EAST, MATCH, GO! 2023
Co-production & Networking Platform at the 6th BEAST - Festival of Central & Eastern European Film
EAST, MATCH, GO! — Co-Production & Networking Platform 2023
The 2023 edition of East, Match, Go! will be held in Porto September 30 – October 01
VENUE: BATALHA CENTRO DE CINEMA — Praça da Batalha 47, 4000-101 Porto
East Match, Go! includes four main events:
V4 Connect — Pitching Session
Featuring V4 Connect with sessions of film pitching where filmmakers from Czech Republic, Hungary, Poland and Slovakia will have the opportunity to present their projects to a panel of industry experts, potential co-producers, and financiers. This platform enables filmmakers to showcase their work, receive constructive feedback, and gain exposure to potential funding and distribution opportunities in Portugal, predominantly Porto and the Northern region.
Selected projects 2023:
🎤 TWENTY-SEVEN
live-action feature debut, Slovakia
Katarína Tomková, producer
Gregor Valentovič, director
prod. company: Punkchart (SK)
🎤 SUN AND HORIZON
animated road movie documentary, Czech Republic
Jana Počtová, director
Jakub Pinkava, producer
prod. company: PUNK film (CZ)
🎤 VOICE/OVER
hybrid creative documentary, Czech Republic/Hungary
Bálint Révész, director
Viki Réka Kiss, producer
main prod. company: PINK (CZ)
Industry Matchmaking Session
Central to this film co-production and networking platform are the matchmaking meetings, which have been curated to facilitate targeted interactions between film professionals from Portugal and Central & Eastern Europe. These one-on-one meetings offer a focused environment where participants can discuss project ideas, explore potential collaborations, and forge meaningful partnerships.
Let’s Talk! — Panels & inspirational talks
Complementing the matchmaking meetings and film pitching sessions, a series of panel discussions will delve into key industry topics such as broadcast strategies, short film production, and the social-political impact of cinema. Renowned industry professionals will share their expertise, insights, and best practices, offering participants a deeper understanding of the evolving film landscape and the latest industry trends across Eastern Europe and Portugal.
PROGRAM 2023
🗓️ Saturday, September 30th — Day 1
🕚 11:00 AM – Welcome Coffee + Introduction
Get ready to connect as we kick off this epic event with an introduction to the whole co-production platform.
🕦 11:30 AM – Panel Discussion #1 — The Rise of Co-production
This panel discussion will explore the vibrant world of short film production in Portugal, focusing on the synergy between three key players: film schools, funding institutions, and distribution companies. The conversation will delve into how three prominent Portuguese institutions approach the task of expanding their reach globally and forging meaningful partnerships on the international stage.
Speakers:
Mário Gomes (Filmaporto — Film Commision)
Victor Candeias (DocNomads)
Moderated by Radu Sticlea
🥐 1:30 PM – Lunch Break
🕒 3:15 PM – Pitching Session (V4Connect)
Get your pens and notepads ready and witness presentations of selected feature films in development from the Visegrad Group countries.
🕔 5:00 – 6:00 PM – Freestyle Networking Meetings
Connect with like-minded professionals, brainstorm new projects, and form alliances right after our pitching session during our freestyle networking hour.
🗓️ Sunday, October 1st — Day 2
🕚 11:00 – 12:00 AM – One-on-One Matchmaking Meetings (part 1)
🕧 12:30 PM – Panel Discussion #2 – Navigating the Cinematic Treasury: Strategies and Techniques for Securing Short Film Funding
– in partnership with Institute of Documentary Film (IDF)
Embark on a comprehensive exploration of the intricate financial landscape of short filmmaking with our case study. In this analysis, we delve into the strategies and techniques employed by successful filmmakers to secure the funding necessary to bring their creative visions to life on the silver screen.
Speakers:
Olga Lucovnicova – director
Špela Čadež – director and producer
Mariana Gaivão – director
Moderated by Cátia Rodriques
🥐 1:30 PM – Lunch Break
🕒 3:00 – 4:30 PM – One-on-One Matchmaking Meetings (part 2)
🕔 5:00 PM – Panel Discussion #3 – Film Festivals & Innovative Approaches
The panel on “Film Festivals & Innovative Approaches” invites professionals from the CEE region and Portugal, each representing a festival that is making waves in the industry.
The discussion will center on the strategies that these festivals employ to attract, engage, and retain audiences in new and dynamic ways. In an era of ever-evolving audience preferences, these festivals are leading the charge in experimenting with interactive experiences, community engagement, and innovative marketing tactics.
Speakers:
Pawel Kosun (Spektrum Film Festival)
Milan Šimánek (BRNO16 Film Festival)
Kata Incze (Primanima)
Rita Capucho (Porto Femme International Film Festival)
Radu Sticlea (BEAST International Film Festival)
🕕 6:00 – 7:00 PM – Industry Closing Ceremony (Cocktail Evening)
Let’s raise our glasses to celebrate the culmination of this event! Toast to new friendships, partnerships, and the collaboration between Portugal and Central and Eastern Europe!
Inquiries: industry@beastfilm.pt
