CPH:DOX Conference Explores AI, Immersive Storytelling, Investigative Journalism
The Copenhagen Intl. Documentary Film Festival (CPH:DOX) conference program will delve into topical themes shaping documentary filmmaking, including:
* Artificial intelligence in non-fiction
* Immersive storytelling techniques
* Investigative journalism challenges
* Climate justice advocacy
Industry leaders confirmed for the March 24-28 conference (presented in partnership with Documentary Campus) include Christo Grozev, James Jones, Alexis Bloom, Kate Townsend, Sam Soko, Mstyslav Chernov, and Nathan Grossman.
Mandy Chang, former head of BBC Storyville and global documentaries at Fremantle, curates the event. CPH:DOX's Mara Gourd-Mercado emphasizes the conference's platform for "exploring how documentary filmmaking shapes the world around us."
Donata von Perfall, managing director of Documentary Campus, highlights the shared values and sense of responsibility within the documentary filmmaking community. The conference serves as a forum for discussing industry challenges, fostering innovation, and celebrating impactful storytelling.
The conference agenda features:
* CPH:DOX Summit (March 24) Kick-off event.
* "A Morning With..." (March 25-27) Conversations with filmmakers Violet Du Feng, Sam Soko, and Mark Cousins.
* "Dialogues" Sessions on creative processes, industry trends, and the evolving role of documentaries in the digital age.
* Afternoon panels Covering industry matters such as investigative journalism, production financing, and distribution strategies.
* "Climate Story Lab Nordic" (March 28) Examining documentaries' impact on climate justice advocacy.