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This workshop is designed as a concrete and strategic form of support for the Ukrainian film ecosystem — strengthening creative development structures locally, offering continuity of professional training and linking Ukrainian talents with international industry know-how.

Selected projects cover a compelling spectrum of genres — from poetical drama to coming-of-age drama — reflecting the rich artistic perspectives present in the contemporary Ukrainian cinematic landscape.

Participants will collaborate with international professionals:

Mentors 2026

• Ivo Trajkov — script consultant

• Simone Baumann — producer mentor

Throughout the workshop, teams will work intensively on script development and focus also on financing, co-production pathways, and international potential.

Organisers & partners

MIDPOINT Intensive Ukraine is jointly organised by:

• MIDPOINT Institute (capacity-building platform for film and series development in Central and Eastern Europe)

• House of Europe (funded by the European Union and implemented by Goethe-Institut — supporting collaboration between Ukrainian professionals and Europe)

• Balcony 48 (Kyiv-based boutique production company founded in 2022 by Veronika Stepanchuk and Christina Tynkevych) 

• Ukrainian State Film Agency (central executive body of the government which implements the state policy on cinematography including film production, distribution and promotion of Ukrainian films both in Ukraine and worldwide)

• Lviv Culture Hub (implemented by UNESCO with the support of  the Ministry of Culture of Ukraine and the National Commission for UNESCO of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Ukraine )

  
  Meet the projects and participants below!