IFFR Pro
Programme IFFR 2026
IFFR Pro presents a full industry programme of incisive panels, conversations, daily networking receptions and parties.
Overview of films
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IFFR Pro Dialogue: Tomorrow in Sight – Making the Personal Political
This panel explores how filmmakers harness bold storytelling and distinctive aesthetic choices to engage with urgent social realities and proposed social evolutions. -
IFFR Pro Dialogue: African Indies – A Continent of New Directions
What does a vibrant, self-sustaining future for African independent cinema look like? -
Meet the Experts: A Second Pair of Eyes – Working with a Script Editor
What does a script editor bring to a film, and why do directors need one? -
IFFR Pro Dialogue: Are Film Festivals Sustainable?
Leaders from across the film festival sector discuss how future-focused strategies and diversified funding sources can strengthen impact, relevance and resilience. -
IFFR Pro Dialogue: Let’s Talk About Sex, Baby
The challenges, opportunities and fun in bringing sex to the screen – from preproduction and funding all the way to audience Q&As. -
Reality Check: Lightroom
Building future pathways for immersive storytelling: development, production and circulation. -
Meet the Experts: Measuring the Presence of Disabled Above-the-Line Creatives
Producer Samm Haillay presents his research tracking disabled filmmakers’ representation at A-list festivals. -
IFFR Pro Dialogue: Story Sovereignty – Decolonising Indigenous Filmmaking
Indigenous filmmakers are reclaiming their narratives – how can the industry support them to reach the broadest audiences? -
Art Directions 2026 Opening & Press Welcome Drinks
Access exclusively for Art Directions and press badge-holders, or by invitation. -
Meet the Experts: Producing on a Shoestring
Katriel Schory will share his insight into the process and challenges of making a feature film with limited resources. -
Meet the Experts: Alternative Distribution – Work It!
As a filmmaker, how can you take an active role in distributing your work, and what possibilities are there? -
IFFR Pro Industry Party
Dance the night away at BIRD for the famed IFFR Pro Party – a sure-to-be festival highlight. Access for press and industry badge-holders only.