Bear Damen x Decades | Film + Story Lab (2-day film workshop)

Two evenings focused on the foundations of filmmaking and storytelling led by writer & director Bear Damen.

Discover how to turn ideas into cinematic stories — from concept to camera — even if you’ve never made a film before.

Lab Highlights

• Hands-on learning — Shoot & edit a film in 2 days
• Professional guidance — Instructor feedback at every stage
• Collaborative — Work in teams like a real film crew
• Tangible outcome — Everyone leaves with a finished short film

Who's it for?

• Aspiring filmmakers
• Content creators
• Visual storytellers
• Students or hobbyists looking to explore film

Schedule
25 November, 17:30–22:30 (with dinner break)
Day 1 - The Foundations
Story, character, emotion, and the art of visual storytelling. Pitch your short film idea and start shaping your concept.

27 November, 17:30–22:30 (with dinner break)
Day 2 - Bringing It to Life
Collaborate in small teams, shoot your proof-of-concept, and present your short film to the group.
About the Master
Bear Damen (1986) is a Dutch-Indonesian filmmaker. His films include the short Synthesize Me, set in Mexico and selected for competition at SXSW. He is currently developing a feature film. With a vast background in short-form storytelling, Bear has directed music videos for artists such as James Blake (a UKMVA winner), Mac DeMarco & Benny Sings, and Royel Otis, among others.

⚠️EXTRA INFO:

• Students get 15% off with a valid ID.
• Optional dinner (from nearby pizza place): pizza + soft drink — €25.

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Host or Publisher Decades Collective