerational mentorship in independent cinema.

Learn more: East Doc Platform 2026

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