In this session, panellists will share insights on the key markers of a compelling short documentary, and how shorts can propel filmmakers into a breadth of opportunities in the industry.
Sky Documentaries, the home of world-class, real-life stories from award-winning and emerging filmmakers, has launched its first rolling documentary shorts fund, in partnership with APEX, aimed at filmmakers from underrepresented backgrounds. In this session, panellists will share insights on the key markers of a compelling short documentary, explore how form and length can elevate innovative storytelling, and how shorts can propel filmmakers into a breadth of opportunities in the industry.
Moderator: Poppy Dixon (Sky Documentaries)
Speakers: Elena Andreicheva, Cherish Otkea, Lindsey Dryden
Session Producer: Emma Bullimore
Supported by Sky Documentaries.