Industry

During the Movies that Matter Industry Days (25 – 29 March) we present a line-up of workshops, panel discussions, pitches and masterclasses on film and human rights. Applications for accreditation are now open.

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Accreditation:
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Accreditation:
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We welcome press and film and human rights professionals. Three types of accreditation passes are available.

Programme overview

Programme overview

See the overview of all Industry programmes during the Movies that Matter Festival 2023.

Cinema without Borders

Cinema without Borders

A multi-day interactive workshop program for film festival organizers to strengthen new human rights film festivals and make existing festivals sustainable. Through these workshops, participants connect with like-minded festivals, share ideas, build networks, and inspire and assist festival organizers.

Take on Film & Impact

Take on Film & Impact

A selection of documentary film projects on human rights and/or social or environmental issues were chosen to take part in this impact strategy programme.

Rough Cut Service

Rough Cut Service

This year, Movies that Matter is organising its annual Rough Cut Service for the third time! Eight documentary projects from around the world are selected for the Movies that Matter Rough Cut Service 2023. They all address relevant and urgent topics and issues with great cinematic and narrative storytelling.

Film submissions: closed

Film submissions: closed

Film submissions for the Movies that Matter Festival 2023 (24 March – 1 April) are now closed. Submissions for the Movies that Matter Festival 2024 will open from 15 May 2023.