The GazteDoku initiative, organized in conjunction with Fundación SGAE and supported by the EHU, has received 25 projects in its first call. The program will offer activities to the selected participants during the 68th edition of the Festival, taking place from November 20th to 27th.
The program aims to facilitate the transition from audiovisual training to the professional sphere, providing tools to develop ideas, discuss them with specialists, and establish initial contacts within the film industry. Its name combines the Basque words "gazte" (young) and "dokumentala" (documentary), reflecting a commitment to supporting a new generation of creators interested in non-fiction cinema.
From the 25 received projects, eight proposals have been selected: four from the Basque Country and four from other parts of Spain. These teams will have the opportunity to present their projects and work on them with mentors and industry professionals during Zinebi 68.
“"GazteDoku will award two development grants of 3,000 euros each, one for a project from the Basque Country and another from the rest of Spain. Both will also be guaranteed participation in the ZINEBI 2027 Professional Forum."
GazteDoku joins Zinebi's professional segment, strengthening the connection between film training and ZINEBI Networking. Additionally, Zinebi 68 will host the 20th edition of the Bilbao Documentary Film Professional Forum.
