As generative AI reshapes the future of filmmaking, a critical conversation is unfolding in Hollywood around responsible AI, clean models, creative rights, and intellectual property. This panel brings together the artistic force from Asteria, who are the creative powerhouse behind Moonvalley’s Marey, the industry’s first high-fidelity AI video generator trained exclusively on licensed data.

Step into the frontier of storytelling, worldbuilding, and AI. In this session, explore how artists and worldbuilders are leveraging generative AI to amplify content and immersive experiences. Hear from industry leaders at the forefront of this creative evolution as they share real-world use cases, breakthroughs, and responsible AI considerations. Join us and discover how to push the boundaries of imagination while keeping artistic intent at the center.

MODERATOR:

Joanna Popper (Founder, Laurel Beach, SatireAI)

SPEAKERS:

Paul Trillo (Partner & Executive Creative Director, Moonvalley + Asteria)

Sam Pressman (CEO, Pressman Film)

Edward Saatchi (CEO, Fable Simulation)

Christina Lee Storm (Co-Founder/Partner, Playbook PLBK/Governor, Television Academy)

MOONVALLEY + ASTERIA:

Moonvalley + Asteria represent a collaborative effort in the entertainment industry to develop and deploy ethically sourced and commercially safe generative AI for film and video production. Moonvalley’s flagship model is “Marey”, designed to provide filmmakers with precision control and high-fidelity results while adhering to ethical standards by exclusively using licensed data for training. Asteria is an artist-led generative AI film and animation studio that partners with Moonvalley. Founded by two-time Oscar nominee Bryn Mooser and co-founded with actress Natasha Lyonne, Asteria acts as a studio and consultant in the development and practical application of Moonvalley’s AI technology, ensuring it meets the needs of filmmakers and upholds creative integrity.

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Exclusive panel with highly experienced Moroccan producers. Come and hear real-life testimonials from foreign co-producers!

MODERATOR:

Karim Debbagh (Producer, Executive Producer, Kesbah Film)

SPEAKERS:

Nabyl Ayouch (Director, Producer, Ali N’ Production)

Simon de Santiago (Co-producer, Mod Producciones)

Hind Bensari (Director)

Vibeke Vogel (Co-producer, Bullitt Film)

Souad Lamriki (Producer, Executive Producer, Agora)

Jean Bréhat (Co-producer, Tessalit Productions)

Discover more about the panel here

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Hosted by the BFI at the 2025 Venice Production Bridge – From competitive tax incentives and funding opportunities to world class producers, talent and locations, the UK is an increasingly attractive co-production partner. Join our select panel of UK funders and producers as they go behind the scenes and discuss the opportunities offered by international collaboration and co-producing with the UK.

MODERATOR:

Wendy Mitchell

PANELLISTS:

Mia Bays

Denitsa Yordanova

Naima Abed

Kamilla Kristiane Hodøl

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Iranian director Mohammad Rasoulof is one of the prestigious guests of the “Conversations” section of the 21st Marrakech International Film Festival, where his latest film, the Cannes-premiered and -awarded “The Seed of the Sacred Fig” (Special Jury Prize), was also at the centre of a Gala Screening.

Ahead of his masterclass at the Moroccan event, asked about his switch, in “The Seed of the Sacred Fig“ , from more allegorical stories to a more direct representation of the “Women, Life, Freedom” movement – which is the crucial backdrop of the story – and about his choice to investigate, this time, a figure that directly represents the Iranian regime, the filmmaker in exile explains that it comes from his own experience of repression and persecution, and gives more details about the situation in his native country, in general and specifically for all artists, underlining that change is a slow process.

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The workshop, titled  “Accessible cinema: films for all” , introduces and explains the notion of ‘accessible filmmaking’, i.e. how filmmakers can collaborate with accessibility experts to ensure that films are accessible to all viewers across language and sensory boundaries.

After providing an overview of the legal framework supporting the provision of accessible films, the workshop presents the main features of subtitles for the deaf and hard of hearing (SDH) and of Audio description services for the blind and partially sighted audience.

At the end, the short film “Il Moro” by Daphne Di Cinto is presented in a fully accessible version, with English SDH, English audio subtitles and audio description.

The workshop is organised as part of the 27 Times Cinema Project, in partnership with Sub-Ti and Sub-Ti Access, to promote accessibility awareness among new generations of cinephiles who will be part of the future film industry.

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The five films were unveiled at the Venice film festival on Friday by five Members of the European Parliament: Laurence Farreng (Renew, France) Iban Garcia del Blanco (S&D, Spain), Emmanuel Maurel (The Left, France), Salima Yenbou (Renew, France) and Željana Zovko (EPP, Croatia).

The Vice-President of the European Parliament Evelyn Regner (AT, S&D) said:

“We love our European film, as it reflects our dreams, fears and hopes. European audiences proved their commitment last year, with 45 000 citizens participating in selecting the winning film. This year, each of the five films chosen offers a unique perspective on the challenges and chances that European society is encountering – empowering women and girls, growing social justice and equality as well as strengthening diversity. Now it’s time for you to choose the next winner together with us: look out for the free screenings in all EU countries, and have your say by rating the films on our platform.”

“20 000 Species of Bees”, by Spanish director Estibaliz Urresola Solaguren, tells the story of an eight-year-old who is suffering because people keep addressing them in ways that cause discomfort. During a summer in the Basque country, the child confides these worries to relatives and friends. But how can a mother handle her child’s quest for identity when she is herself still dealing with her own ambivalent parental legacy?

In “Fallen Leaves” by Finnish director Aki Kaurismäki, we meet two lonely souls who are searching for the love of their lives: their chance, poignant meeting on a Helsinki night is hampered by alcoholism on his part, lost contact details, and life in general, which has a knack for placing obstacles in the way of people aspiring to attain happiness.

“On the Adamant”, by French director Nicolas Philibert, is a documentary film zooming in on a unique day care centre: a floating structure located on the Seine in the heart of Paris. It welcomes adults living with mental disorders, offering them care that grounds them in time and space, and helps them to recover or keep up their spirits. The film invites us to get on board and meet the patients and caregivers who bring the centre to life day to day.

“Smoke Sauna Sisterhood” by Estonian director Anna Hints follows a group of women that gather in the safe darkness of a smoke sauna to share their innermost thoughts and secrets. Enveloped by a warm, dense heat, they bare all to expel fears and shame trapped in their bodies and regain their strength.

“The Teachers’ Lounge”, directed by Ilker Çatak and produced in Germany, tells a story about Carla, a young high school teacher, distinguished from her colleagues by her idealism. When a series of unsolved thefts sour the atmosphere among the teaching staff, Carla decides to investigate. With the help of a hidden camera and to everyone’s surprise, she exposes the thief but her revelation unleashes forces that slide steadily out of control and presents Carla with an unsolvable dilemma.

The five nominated films will be subtitled in the EU’s 24 official languages and screened in cinemas across the EU. Parliament’s Liaison offices will also organise free screenings in member states to promote the nominated films locally.

EU citizens who attend screenings will be able to rate the films out of five stars, starting from 1 September via the dedicated LUX award platform. The winner will be selected jointly by the Members of the European Parliament and the public’s ratings, each accounting for 50% of the final result. The winning film will be announced in March 2024 in a dedicated ceremony organised in the European Parliament.

The five finalist films are chosen by a LUX selection panel that comprises renowned film experts from across Europe, appointed each year by coordinators of Parliament’s Committee on Culture and Education. This year, the panel met on 28 June in Brussels.

Since 2020, the LUX – European Audience Film Award has been awarded by the European Parliament and the European Film Academy, in partnership with the European Commission and the Europa Cinemas network.

The European Parliament established the LUX Film Prize in 2007 to help distribute European films with high artistic quality that reflect cultural diversity in Europe and beyond, and that touch upon topics of common concern, such as human dignity, equality, non-discrimination, inclusion, tolerance, justice and solidarity.

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Meta-morfosi: come cambia l’intrattenimento (dall’animazione ai contenuti VR)

relatori:

modera: Valentina Martelli, Founder e CEO Good Girls Planet

Opening Boundaries: l’evoluzione del panorama italiano dallo storytelling alla distribuzione internazionale

relatori:

moderano: Valentina Martelli, Founder e CEO Good Girls Planet e Cristina Scognamillo, Founder Good Girls Planet

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Annual Seminar on Gender Equality and Inclusivity in the Film Industry

14.00 – 14.15

14.15 – 15.00

Presentations on research and statistics

15.00 – 15.45

Panel 

15.45 – 16.00

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Moderator: Philippe Reynaert (General Manager, Xanadu)

Introduction: Laurence Farreng (Member of the European Parliament)

Conclusion: Martin Dawson (Deputy Head of Unit Audiovisual Industry and Media Support Programmes, DG CONNECT European Commission)

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Moderator: Alec Von Bargen (Expert, TorinoFilmLab)

TorinoFilmLab proudly highlights ComedyLab: a truly unique platform that pairs experienced writers with talented comedians to create a harmonious fusion of expertise and comedic brilliance. An exclusive boutique that welcomes only up to four carefully selected projects with potential for international success and follow them with a tailor-made approach.

With an unwavering commitment to quality and innovation, through this new programme TorinoFilmLab provides personalized guidance, resources, and expert mentorship to develop the comedies’ potential.

In this captivating session, we dive deep into the profound ability of comedy in transcending cultural barriers and shaping compelling narratives. Comedies have long been the backbone of the industry, captivating audiences and creating unforgettable moments that transcend time and cultural boundaries.

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