Industry programme
INDUSTRY
The BOO Industry Programme will feature experts from across Europe who will focus on topics related to audience development, audiovisual education and critical writing about short films. The programme will also address issues such as the production of television miniseries, intimacy (not only) in short films, and the significance of important failures. You can look forward to workshops, discussions, masterclasses, networking, and the unique interactive format of the International Industry Forum.
All industry events are accessible only with confirmed registration and valid industry accreditation (with the exception of Speed Networking, where confirmed registration is sufficient).
Workshop: How to Write About Short Films
November 3 – 7, Kino Kavalírka, DOX
This workshop focuses on developing skills in film criticism and reflection, specifically with regard to short films. Participants will learn about various formats of film writing (e.g., reviews, essays, festival catalog texts) and how to approach the analysis of short films. The workshop will be led by film critic and cultural journalist Pavel Sladký.
Language of the programme is Czech. Designed for students of film studies.
Insight into Audience Perception: Focus Group for Seniors
November 3, 2:00–3:30 p.m., Kino Kavalírka
Discussion between the 60+ audience and filmmakers
What does the audience expect from a film based on the synopsis, photos from the film, poster, or trailer? The programme offers filmmakers unique insight into the expectations and thinking of audiences over 60, while allowing 60+ viewers to share their opinions, experiences, and feedback directly with filmmakers.
Language of the programme is Czech. Designed for film producers and 60+ audiences.
Work Hard, Fail Hard
November 5, 7:00 p.m. – 8:30 p.m., DOX
An evening full of failures, because anyone can brag. Failures that aim to encourage and show that when something goes wrong, it doesn't necessarily mean the end of the world. The evening's guests, who will be Czech audiovisual professionals with a good dose of humor and self-reflection, will present situations and moments when they wanted to give up everything, but in the end they learned a lesson for their future work and rose from the ashes. We definitely recommend it to everyone in the film industry and the general public.
Language of the programme is Czech. Designed for general public.
Speed Networking
November 6, 10:00 a.m. – 12:30 p.m., DOX
Are you looking for female colleagues to join your team, want to present your new project, or just want to meet new people? In collaboration with the Girls in Film platform, we have prepared Speed Networking, where you will have the opportunity to chat and meet other women from various film professions. During short, dynamic meetings, you will quickly get to know each participant. Speed Networking is focused mainly on women, but everyone is welcome! Come and meet your future colleagues and introduce yourself or your project to others!
Languages of the programme are Czech and English. Designed for film industry.
Case study: Monyová
November 6, 1:30 p.m. – 3:00 p.m., DOX
How is a television miniseries created, from the initial idea to the final realization? TV Nova creative producer Klára Follová will present a case study of the upcoming miniseries Monyová, which recently won the grand prize at the Serial Killer festival and is inspired by the life of popular writer Simona Monyová. The masterclass will focus primarily on a detailed analysis of the production preparation, from the development of the concept, the assembly of the creative team, and the search for financing, to production planning and launch strategy. Programme will be introduced by Ilona Kleníková, publicist and author and moderator of podcast Hlas Heroine.
Language of the programme is Czech. Designed for producers and students of the film schools.
Intimacy in Film
November 6, 4:00 p.m. – 5:30 p.m., DOX
How should intimacy be approached on set in 2025? Why is it important for filmmakers and producers to consider involving intimacy coordinators from the very beginning of a film's development? And what about coordinating intimacy in short films, where there is no budget for it? These and many other questions related to approaches to intimate scenes in cinema will be answered in a joint discussion by intimacy coordinators Jana Neustupová and Martina Čurdová, together with actress Alžběta Malá. The discussion will be led by Ilona Kleníková, publicist and author and moderator of podcast Hlas Heroine.
Language of the programme is English. Designed for film industry and students of film schools.
Workshop: Audience Design | Understanding Your Audience
November 7, 10:00 a.m. – 2:00 p.m., DOX
In this practical workshop, you will try out Audience Design on your own project – you will test several key methods: mapping potential viewers, defining the main attraction of the film and its brief positioning, and choosing the first points of contact. We will work with simple templates and quick feedback from others so that you can get a feel for how the whole process works. The goal is to learn this way of thinking, try it out on your own material, and leave with a clear idea of how to use the tools further – from development and pitching to the release of the film.
Language of the programme is English. Designed for producers, filmmakers and students of the film schools.
International Industry Forum
November 7, 10:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m., DOX
The International Industry Forum invites professionals from all areas of the film industry to the largest Czech industry program dedicated to audience development and audiovisual education. Thanks to its unique interactive format, you can look forward to active participation, inspiration, and sharing experiences with other experts from European film festivals (Berlinale, Cinekid, BUFF, Olympia) and leading institutions (Eye Filmmuseum, Taartrovers, Spielfabrique, Film i Skåne).
Language of the programme is English. Designed for film industry.
Keynotes
Ewa Bojanowska | What is Audience Design?
Daniel Lundquist | Contemporary Scandinavian Cinema for Young People
Pantelis Panteloglou | Data on European Film for Children
Roundtable presentations
Thierry Baujard | Spielfabrique | Video games in cinemas: an opportunity to reach active communities
Melika Gothe | Berlinale | Generation Badge – 14plus
Tessa van Grafhorst | Taartrovers | How to do film education for the youngest
Sylke de Heus | Eye Filmmuseum | Film education for children with special needs
Jeanette Schjerva | Kids Kino – Network of Children's Cinemas in Sweden
Hidde de Vries | Cinekid and Kaptein Kort | Short film and young audiences
APA: Where have the viewers disappeared to?
November 7, 4:00 p.m. – 5:00 p.m., DOX
Petra Průšová will present the key findings of the Kantar 2024 study for APA (Association of Producers in Audiovisual), which aims to comprehensively describe the current state of the audiovisual industry in relation to the leisure activities of the Czech population. The research deliberately follows up on a similar study from 2014, offering a unique perspective on the changes and trends that have taken place over the last decade. The results of the study clearly show how Czech viewers watch films and series, how cinema attendance has changed, and how this behavior has evolved over time.
Language of the programme is Czech. Designed for film industry and students of film schools.
Something Like a Party: Industry Networking
November 7, 7:00 p.m., MeetFactory
The Something Like a Party: Industry Networking is an evening meeting of film and audiovisual professionals with a special emphasis on Czech-German connections. However, the event is also open to guests from other countries and creates space for international dialogue and sharing experiences. Closed event.
Language of the programme is English. Designed for film industry.