Session

Session

Navalny: Creating an Oscar-winning thriller

Step into the gripping world of a political documentary thriller as award-winning filmmaker Daniel Roher provides a behind-the-scenes look at the making of the Oscar-winner Navalny at Copenhagen TV Festival.

Prepare to be captivated as Roher shares the challenges, risks and remarkable stories that unfolded during the creation of the international mega-succes Navalny. Gain unprecedented access into the filmmaking process when Roher talks about his method of creating a thriller-like feeling when shooting the scenes and constructing the storyline. As part of the session Roher will share - for the first time on stage - his private drawings, sketches and notes from the complex production proces.

Through immersive visuals and compelling narratives, Navalny unveils a deeper insight into the leading Russian oppositionfigure Alexei Navalny and the spectacular result of the investigation into the poison-attack on him in 2020. Explore the ethical considerations and the responsibility that comes with telling such a powerful and controversial story. 

Don't miss this opportunity to gain insights, be inspired, and witness the power of documentary filmmaking to expose truth and spark meaningful change.

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