From February 14 to 17, 2025, the editing camp for the 13th generation of the Film School Future is Here…
Results
The Film School has played a key role in raising awareness about the importance of cinema as a tool for influencing society and addressing social issues. Every year, the Film School gathers between 10 to 15 young people, helping them take their first steps into the world of creative documentary filmmaking.
For 13 consecutive years, Future is Here has been the flagship training program of DokuFest’s educational mission, nurturing the talents of Kosovo’s youth and turning their creative aspirations into compelling documentary films.
Designed to be more than just a filmmaking workshop, Future is Here is a transformative journey where participants explore storytelling techniques, visual artistry, and critical thinking, all while fostering collaboration and self-expression. The program emphasizes hands-on learning, with participants actively involved in every stage of the filmmaking process—from conceptualizing ideas to final edits. By pairing emerging filmmakers with seasoned mentors and alumni, the program creates a unique space for skill-building, confidence development, and meaningful connections.
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The films created by the students premiere during a special screening night at DokuFest.
The enduring success of Future is Here highlights the transformative power of documentary filmmaking. As Kosovo’s cultural landscape evolves, programs like this ensure its future is not only secure but bursting with creativity and authenticity. For young filmmakers, the journey begins here—and for audiences, the stories they tell will resonate for years to come.
RESULTS:
—Encouraging the storytelling of authentic stories through film
—Development of the creative and technical capacities of the participants in the field of cinematography
—Providing mentorship from national and international film experts
—The participation of former students as mentors for the new generations
—The production of 87 documentary films
—The participation of 116 young people, 66 girls and 50 boys
—Young participants from 10 municipalities of Kosovo and 1 from Albania.
All films produced by Future is Here are available on DokuFest's Teachers Digital Library, an online platform managed by the DokuLab educational department. This platform features films and didactic materials designed to support the use of film in classrooms, aligned with the Curricular Framework of the Republic of Kosovo. Currently, it is accessible to over 400 teachers across Kosovo.
Future is Here is part of the Schools & Documentaries project, supported by the National Endowment for Democracy.
"Educational films serve as key tools to inspire change and promote intercultural dialogue in schools. They offer a unique opportunity for students to develop critical thinking skills, increase awareness about social and cultural issues, and encourage a more open and inclusive approach to learning. Through their powerful themes and impactful narratives, these educational films are rich resources that support innovative teaching and contribute to building a more informed, conscious, and democratic society."
DokuLab
DokuFest’s educational department DokuLab manages the FilmProduction Centre for Youth and empowers teachers in use of audiovisual tools in classroom in conjunction with traditional methods for deeper understanding of complex issues and promotion of social development of youth.
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