We invite you to this year’s three DOK Talks. Join us for discussions with filmmakers and get fascinating insights into their work processes.

The University Job – Ordeal or Jackpot?

Tuesday, 29/10, 16:00 | Zeitgeschichtliches Forum

How do people who alternate between teaching and practice achieve the balance between their own projects and educating? Is it possible to make your own films while teaching others the first steps? This discussion is moderated by Luc-Carolin Ziemann and takes place in German. A talk about teaching and learning and the associated synergies.

At Second Glance – On the Notion of the Political in Current Documentaries

Wednesday, 30/10 16:00 | Zeitgeschichtliches Forum

Three filmmakers whose films are screening during this year’s festival discuss the notion of the political in current documentaries. In order to sharpen our eyes to what lies hidden behind the images, we will discuss their aesthetic methods and approaches with these guests of DOK Leipzig 2024.

animation@DOK Leipzig – Spotting, Sampling, Reconnecting

Thursday, 31/10 16:00 | Zeitgeschichtliches Forum

This talk concerns itself with the exciting possibilities of archive material as source material or component of animation films. What treasures lie dormant in archives, only waiting to be discovered and transformed? The conversation will be moderated by Franka Sachse in English.

We look forward to welcoming you to these talks and to the inspiring conversations that will emerge. Your attendance is admission free.

Find more information in our press release or in our programme.