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 events are free to visit — just register for a ticket via the programme pages.

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

Meet the Activist

Meet the Activist

20 March | The eight activists from the Activist Lens films are introduced and interviewed about their work.

Journalism Under Pressure

Journalism Under Pressure

21 March | A panel discussion on the vital work of journalists around the world.

Take on Inconvenient Truth in Film

Take on Inconvenient Truth in Film

22 March | This panel discussion explores how filmmakers, artists and activists confront power.

Dancefullness

Dancefullness

22 March | Come and experience why conscious dance is a game-changer for the film industry.

Take on Film & Impact

Take on Film & Impact

23 & 24 March | 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

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

Take on Displaced Filmmakers

Take on Displaced Filmmakers

23 March | A full day dedicated to exploring how artists transform experiences of migration, exile, and resilience into powerful cinema.

Masterclass Mental Health in Documentary Filmmaking

Masterclass Mental Health in Documentary Filmmaking

24 March | Masterclass by Rebecca Day.

Deep Dive Navigating Trauma in Documentary Work

Deep Dive Navigating Trauma in Documentary Work

25 March | A workshop for film professionals who work with sensitive material.

Take on Archive Work

Take on Archive Work

25 March | In this Artist Talk filmmaker Sara Rajaei (City of Poets) shares her practice of working with archive materials.

Dutch Film in the European Ecosystem

Dutch Film in the European Ecosystem

25 March | Panel discussion on the current position of Dutch film within the European ecosystem.

ESTAFET: The Hague’s Makers Climate

ESTAFET: The Hague’s Makers Climate

25 March | First edition of ESTAFET, an event series that contribute to a dynamic and sustainable film and media ecosystem in The Hague.

Take on Documentary Dilemmas

Take on Documentary Dilemmas

25 March | A special double edition of Documentary Dilemmas with DAFF and DDG.

Award Night

Award Night

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

Buddy Career Day

Buddy Career Day

26 March | A screenwriting workshop with directors Nanouk Leopold and Sara Rajaei. Presented by Buddy Film Foundation & Scope.

Take on New Beginnings

Take on New Beginnings

26 March | Short films by The AMIR Project, ReFOCUS Media Labs and the Buddy Film Foundation.

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.

Guest List

Guest List

In the Guest List, you will find accredited guests attending this year’s festival.

Rough Cut Service

Rough Cut Service

Selected rough cut projects will receive tailored feedback during the festival days by our partners.

Industry Partners

Industry Partners

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