MEDICI is a unique annual training and exchange forum, designed exclusively for decision-makers of film funding organisations at national or international level. It leverages peer-to-peer exchanges to share best practices, inspire creative policymaking and enhance cultural strategies. MEDICI creates an open framework for in-depth discussions and free exchange.
The programme is tailored to the specific needs of public film funders and is presented by highly qualified experts from the audiovisual industry.
Over 2.5 days, participants engage in in-depth discussions, evaluate existing funding schemes and programmes, and gain valuable insights into the evolving film landscape.
The 13th edition of the MEDICI workshop focused on:
1. Harnessing AI for Film Funding Institutions.
2. How Can Selective and Automatic Film Funding Coexist?
3. How Does Film Funding Deal with Political Responsibility and Demands?
Speakers
- Sandra den Hamer, CEO of the Netherlands Film Fund (Holland)
- Claus Ladegaard, CEO of the Danish Film Institute (Denmark)
- Katri Manninen, Screenwriter, Showrunner and AI Researcher (Finland)
- Richard Naylor, Director BOP Consulting (UK)
- Dr. Natalie Sabanadze, Senior Research Fellow at Chatham House (UK, Georgia)
- Sten-Kristian Saluveer, Strategist, Head of Cannes NEXT and CEO of Storytek Innovation & Venture Studio (Estonia)
- Edith Sepp, CEO of the Estonian Film Institute (Estonia)
- Marianna Vargas Gurilieva, Director if the Dominican Film Agency DGCine (Dominican Republic)
The workshop offers a dynamic mix of presentations, group work and in-depth exchange to facilitate knowledge transfer and foster a collaborative learning environment.
All presentations are followed by Q&A sessions where participants can engage in dialogue with the speakers. During the breaks and over dinner, there is space for informal dialogue to ensure networking and the development of long-term professional relationships.
The final schedule and the list of all attendees is sent to the registered participants two weeks before the start of the workshop. The schedule includes detailed outlines and the biographies of all participants.
More information on the 14th edition of MEDICI will be announced in Spring 2025.
