Film Clubs Berlin

From Berlin Film Community

RSVP here does not guarantee a spot. 🚨 **Application at [FILMHACK.AI](https://filmhack.ai/) mandatory** 🚨 FILMHACK is a 48-hour, in-person hybrid filmmaking hackathon in Potsdam. 100 creators, 20+ teams, one weekend. You make a short film from scratch and watch it on a cinema screen on Sunday night. **The one rule:** every film has to contain something real. A performance, a voice, a place, a shot. Everything else is open. AI creators get a reason to work with real people and cameras. Filmmakers get to use AI without feeling like it all has to be AI. **How the weekend works** * **Thursday:** Opening panel on hybrid filmmaking and where AI production is heading. Networking after. * **Friday:** Registration, a short warm-up workshop, then the countdown starts at 17:00. Pitches, crew forming, drinks. * **Saturday:** Shoot, generate, record, edit. Mentors are on the floor. * **Sunday:** Submission at 17:00. Screening at the cinema at 19:00. Awards and a celebration. **Who it’s for** * Filmmakers who want to use AI in real production * AI creators who want a challenge, filmmaking know-how, and contacts * Writers who want to see their story on screen in two days * Editors who want to merge AI and filmmaking * Actors curious about hybrid productions You walk in curious. You walk out with a finished film and a workflow you can run again on Monday. **Good to know** * Free to attend * Free GenAI tokens * Application-based * 6.000€ Cash residency * In-kind prizes from our partners * No gatekeeping. If you’re curious and ready to make something, apply. Please note: RSVP here doesn't give you access to the challenge. 🚨 **Application at [FILMHACK.AI](https://filmhack.ai/) mandatory** 🚨

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Cinema Camerawork Workshop: Professional Film Camerawork

Sat, Nov 21, 8:00 AM

4.6

\*\*\* Note: In order to attend you must register and pay at https://berlinfilmcommunity.com/camerawork \*\*\* \*\*\* **Level:** Beginner. The workshop is conducted in English and costs 299€. **Membership** **Berlin Film Community members pay €269** \- save €30 on this course\. Membership costs €30/year and includes 10% off all workshops plus member-only events. When you purchase this workshop, your first year membership is included in the price. To find out more info about the Berlin Film Community visit our website. [https://berlinfilmcommunity.com/](http://%5Bhttps//berlinfilmcommunity.com/%5D(https://berlinfilmcommunity.com/) "\[https://berlinfilmcommunity.com/\](https://berlinfilmcommunity.com/)") This will be a very hands-on workshop that will be a mix of demonstration, practical exercises, and useful camerawork theory. You will learn how to set up both a Sony FX6 cinema camera, as well as a Sony mirrorless camera. You will attach accessories you would normally find on a film set to make these cameras ready for shooting. You will also learn how to break down, prepare for, and shoot a simple, pre-scripted scene with all participants getting to perform the different camera department roles. If you’re looking to advance your camerawork knowledge this workshop will help you take a few big steps down that road. This workshop is for beginners, however a basic understanding of camera basics such as aperture, shutter speed and ISO are extremely helpful. This will allow me to focus more on the filmmaking aspects of camerawork and be able to quickly go over the very basics and get more in-depth. The workshop will be taught in English and will be limited to 12 participants to give everyone the opportunity to have as much hands on time as possible. **Camerawork in Practice** Everyone in the class will get the opportunity to set up both cameras, use all the accessories, such as the follow focus, and shoot part of the scene. As we do this, we will rotate through the different roles, with everyone working diligently, as it would be on a film set. We will put our plan into action and tell our story as well as possible. **Camerawork Theory** While this is a very hands-on workshop, I feel that learning camerawork techniques and theory is also extremely important. The camera and accessories are tools which you learn so that you can get better at the creative aspects of filmmaking. In the theory section we will go over framing and composition, how to move the camera, and how to tell a story visually. I will also show you the basics of how to break down a scene. We will look at the tools which help different departments collaborate effectively and also help a set run efficiently. Shot lists, storyboards, and the production schedule are some of the tools that can break a script down into the individual shots that best tell our story and let everyone know what needs to be done and when. We will create our own shot list and schedule and plan our own shoot based on the already written script. We will then shoot that script as a lean, mean, filmmaking team. **Schedule** **Day 1:** Saturday, Nov. 21st – 09:00 – 16:00 * **Brief overview of Exposure triangle and shutter speed for film** * Aperture, shutter speed, ISO * Exposing for film – Don’t use your histogram * High speed shutter * Pushing shutter speed for effect or to gain light * **Exposure tools** * False color, Waveform, Histogram, Zebras * Protecting your highlights * Exposing your subject correctly – skin tones * Light meters & lighting ratios with demonstration * Maintaining consistency between shots * **Codecs and bit depth** * Raw, Log, compressed codecs * Picture profiles and LUT’s * Bit depth briefly explained * Dynamic range explained * **Camerawork theory** * Different shot sizes and what they mean * Camera Level – low, high, eye level and their impact * Camera motion – pan, tilt, dolly when to use them * 180 degree rule and eye lines * Breaking down a scene * **Building up a cinema camera package for a shoot** * Build up the Sony a7RII and Sony FX6 – cinema lenses, follow focus, focus monitor, and video village monitor. * Learn the what, how, and why behind all the different parts * Camera settings overview for both cameras. * **Q&A & Review** **Day 2:** Sunday, Nov. 22nd - 09:00 – 16:00 * **Test of knowledge from Day 1 & Q&A** * **Scene break down** * Breaking down the scene we will be shooting * Shot list, storyboard analysis, lighting diagrams * Determining which shots to group together & why * Estimating time for each shot set up * **Setting up the camera in a group** * Two teams will work together to set up each camera to be ready to shoot. * We will create a shooting schedule and shot list, determining how much of the script we think is possible in 2.5 hours. * **Shooting the scene** * Shoot the scripted scene using the schedule and shot list. * Camera operator, 1st assistant camera (focus puller), 2nd assistant camera, assistant director. We will rotate so everyone gets a chance to perform each role. * **Review of the raw footage** * Evaluate the footage together **About the Workshop Leader** Alex DePew has spent 17 years in the film industry as a Cinematographer and Gaffer, working on projects ranging from no-budget shorts, music videos, art projects, to ad campaigns for brands like Volkswagen, Loro Piana, and Adidas. He got his start in New York City, his hometown, and has shot all over the world. After moving to Berlin he found his passion for teaching and has taught hundreds of students over the past 9 years. Alex guides you through lighting craft with clarity and enthusiasm, making complex concepts accessible to all. Alongside Klaus Salminen and Linda Paganelli, he co-leads the Berlin Film Community, now a registered e.V. and home to a community of roughly 17,000 filmmakers and film-lovers. Got questions about the workshop? Reach out at alex@berlinfilmcommunity.com.

3 attendees

🎬 Live Show, Live Pitch and Networking for Creators in Film, TV, Media, and ∞

Sat, Nov 14, 6:00 PM

From Networking For Creators in Film, TV, Media and ∞

4.6

### 🎬 Live Show, Live Pitch and Networking for Creators in Film, TV, Media, and ∞🎬 📅 **Save the Date** **When:** 12.09 **Where:** mercure hotel berlin wittenbergplatz Are you a **filmmaker, producer, director, screenwriter, or actor**? Whether you’re an emerging talent or a seasoned pro, this is *the* event to **ignite your network and fuel your creative ambitions**. *** ### 🌟 What’s in Store 🎤 **Exclusive Live Interview** Be part of a special spotlight session — listen, learn, and get inspired by industry voices sharing their creative journeys and insights. Interview 🎬 **Tell Your Story / Pitch Your Project** Step into the spotlight and share your story, concept, or next big idea. 🕒 **Max 18 min slot — applications now open!** A powerful chance to make your vision heard and connect with collaborators. 🤝 **3 Dynamic Networking Rounds** Build meaningful connections with like-minded creators from the **film, TV, and media** industries. Exchange ideas, find partners, and spark new opportunities. 💫 **Special Announcement** Be among the first to hear about the **Beyond Visionary Mastermind** — a transformational experience for filmmakers and creatives ready to go *beyond limits.* *** 🎥 This is your opportunity to: ✨ Share your story ✨ Gain valuable insights into independent filmmaking ✨ Build authentic connections and ignite new collaborations *** 📩 **Questions or applications:** DM me or email **info@suzan-yumerova.com** 🚀 Don’t miss this chance to turn dreams into action. Let’s make magic happen — see you there! 📸 **Disclaimer:** By joining this event, you automatically agree to **the recording of video and audio** for promotional and documentation purposes. It will be livestreamed. #events #director #producer #scriptwriting #scriptwriter #hollywood #losangeles #films #movie #actor

3 attendees

Berlin Doc Meetup #35 - Sound Tips and Tricks and 90MIL Art School Screening

Tue, Nov 3, 6:00 PM

From Documentary Filmmakers in Berlin

4.8

Documentary filmmakers, producers, editors, cinematographers, composers, sound people are all welcome, no matter what your level of experience is :) Come from 19:00. The event will start at **19:30**, **[at SaliGari Bar](https://maps.app.goo.gl/Enj9jdcMvNqx9QnL9)**, in Friedrichshain. Here is the program: * Introduction Round / Announcements * Member talk: Tips & tricks in location sound * 90MIL art school film screening(s) * Networking \-\-\- Our events are free, but we would appreciate if you would have at least one drink, to support the bar which is kindly hosting us. Also, we normally ask for donations to cover our meetup.com costs. See you then :)

17 attendees

Filmmakers & Movie Nerds Meetup #200 🎉🥳🍾🎊

Sun, Nov 8, 4:00 PM

From Berlin Film Community

Curious what we do? Check our [Instagram](https://www.instagram.com/filmmakersandmovienerds/) ♥️ Would you like to meet some like-minded filmmakers? Start a project? Or do you need help with a movie you are currently working on? Are you new in the city and you'd like to meet people tinkering with movies? **Then you should join us!** We meet every Sunday. It’s important to us that we get to know each other in person. To create a community of connected people, work, learn and grow together. For film making you need a crew of reliable people with a positive can-do-attitude. This is the place to find them. Together, we will talk about these topics: * What you are currently working on * What you need help with * What would you like to help with * What you you would like to learn This is event is great for: * filmmakers * movie nerds * writers * camera operators * editors * actors * sound recorders * composers * gaffers * producers We are limiting the amount of people, so we can have a structured introduction and discussion. After that we get together loosely with some drinks and chats. And then we mostly go for dinner with a couple of us. **Important information**: *1\. To sustain and grow this amazing community\, we started a member contribution that is due every month\. The money we collect is used solely for the purpose of the community\. Of course you can come once or twice without contributing to check us out\!* *2\. This event may be photographed and filmed by us\. By attending\, you agree that you may appear in photo or video material used for our content and communication\.*

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Pitch and Planning Session # 62

Mon, Nov 9, 5:30 PM

4.6

The next Pitch and Planning Session will be on: [🕰️](https://static.xx.fbcdn.net/images/emoji.php/v9/t85/2/16/1f570.png) **Mon. Nov. 09th at 18:30** [📍](https://static.xx.fbcdn.net/images/emoji.php/v9/tcc/2/16/1f4cd.png)**House of Music** **RAW Gelande** **Revalerstr 99,** **10245 Berlin** The event is on the ground floor, by the bar. This is a very large and amazing space that we are now calling home. We are super looking forward to hearing your pitches and watching you meet people ready to help you make your films a reality in the really real world! Please note that this is a free event. In order to support the work we do, our community, and the lovely space that is gracious enough to let us hold events there, all we ask is that that you have 2 drinks of some kind or at least some snacks. That would help us out a lot! [🍸](https://static.xx.fbcdn.net/images/emoji.php/v9/tb/2/16/1f378.png) For those who are new, our Pitch and Planning Session is a monthly English language event held here in Berlin for people who have an idea for a film and would like to pitch it, as well as those people who are eager to work on films. It's all about getting films made. If you have a film idea that is burning a hole in your brain, tell the people in the audience your story idea and hopefully you will meet people who can help you make your idea into a reality! This event is also for people who want to help out in all aspects of filmmaking to help make these pitches happen. So if your passion is camera, sound, hair and makeup, writing, lighting, fighting, or anything that could help, you are always welcome. Whether you're new to filmmaking or experienced and want to work on something cool and creative, no matter what your area of expertise/interest is, this is for you! Be sure to show up to either pitch your idea or be ready to listen to some interesting pitches from excited people and potentially help someone make their film. Let's make some cool shit! If you still want more information you can head on over to our website: https://berlinfilmcommunity.com/pitch-planning.php I have been a part of making some of these pitched projects into real world movies and I have always had a blast.

19 attendees

Filmmakers & Movie Nerds Meetup #189

Sun, Nov 22, 4:00 PM

2 attendees

The Screenwriting's on the Wall

Tue, Nov 10, 6:00 PM

From Yorck Members Cinema Club

For those about to write -- let them come to Berlin! Think of us as a writers' room on the Iron Curtain. We help you turn ideas into Beat Sheets, and Beat Sheets into Scripts. Whatever your level -- we help you to raise your game. We also do a lot of table reads. And provide constructive feedback. And talk about books and films and shows we love -- and draw inspiration for our own projects from them. We workshop works-in-progress. We give you the tools -- you find your flow. Broadly speaking, we have ways to make you write!

1 attendee

'Wild Horse Nine' at Delphi Filmpalast 🎬

Fri, Nov 13, 4:00 PM

Let's get together for Martin McDonagh's new film, *Wild Horse Nine*, at Yorck's Delphi Filmpalast, and then head to a nearby bar for a drink and a chat about the movie. We'll meet in the cinema lobby at 17:00, watch the film together, and then find a nice spot nearby to share our thoughts, exchange impressions, and enjoy a good conversation about the film. **🎟️ Booking:** Yorck Unlimited members, please reserve your seat for the 17:00 screening and share your seat number in the comments so others can book nearby. Everyone else is welcome to book a regular ticket for the same screening. Book your seat here or via Yorck's mobile app: https://www.yorck.de/en/checkout/seats?sessionid=1013-6198 No film expertise required — just a love of cinema, good company, and perhaps a drink or two afterwards. Looking forward to meeting you all! 🍿

1 attendee

Berlin Screenwriters Network Monthly Happy Hour

Wed, Nov 4, 6:30 PM

From Berlin Screenwriters Network

From Berlin Photo Community: The ISO Club

**New Location: Kodex Bierhaus!** Join us at **Kodex Bierhaus (Ackerstraße 29, 10115 Berlin)** in Mitte on the first Wednesday of every month for a fun, casual evening of socialising with other Berlin screenwriters. No agenda. Just drinks and good conversation. It's an informal event, so just show up and meet some great people! Anyone working in or interested in the film industry is welcome to join us! Our Happy Hour takes place on the **first Wednesday of every month, starting at 7:30 PM**, and continues into the evening. Be sure to look for our sign on one of the tables. You can also join our Telegram channel for updates: [https://t.me/berlinscreenwriters](https://t.me/berlinscreenwriters) See you there! \- Chris Brennan

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📸 Portray and/or be portrayed in Hansaviertel!

Sat, Nov 7, 11:00 AM

4.9

**📸 Portray and/or Be Portrayed in Hansaviertel!** Our staple community portrait session is back in Hansaviertel, full of mid-century modernist post-war architecture (Interbau 57: Niemeyer, Aalto, Gropius) bordering the wild, untamed forest paths of western Tiergarten! The concept is simple: whether you want to shoot behind the lens, step in front of the camera as a model, or do both, we team up in small groups to co-create, experiment, and update our portfolios. Surrounded by golden autumn foliage, stone paths, and soft afternoon light, it’s all about relaxed collaboration, trying new angles, and connecting with fellow creatives in Berlin. **📍 Location - Hansaviertel:** * Our location will enrich our portraits with bold primary-colored concrete balconies, floating staircases, pilotis (concrete pillars), and clean geometric shadows, instantly transitioning across the road into overgrown lakeside greenery. **📅 Schedule (7.11.2026):** * **12:00 – 15:00** Hansaviertel * **15:00+** \- late lunch\, location to be provided later **Bring your camera, choose whether you want to** **portray, be portrayed, or both, and let’s co-create.** * We will rotate roles so there is only one active model at a time. * You'll work in small groups of 3–4 people * This format is inspired by our successful TFP (Time for Photos) sessions. **🌧️ Weather & Cancellation Policy** This is an outdoor event, so we rely on suitable conditions. In the case of rain or freezing temperatures, the event may be cancelled or rescheduled at very short notice. Please make sure to check Meetup (or turn on notifications) before heading out for any last-minute updates! **Check out the reel from our first "Portray and Be Portrayed" event:** **🔗** [View Reel](https://www.instagram.com/reel/DEXHaLhKFXc/?utm_source=ig_web_copy_link) **🎟️ Tickets & RSVP** * Price: Free! However, a voluntary donation of 5-10 € is highly appreciated. Your contributions directly support the club and help us keep organising future events. * PayPal: paypal.me/grzegorzforysiak **👥 Participant Requirements** * **Skill Level:** **Intermediate+ photographer.** You must have prior experience with (portrait) photography. All models are welcome! **⚙️ What to bring** If you have it, bring additional lighting tools (speedlights, constant lights, or reflectors). We will be actively experimenting with creative lighting solutions to cut through shadows or contrast against the urban backdrop. **🤝 Photo Sharing & Community Guidelines** To ensure a great experience for everyone, we ask all participants to agree to the following: * Public Social Media: If you want to post photos to Instagram (or other public media), you must get mutual permission from the other party (photographer/model) first * Share your favorite photos in our Discord and WhatsApp group (we might repost your best photos - you will be fully credited/invited to collaboration) * Give Credit: All public posts must tag the author, the model, @the_isoclub, and @_portraitscenter. * *Tip:* We highly recommend using [PicFlow](https://picflow.com/) to easily select and finalize photos that work for both parties! **📷 Media Release & Participation Agreement (TFP Basis)** The ISO Club runs on good energy and collaboration! Because our events are built around community and creative production, we operate on a mutual "Time for Photos" (TFP) framework. By RSVPing, you agree that organizers and fellow creators can snap photos/videos of you (including cool behind-the-scenes moments) to share in our Instagram Reels and promo materials. If you prefer not to be on camera, we totally get it, but this specific meetup might not be the right fit. Check out our full, formal legal disclosure and data rights here: [link](https://docs.google.com/document/d/1AUdMQjlS_lELS-J1hti7-YszZ-QVjMYvYSf5KTm_0zI/edit?tab=t.0#heading=h.iefaw0dm19du)

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