Masterclasses and Case Study

‘Synthetic Sincerity’ by Marc Isaacs
2 June | 16.00-17.00 | Pałac Potockich

An outstanding British documentary filmmaker, Marc Isaacs, will talk about his film ‘Synthetic Sincerity’ , which is presented in the festival’s Documentary Competition at the KFF. It combines both documentary and fictitious elements and it’s not always easy to tell where one ends and the other begins. In this case study, he will offer a substantial insight into how origins of the idea emerged and developed and explain how they worked together with the film’s characters to create a playful and resonant narrative structure that seeks to avoid predictability and convention.
In English
Free admission
The event is supported by: British Council | Scottish Documentary Institute

Masterclass: Kim Longinotto
3 June | 14.30-15.45 | Pałac Potockich

How can filmmakers portray complex realities without simplifying them or exploiting the stories of others? In this masterclass, acclaimed documentary filmmaker Kim Longinotto will discuss her distinctive approach to nonfiction cinema, built on empathy, trust and close observation. For more than five decades she has filmed people and communities across the world, often focusing on those confronting social injustice or living on the margins. Drawing on examples from her work, Longinotto will reflect on her observational method, the importance of building relationships with protagonists, and the ethics of representing difficult realities without sensationalism. The session will explore how documentary filmmaking can create understanding and solidarity across cultures.
In English
Free admission
The event is support ed by: British Council | Scottish Documentary Institute

Masterclass: Jay Rosenblatt
4 June | 16.00-17.00 | Pałac Potockich

Jay Rosenblatt’s masterclass will take the form of a conversation about his work and creative process. A two-time Academy Award–nominated director and the author of more than thirty-five films, Rosenblatt has long created cinema that explores the emotional and psychological experiences at the core of human life. During the session, Rosenblatt will speak about the sources of his artistic explorations, his work with archives and found footage, and the ways in which private emotions can be translated into the language of cinema. The conversation will be complemented by excerpts from selected films, offering insight into his distinctive style and the way he crafts evocative, often essayistic film forms. It will also be an opportunity to reflect on the artistic path of a filmmaker whose work has been presented, among other places, at the Museum of Modern Art in New York as well as in cinemas and film institutions worldwide.
Moderation: Artur Zaborski
In English
Free admission