Thursday, April 24th | 4.30pm – 6.00pm | Frieda23, Diele

Attending a festival is not just an opportunity to showcase films but also a chance to make new connections, gather inspiration, and expand your network. But how do you prepare? How do you find the events that truly benefit you, and how do you engage with the right people?

Arne Papenhagen, Managing Director of the Institute for New Media Rostock, and Philipp Aubel, Project Manager at the German Federation of Film Clubs for Children and Young People, will share tips on planning, networking, and selecting the right events to make your festival experience as enriching as possible. Plus, Philipp can give you insights into how film festivals in Germany work and what filmfestivals4u is all about.