New Series Event Seriesly Berlin Reveals Conference Program

As a seasoned fan of captivating storytelling and a connoisseur of international series festivals, I am utterly thrilled about the upcoming Seriesly Berlin! With its diverse range of topics and esteemed speakers, it’s clear that this event aims to push boundaries and foster meaningful discussions on the future of television.

As a passionate film enthusiast, I’m thrilled to share that “Seriesly Berlin,” an exciting new series festival, has unveiled the initial themes and speakers for its two-day conference. This intellectual feast will unfold from September 16 to 18 at Fotografiska Berlin. Can’t wait!

Topics under discussion encompass a variety of subjects such as storytelling amidst artificial intelligence, using genres as camouflage, and complex female characters with imperfections, as well as the concept of an individual as ownership, and transformations from literature to broadcast media (both written works and podcasts).

The festival will additionally feature viewings of fresh television programs, accessible to all for a span of three consecutive days.

Eike Faecks, the head of Seriesly Berlin, expressed: “The industry doesn’t require another generic TV spectacle. Instead, we aim to construct a group consisting of creative, daring talents and innovative decision-makers, connecting culture and business. Authentic discussions. Innovative perspectives and styles. No empty talk or artificial intelligence controlling creativity.”

During the initial keynote speech, entitled “True Imagination,” creative consultant Tatjana Samopjan from Fractal Volcano in Stockholm is set to explore compelling and genuine storytelling techniques.

The initial scene, titled “Focus on Me,” delves into the struggle for visibility in today’s digital world. It begins with a broad perspective provided by Ampere Analysis, then progresses to a detailed analysis of recent trends, obstacles, and prospects. Notable participants include Marc Lorber from The Art of Coproduction and Nataly Kudiabor of UFA Fiction.

In a separate discussion, Ljubica Lukovic, the writer and originator of “Awake” (winner at Canneseries 2021), and Caroline Rosales, author, creator, and journalist of “Miki Unchained,” explore the progression of female protagonists and the art of maintaining a balance between strength and vulnerability without appearing overly perfect or flawless.

In a discussion entitled “Person as Property,” Isaure Pisani-Ferry, writer and co-creator of “Becoming Karl Lagerfeld,” and Christian Beetz from Beetz Brothers Filmproduction, who has produced films such as “Young Berlusconi” and “Juan Carlos,” will delve into the difficulties of employing intellectual property based on a real person, and discuss strategies for striking a balance between fact and fiction.

In this segment, we’ll shine a light on tales that originate from or are made within Berlin, focusing on the hidden artistic riches of the city. The “Berlin-made” series is designed to uncover the unexplored talents and beauty of the city. This session will include Henning Kamm from Real Film, among others, and delve into Berlin’s thriving creative scene.

“Uniting Brains: Pioneering Conference Discussions” gathers creative minds behind festivals and events like Gaia Tridente from MIA in Rome, Francesco Capurro from Series Mania Forum in Lille, and Marge Liiske of Industry@Tallinn & Baltic Event. They will unveil their strategies for maintaining captivating and innovative programming.

The genre, sometimes thought to be a lesser category, seems to defy this perception judging by the popularity of non-English series like “Dark,” “Squid Game” and “Money Heist.” A panel discussion titled “Genre as a Trojan Horse: Finding the Balance Between Art and Mainstream” will explore this topic. The participants include Spanish creator Alvaro Carmona (“Show Yourself”), writer-director Olivier Fox (“Nu,” “Osmosis”) and Anna Rhode-Seyfried from Beta Film, who will delve into strategies for creators to preserve their unique style while attaining mainstream success.

The discussion titled “Wild at Heart: Is Independent Film Production Becoming the Norm?” will feature Lucas Ochoa, a producer known for films such as “American Honey,” “The Witch,” and “Gangs of London,” along with writer and producer Anthony Alleyne. They’ll explore whether the independent spirit can foster innovation and adaptability in an industry undergoing change, characterized by fewer commission opportunities and stricter budget constraints.

The discussion titled “Adaptation Alchemy: Transforming Stories Across Pages, Sound, and Screen” will involve Josie Cyrus from Ink Factory, who is responsible for adapting John le Carré’s works like “The Night Manager,” and Jorgo Narjes of X Filme Creative Pool, the producer behind the successful series adaptation of the true crime podcast “Zeit Verbrechen.” They will delve into strategies for adapting tales from one format to another while preserving the original’s core.

2024-08-08 16:47

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