NEW Deadline: December 6
AGORA XR Lab, is TIDF AGORA’s new initiative, a workshop dedicated to XR and new media projects in development. It is designed for emerging storytellers keen to explore new forms of expression in factual and non-factual storytelling and pushing the boundaries of what audiovisual work can be in the digital age. We encourage emerging artists from different career paths and artistic backgrounds to submit their projects for this opportunity. The focus is on projects that bridge the realms of film, digital media, new tech, and performing arts. AGORA XR Lab fosters innovation and collaboration by supporting creative, interdisciplinary partnerships in film, the arts, science, technology, and social impact initiatives.
We are honored to have Vassiliki Khonsari as the lead mentor for this inaugural edition. Khonsari is an award-winning creative producer and writer, and the co-founder of iNK Stories, a New York City-based studio renowned for pioneering storytelling across games, films, XR, and immersive experiences.
What are we looking for?
- We welcome entries from: immersive and new media projects that experiment with innovative formats and emerging technology to tell stories and reflect on fiction, non-fiction and anything in between.This encompasses a diverse array of fields, including immersive storytelling, web experiences, digital art, gaming, audio narratives, physical installations, and artworks utilising AI, XR and other cutting-edge technologies.
- Projects should be either produced or co-produced by a country within the above mentioned regions or contain elements in the story that link them to these regions.
- Projects should have at least two creative members attached (such as creator-creator or creator-producer team) and can be in all stages of development. If selected, up to two participants per project must attend all sessions of the AGORA XR Lab and be able to commit to the full process. We recommend that you apply and attend as a team, which means having the appropriate collaborator before you apply.
The application and additional materials should be submitted in English.
The application must include:
- AGORA XR Lab Application Form:
Applicants should submit the online Application Form (in English) in order for the project to be considered for selection. Please make sure to complete the form thoroughly. Once you have completed the online form you cannot make changes. Elements from the application form will be used for catalogue information should your project be selected.
- Project’s File – one PDF:
Materials must be included in one PDF file, attached to the online application form, including the following:
- Working Title
- Logline
- Synopsis or treatment (up to 2 pages)
- Thoughts about target audience and distribution, including initial thoughts on how you envision the execution of your idea – please mention up to 3 comparative projects you are inspired by. (Up to 3 pages)
- Thoughts about what will be gained from participation in the workshop
- Main production company profile (if applicable)
- Co-production company profile (if applicable)
- Core creative team bio profile(s)
- Producer(s) bio profile (if applicable)
- Financing plan (if available): a document in which you specify the amount of money you need to finance your project and how you’re going to obtain (or you have already obtained) said amount.
- Visual material (moodboard or online link to moving images)
- Examples of previous works (i.e. pictures, links etc. max. 2 pages)
TiDF27 AGORA XR Lab Applications – Available online here
For inquiries please contact: agora@filmfestival.gr
More information available here
