Each year, the Millenium Festival invites the greatest documentary filmmakers that have their heart set on sharing their field experience with film-lovers.
This year, we are proud to offer high-quality masterclasses with world-renowned filmmakers. Leading filmmakers, including director Ken Loach, will their expertise during the 17th edition of the Millennium Festival, which will take place from March 28 to April 6 2025. The programme of masterclasses provided an exceptional cinematic experience.
The Millenium Festival has the privilege of presenting a masterclass with a legend of engaged cinema: Ken Loach. A two-time Palme d’Or winner at Cannes, the British filmmaker has left an indelible mark on the history of cinema with his unique style and his ability to brilliantly blend cinematic art and social activism. His films, true mirrors of human struggles and realities, have influenced generations of cinephiles and continue to resonate with rare depth and authenticity.
This masterclass promises to be an exceptional moment, where Ken Loach will reflect on his entire body of work, his creative process, his distinctive style, and his artistic explorations. A fascinating dive into the universe of a filmmaker who has turned art into a tool for change and reflection.
Unfortunately, Ken Loach recently suffered an accident, preventing him from attending the festival in person. However, his passion for cinema and his desire to share his knowledge remain undiminished. He will record a special masterclass so that the Millenium Festival audience can still benefit from his expertise and unique vision of cinema.
Don’t miss this rare opportunity to engage with one of the greatest names in contemporary cinema, whose legacy continues to inspire and challenge the world around us.
30.03 – 10:30 / CIVA
Professional dialogues are dedicated to the creative laboratory of filmmakers, the questioning, doubts, and evolution of their ideas.
Florent VASSAULT, co-director of LE GARÇON:
What is the process of creating a fictional character and directing actors in the spirit of documentary filmmaking?
Jen DEBAUCHE, co-director of L’ANCRE:
Dive into the abyss of the human mind through a cinematic odyssey – an innovative and unprecedented experience in documentary cinema.
David MIKULAN, director of KIX:
How do you film a character who evolves in a negative way?
03.04 – 17:00-19:00 / MEDAA
This master class will bring together a number of industry experts to explore emerging opportunities in documentary film financing. Through their varied experiences, these professionals will share their knowledge about post-production, cost optimization, tax shelter mechanisms, cooperative production models and the role of banking institutions in supporting audiovisual projects.
A must-attend event for filmmakers, producers and enthusiasts wishing to gain a better understanding of innovative strategies for bringing their projects to fruition.
With the participation of:
- – Rada SESIC (NL/CRO/BiH):
Head of the documentary competition at Sarajevo FF and co-head of Docu Rough Cut Boutique. Head of Last Stop Trieste.
Member of the selection committee of the Doha Film Fund. - – Skan TRIKI: Specialist in post-production and innovations that could help reduce costs.
- – Alexandre WITTAMER: Administrator of taxshelter.be.
- – Thibaud DOPCHIE: Producer at Big Trouble in Little Belgium.
- – Béatrice GILMONT: Senior Relationship Manager at Triodos Bank.
- – Sophie SCHOUKENS: Filmmaker and producer at SOPHIMAGES.
The masterclasses are organized with the support of our partners: SCAM, SABAM, and ARPi. We thank them for their support and trust.
Reservations at: reservation@festivalmillenium.org