Industry

At the Movies that Matter Industry Days, we offer a diverse programme of workshops, panel discussions, impact plan pitches, and masterclasses focused on film and human rights. Most Industry programmes are free to attend, but reservations are required. You can view the list of attending Industry guests here.

For questions, please contact us via industry@moviesthatmatter.nl

Take on Film & Impact

Take on Film & Impact

Filmmakers refine the impact strategies for their film, and foster connections and collaborations.

The Mission of the New Maker

The Mission of the New Maker

For students and filmmakers at the start of their career, we present an inspiring afternoon programme.

Meet the Activist

Meet the Activist

In the Meet the Activist programme the eight activists from the eight selected Activist films are introduced.

Take on Journalism & Censorship

Take on Journalism & Censorship

A thought-provoking panel for all aspiring journalists, filmmakers and changemakers.

Take on Scaling Up Your Film

Take on Scaling Up Your Film

A two-part panel about bringing film to the international cinema circuit and creating lasting impact beyond the screening room.

Cinema without Borders

Cinema without Borders

Meet the festivals of the participants of Cinema without Borders.

Take on New Beginnings

Take on New Beginnings

An inspiring evening in collaboration with The AMIR Project and the Buddy Film Foundation, two organisations that use film to empower and support refugees.

Rough Cut Service

Rough Cut Service

Documentary projects will privately meet with a panel of mentors with the aim of getting feedback on their rough cuts.

The Reckoning Project: Ukraine Testifies

The Reckoning Project: Ukraine Testifies

The Reckoning Project bears witness to the realities of the Russian invasion of Ukraine.

Delegations

Delegations

We are excited to welcome from Ukraine, South Africa, Nepal, Morocco and Kenya to the festival!

Guests Meet Guests

Guests Meet Guests

Join the Guest Meet Guest drinks to network, share ideas, and connect with fellow guests from the international film industry.

Dancefullness

Dancefullness

Dance away your stress and boost your creativity with the Taskovski Dancefullness LAB.

Impact Lab

Impact Lab

Een van de Jongens has officially launched the Impact Lab—a nine-month training programme for Dutch impact producers.

Take on Film & Impact Awards

Take on Film & Impact Awards

Projects selected for the Take on Film & Impact programme and the Rough Cut Service are eligible for a series of awards.

Award Night

Award Night

A total of seven awards will be presented during the Award Night ceremony.

Industry Partners

Industry Partners

Our Industry programme is made possible through the generous contribution of our partners.