Lucija Stojević and Andrés Bartos Amory: Animation and Innovation: Rethinking Documentary Storytelling

Animation is redefining the boundaries of creative storytelling, while innovation in documentary filmmaking is opening fresh ways to engage audiences and amplify real-world impact.

Join award-winning filmmakers Lucija Stojević and Andrés Bartos for a two-hour, in-person masterclass at the #DocsConnect Conscious Filmmaking Lab in Sitges. Together they dive into blending animation with groundbreaking documentary forms, sharing deep insight into financing, narrative design, and creative processes.

This session addresses filmmakers with projects in early development, hybrid formats, or anyone wanting to push beyond conventions while staying rooted in purpose and vision. The program is rich with case studies, film clips, and candid stories from works premiered at Annecy, IDFA, DocsBarcelona, and other international forums.

Date: 16 October, 15:00-17:30
Location: Sitges (venue address provided after ticket purchase)
Price: €35 + VAT
Special student rate available — contact us for details.

What You’ll Learn

Animation vs. Innovative Documentary Storytelling
An exploration of how animated techniques and documentary approaches intersect. Creative guidance for choosing the format that serves each story best.

Financing Opportunities
Real-world strategies for funding inventive hybrid and animation-documentary projects. Lessons drawn from actual applications, coproductions, and industry labs.

Creative Challenges in Your New Project
A practical toolbox to confront early development hurdles. Reflection exercises based on your own ideas, and direction on risks that lead to rewards.

Clips, Purpose, and Vision
Viewing curated excerpts from award-winning animated and documentary works. Deep discussion about the role of form in storytelling and why a strong, coherent vision matters now more than ever.

Seats are limited and expected to fill fast. Register now to secure your place.