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We at FEST have been in isolation for a over a month now, in a climate of constant uncertainty, that we know to be general for all people. 

As a place of discussion between film industry professionals, FEST will try to shed some light on some of the questions that have been haunting film professionals, by asking a series of renowned professionals what is their take on the subject. 

FEST - Interviews will revolve around the subject: "The New Reality of the Film Industry after the COVID-19 pandemic - the Current and Future State of the Film Industry"

Starting on the 24th of April, you can access them on FEST's YouTube channel, Facebook page, or Instagram profile.
 

The COVID-19 pandemic is affecting all aspects of the industry. Exhibitors, Producers, Filmmakers, Producers, Sales Agents, Distributors, and other professionals largely had to shutter their businesses as we wait for this to end.
As the pandemic continues to spread across the planet, it is clear that the current disruption will not end once the pandemic is under control, with many in the industry acknowledging that things will never be the same, neither for the film business nor for society at large.

Invited industry professionals will discuss how the film industry is operating under the current shutdown, how existing and future productions are being handled, and most importantly, how can one strategically learn and plan for a future during this uncertain time. 

Our first schedule of interviews with industry professional are the following:

Peter Webber
The renowned British director responsible for The Girl With the Pearl Earing will be our first guest to share his opinions on how this pandemic has affected and will continue to affect the film industry.
When?  Friday 24th April 2020, 3.30 pm. 
Where? FEST's YouTube channel, Facebook page, or Instagram profile.

Ilann Girard
CEO of OLFFI (www.olffi.com) and Multi-awarded producer who executive produced several films among which Renaissance, March of the Penguins and Plastic Planet. He has produced Goodbye Bafana, Lebanon. Ilann set up Arsam in 2002 to advise film and television producers from all around the world on the development and financing of their projects
When? Monday 27th April 2020, 1 pm.
Where? FEST's YouTube channel, Facebook page, or Instagram profile.

Nancy Bishop
Nancy Bishop is an Emmy-nominated casting director, author, acting coach, and head of the Film Acting Department at the Prague Film School.
When? Tuesday 28th April 2020, 1 pm.
Where? FEST's YouTube channel, Facebook page, or Instagram profile.

Polly Duval
Polly Duval is a British post-production supervisor based in London, that for over 20 years has been working at the heart of British independent film. Her works include Brooklyn and An Education.
When? Wednesday 29th April 2020, 1 pm.
Where? FEST's YouTube channel, Facebook page, or Instagram profile.

Ken Loach
Ken Loach is a renowned British director known for his work in the field of social realism films. His works include The Wind That Shaked the Barley and I, Daniel Blake.
When? Thursday 30th April 2020, 1 pm.
Where? FEST's YouTube channel, Facebook page, or Instagram profile.

Paul Miller
The British producer first became a household name due to his production work on John Sayles’ Lone Star. In addition to his film production success, he has also been at the forefront of the film financing scene.
When? Friday 1st April 2020, 1 pm.
Where? FEST's YouTube channel, Facebook page, or Instagram profile.