Intercepted, a co-production between Quebec, France and Ukraine, is one of the most remarkable documentaries of the year, having won awards at numerous festivals. In this case study, the film's producers reveal the keys to their success and the driving forces behind this productive collaboration.
In English | The Forum audience will be able to follow the discussions in English and French, which will be displayed on screen. The interpretation system (Wordly, an AI platform) also offers audio translations in English, French, and several other languages, accessible via mobile devices. We therefore recommend bringing your headphones.
Moderator
Sarah Spring, executive director DOC CANADA
Panelists
Giacomo Nudi and Rocío Barba Fuentes (Les Films Cosmos, Canada)
Pauline Tran Van Lieu (Hutong Productions, France)
Olha Beskhmelnytsina — via ZOOM (Moon Man, Ukraine)
Presented by the Consulat général de France à Québec
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