Where and when does Meet the Docs (MTD) take place?
The documentary platform MTD, launched by the EFM in cooperation with the European Documentary Network, is based in the MGB gallery (Stand G6, first floor). All registered and accredited EFM and Festival attendees have access to this MTD information point in the MGB, as well as to the daily information session – Meet the Distributors – about documentary distribution opportunities (EFM Lounge, second floor). For more details, see Meet the Docs
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.. Who can attend the EFM Industry Debates? Where and when do they take place?
The EFM Industry Debates are open to all registered and accredited EFM and Festival attendees. Please be advised to register online in advance here.
. The series of three debates - hosted by the Commerzbank Berlin, in cooperation with Screen International, The Hollywood Reporter and Variety - take place at the Gropius Mirror Restaurant (opposite the MGB) on Friday Feb 12, Saturday Feb 13 and Sunday Feb 14, 2010 from 4 - 5 pm, followed by a networking cocktail.
What films are showcased at Straight from Sundance?
This special Market side bar creates a direct pipeline between the EFM and the Sundance Film Festival. EFM buyers get a first crack at new US independents, fresh from their screening in Sundance. For more details, see Straight from Sundance.
. What is Books at Berlinale?
Books at Berlinale is a series of activities bringing the publishing and film "worlds" closer together during the Berlinale. These include the Frankfurt Book Fair umbrella stand at the EFM (in 2010 at the MGB, Stand G7, first floor) where publishers and literary agents exhibit new projects. In addition, special programmes take place during the Berlinale Co-Production Market: case studies of literary adaptations, an info session for publishers and the half-day programme "Breakfast & Books" (Tuesday, Feb 16, 2010) presenting brand-new novels and bestsellers with screen adaptation potential. For more details, see Books at Berlinale.
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