Press Release: The 2025 Talents and Jury of the Talents Footprints - Mastercard Enablement Programme
We are very pleased to share with you the 201 selected filmmakers who we will welcome to Berlin from February 15-20, 2025. Not only that, but the globally unique Talents Footprints - Mastercard Enablement Programme will return for its fifth edition with an exciting new jury.
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Berlinale Talents 2025 Theme: Listen Courageously – Cinematic Narratives in Times of Dissonance
The art of listening will be the overarching theme for the 23rd edition of Berlinale Talents, the vibrant talent hub of the Berlin International Film Festival. Listening intently, considerately, carefully, and most importantly, courageously, builds upon the foundation of last year's “Common Tongues – Speaking Out in the Language of Cinema”, and will allow Berlinale Talents to continue and deepen its exploration of communication through film.
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The 2025 Talents Labs Projects
Each year, 40 filmmakers who apply with a project are selected for our Labs, the Doc Station, Script Station, Short Form Station and Talent Project Market. Check out the projects selected for Berlinale Talents 2025.
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Berlinale Talents Alumni Network
From festivals and awards, to interviews and project updates, our alumni are a busy bunch, and we're always happy to share their good news. Check out our Alumni Network page to stay connected and up to date with all the latest from the Berlinale Talents Alumni Community.
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Join the Berlinale Talents Circle of Friends
The saying goes, it takes a village to raise a child, and we believe it takes a village to nurture talent too. You can become a part of that effort by joining the Berlinale Talents Circle of Friends and help support our future Talents. By making a contribution, no matter the size, you are helping ensure the next generation of Talents from all over the world can join us in Berlin and gain access to international networks, joint projects and shared visions.
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