Film Festivals

The next Pitch and Planning Session will be on: [🕰️](https://static.xx.fbcdn.net/images/emoji.php/v9/t85/2/16/1f570.png) **Tue. June 2nd at 19:00** [📍](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.

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!

**Hallo, Freunde!** Whether you’re a German language pro, a beginner, or somewhere in between, join us for a fun and social evening designed to practice your Deutsch, because well, let’s face it…Berlin is probably the worst place in Germany for that! **What to Expect:** * **Casual Conversations**: Practice your German in a relaxed and friendly environment—no pressure, just fun! * **All Levels Welcome**: From “Hallo, wie geht’s?” to crafting complex sentences, there’s room for everyone. * **Interactive Games**: Break the ice with language-themed games and activities designed to get you talking. * **Meet New People**: Connect with others who share your passion for learning languages. Whether you’re here to brush up on your skills or simply have a good time, you’ll leave with new friends, fresh phrases, and maybe a new favourite beer. 🍺🗣️ 🎯 **Pro Tip**: Bring a German-speaking friend or meet one here! Tag your fellow language lovers, grab a drink, and let’s make it a night of **Sprache & Spaß** (language & fun)! #SipHappens #GermanLanguageNight #SpracheUndSpaß **The usual information:** We always have several organisers there (male and female), so come say hello to us! We care to make sure that everyones enjoys themselves and we have **no tolerance for bad behaviour or creepiness.** **Follow us on Insta:** @siphappens.berlin **Join us on Telegram:** t.me/siphappens_berlin **👉 Other important notes:** \- 🍸 The locations we visit are bars and clubs\, they are businesses and we are able to keep these events free ONLY if people buy drinks\. Please respect the locations and the event by making purchases \- 🦹‍♂️ Remember to keep an eye on your belongings and prioritize your own well\-being\. We are not responsible for any lost items or personal issues\. \- 📷 By attending our events\, you consent to being photographed or filmed\. Photos and videos taken during the events may be shared on our social media\. If you do not wish to appear in the photos or if you appear in a photo that we post that you would like removed\, please send us a private message as soon as possible on Instagram \(@siphappens\.berlin\)

* **NEW IG ACCOUNT: [@neurocrafting.berlin](https://www.instagram.com/neurocrafting.berlin?utm_source=ig_web_button_share_sheet&igsh=ZDNlZDc0MzIxNw==) (ﾉ◕ヮ◕)ﾉ\*:･ﾟ✧** Calling all neurodivergent individuals! Are you tired of starting hobbies that you never seem to finish? Join us for an evening of guilt-free creativity where there is absolutely no pressure to complete anything. This event is designed to be a safe space where you can freely express your creativity without fear of judgment or criticism. We will have a variety of crafting supplies available including paint, yarn, crochet needles, beads, coloring books, origami paper, markers... However, feel free to bring your own supplies or current projects if you'd like to work on something specific. **There is a donation of a minimum of 4-5 euros to cover the materials and space.** In case you wish to pay via paypal: neurocrafting.berlin@gmail.com

It's all about getting to know new people from your favorite industry. So if you are interested in Motion Design, 2D or 3D Animation, CGI, Illustration or any related field, feel free to join us. Grab a beer in a relaxed atmosphere, have a nice chat about key frames or discuss your next project! Beginner or expert – wir freuen uns auf dich!

New Starting Time: 12:00 For space reasons, we are limited to a certain number of attendees, so please update your RSVP if you can't come. If you are new, come and say hello, as we know that suddenly going quiet for 45 minutes and staring at that blank page can be intimidating when it's your first time. We have a lot of long-term regulars who will be happy to help you feel welcome. In between sessions, we have a Telegram chat: https://t.me/joinchat/ERW3pxD5kfELGeWs9SUhjw For more information, visit [https://shutupwrite.com](https://shutupwrite.com/).

**Anna revels in sacrilege and shameless self-determination in her 4th stand-up solo hour, The Devil in Miss Beros, an homage to the Golden Age of Porn’s, ‘The Devil in Miss Jones’.** Previewing Tuesday June 2nd as a work in progress, before premiering at Volksbühne Grüner Salon June 12th and at the Edinburgh Fringe August 2026. **“This was such a fun show and I genuinely couldn’t stop laughing!** It was so dark, a little twisted, and so wrong in all the right places! Viciously relatable and finally saying all the 18+ thoughts out loud that you’re ashamed of finding funny! 10/10, no notes, go watch!” – Sarah, audience review ‘High Hoe’ Edinburgh Fringe 2025 At 39, Anna appeals to all ages who love a naughty laugh. Bouncing with energy, she brings audiences together with warming crowd work and shameless authenticity. This show is ideal for dates looking for lively conversation topics, hungry singles, tourists who are apologetic about gentrification, families with unresolved tensions, the perverted, silver foxes with knowing smiles and connoisseurs of comedy. **About Anna** Kiwi born, Melbourne raised and Berlin saved, Anna is a headliner in major European cities, she opened for Jeff Arcuri at Admiralspalast twice in Berlin 2025 and has written for Comedy Central DE. Full-time indie stand-up since 2022, her solos ‘Creampie Curious’, ‘Creampie Clarity’ and ‘High Hoe’ had successful runs at Edinburgh Fringe 2023 – 2025, Melbourne International Comedy Festival 2023 – 2024, Leicester Comedy Festival 2024 and Adelaide Fringe 2023. She has the podcast, Adults ONLY Comedy Berlin, and hosts the comedy channel Erstie’s Nonsense. Check out what Anna’s been up to on instagram https://www.instagram.com/afberos/ or YouTube https://youtube.com/@afberos?si=VUZ-vkIxlyb-tW7s **On the night!** Doors from 7:30pm – Arrive early to secure your seat and get a drink Show starts 8pm – no break Show ends 9pm — stick around after the show for Back Door Comedy 9:30-10:30pm with 5 comedians + Anna working on very new material **About the venue: Mysliwska** Schlesische Straße 35 10997 Berlin (U1, U3) One of Kreuzberg’s oldest bars. Buzz in if you can’t open the door. Good vibes, locals and visitors. Performance space is non-smoking – Main bar is smoking Bar closes super late so stick around after the show **Prepurchase your tickets** [here](https://www.annaberos.com/event-details-registration/the-devil-in-miss-beros-edinburgh-fringe-preview-2) so you don’t miss out! Remaining seats may be available for sale 10€ cash or card on the night.

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**: *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!*

**For the next few months, we'll be at Prater Garten to enjoy the outside weather!** Join us at Prater Garten in Prenzlauer Berg on the first Wednesday of every month for a fun, casual evening of socializing 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 in the film industry is welcome to join us! Our Happy Hour is the first Wednesday of every month starting at 7:30pm and going until ??? Be sure to look for our sign on one of the tables. You can join our Telegram channel where we post updates: [https://t.me/berlinscreenwriters](https://t.me/berlinscreenwriters?fbclid=IwZXh0bgNhZW0CMTAAYnJpZBExdVJDY0hmVHFjM1dBOHVsZnNydGMGYXBwX2lkEDIyMjAzOTE3ODgyMDA4OTIAAR4F4u3E23YJGqdnvywhGxCw8ZWmFOxSW-1THms7Hu1Yr4FSe1qC7xYtpYxpcA_aem_FHfKo9LvjlWc8jHQkyGSCA) See you there!

Take this course to gain a solid foundation in the art of analog photography ! **WHAT WE DO** **FILM DEVELOPMENT** In this part you will learn how to mix and use chemicals to develop film. You will learn about different development techniques, such as push processing and how they can affect the final appearance of your images. **PRINTING** Once you have developed your film, it is time to print and enlarge your images! You will learn how to use an enlarger to make prints and how to use different types of paper to achieve different effects. You will also learn how to dodge and burn images to adjust exposure and contrast. **WHAT IS INCLUDED IN YOUR FEE** In the workshop is included all the material, paper and chemistry **Come with your roll of film already shot** Time: 6+ hours Fee: 140,- € (incl. material) **WHERE WE DO IT** The course will take place in **[StattLab](https://stattlab.org/)**'s new darkroom in Berlin, right in the center of **Mitte**, just a stone's throw from the wall, in [Ackerstrasse 117](https://maps.app.goo.gl/xDfyH8pzm2QfuKqc8) **HOW TO RESERV YOUR SPOT** You can book your spot directly from my website: [https://www.sandromosco.com](https://www.sandromosco.com/) Or if you have questions you can **contact me** at: [studio@sandromosco.com](http://mailto:studio@sandromosco.com/) or via social media [@sandromosco](https://www.instagram.com/sandromosco)

Sunday in the heart of neuökolln comedy at 1977 Berlin laughter is the best medicine for a hangover, and free shots come laugh with some of the funniest comedians in the city. https://www.eventbrite.com/e/sunday-hangover-comedy-show-tickets-899148626747?aff=oddtdtcreator

Berlín, no busques más. En este show curado convocamos a los mejores comediantes hispanoparlantes de stand-up de todo Alemania. Cómicos experimentados con material de la más alta calidad y también lo mejor de los nuevos talentos de la escena berlinesa. Risas garantizadas. **\-\-\-** **Presentado por:** **Chadmax, de México.** En los escenarios desde 2010. En el stand-up desde 2013. Uno de los pioneros del stand-up en Español en Alemania y alrededores. Ha compartido escenarios en México y Europa con algunos de los comediantes más importantes de Latinoamérica como "**La Cotorrisa", Ricardo O'farrill, Alex Fernández, El Cojo Feliz, El Tío Rober, Adal Ramones, Franco Escamilla**, entre otros. Desde 2022 está de gira por el mundo prácticamente non-stop haciendo reír a miles de personas! **20 países y contando!** Artista marcial y maestro de stand-up de la mayoría de los comediantes de la escena en la región, por lo que lleva el título de "el sensei de la comedia". Host del podcast **"Ninja Creativo" y "Alemania en Español".** Creador del proyecto **"The Comedy Fire"** , responsables de la mayoría de los shows de stand-up en Español de Alemania y alrededores desde 2022 (Con 400+ shows y contando) INSTAGRAM: @Mrchadmax **¡Risas garantizadas!** **\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-** **Comediantes de la noche:** **Miguel Lobato de México** **Gonzalo Madueño de Perú** **y como invitada especial, Marina Durán visitando desde Barcelona!** \-\-\-\-\- **Tickets -** **Early Bird: 14.99 €** (Termina el día 31.05.26.) **Preventa: 16.99€** (Termina el día 06.06.26.) ***Precio normal*: 18€** Este evento es organizado por The Comedy Fire y Stand-up Comedy Berlin, somos líderes en producción de shows de stand-up en Español y formación de nuevos comediantes en Alemania. Si te interesa sumarte a los shows y/o aprender a hacer stand-up visita Standupcomedyberlin.com * Información importante: -Los precios mencionados podrían no incluir la comisión de la boletera. \- Evento 18\+ ya que es un un bar\. No se permiten menores\. -El line-up del evento puede llegar a variar en el día del show por causas de fuerza mayor. -En los shows se toman muchas fotografías donde puede aparecer el público, al asistir a cualquiera de nuestros shows aceptan que pueden salir en dichas fotografías. Estas fotografías pueden ser utilizadas en redes sociales con fines de difusión de nuestros eventos. Para cualquier duda o solicitud referente a dichas fotografías nos pueden contactar en Instagram @Standupcomedyberlin o en el correo info@standupcomedyberlin.com -No se hacen reembolsos. -Creado por Chadmax.

A regular meeting to read and discuss work writers' are currently engaged in. For screenwriters' serious about their writing and wanting the support and incentive a periodic group meeting can provide. The meeting will be at Alexanderplatz (contact Marc, the organizer, beforehand for exactly where). We'll make introductions about ourselves, our experiences and what we want out of the group. If you're comfortable in doing so, come prepared with a something you're working on that you want to read or discuss. +++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++ "The author is grateful to her weekly writers' group for kindness and criticism during the writing of this book." *from the Acknowledgments from the book "The Joy Luck Club" by Amy Tan*

Welcome to the Berlin Tech and Creative Industry Afterwork! ✨ Are you tired of stiff networking events, formal agendas, and endless slide decks? So are we. This group brings together Berlin's most exciting minds, from tech and corporate professionals to creative freelancers and artists, for a genuinely relaxed evening out. We meet in my favorite Cocktailbars to unwind, share ideas, and connect with great people over good drinks. What to expect: NO PowerPoints & Ads. Leave the hustle and the pitches at the door. Our focus is strictly on real, authentic exchanges, sparking inspiration, and having fantastic conversations. ONLY the Best Bars in Berlin: We hit up at my favorite spots in the city. From hidden gems to cool cocktail lounges and cozy pubs with great beer and wine. Bilingual and welcoming: Whether you're a native Berliner or an expat who just arrived, everyone is welcome! Conversations naturally flow in both English and German. A Brilliant Crowd: Mingle with startup founders, tech professionals, designers, corporate innovators, and creatives who just want to make new friends and enjoy a great evening. If you want to bounce an idea off someone, chat about industry trends, or simply enjoy a well-deserved after-work drink with a fantastic group of people, this is the place to be. See you!

Join us as we get together to see Paul Rudd in the latest comedy-drama-musical from John Carney, POWER BALLAD! The film follows a washed-up wedding singer, a fading boy band singer and a stolen hit song. Here’s a description, trailer and plan for this event: DESCRIPTION: Rick, a washed-up wedding singer, and Danny, a fading boy band star, bond over music and a late-night jam session. When Danny turns Rick's song into a hit, Rick sets out to reclaim the recognition he believes he deserves. Power Ballad is written/directed by John Carney, the master of the modern musical and creative mind behind Once, Begin Again and Sing Street! It stars Paul Rudd, Nick Jonas, Peter McDonald, Marcella Plunkett, Havana Rose Liu and Jack Reynor. BUZZ & ACCLAIM: The film premiered to rave reviews at this year’s Dublin International Film Festival where critics call it “a sure-fired crowd-pleaser” that “just might be the feel-good hit of the year!” Others say, “Paul Rudd delivers a career-best performance in this charmer” that’s both “hilarious and deeply moving." The film continues John Carney’s “long run of success with yet another charmer” and “a sharp, hopeful crowd-pleaser that strikes the right notes!” SUMMER OF ICE CREAM, VOL 2: SHAKE NO. 8! Ranked the #1 Ice Cream Shop in Columbus, this is a perfect early stop on our Summer of Ice Cream! Their menu uses made-from-scratch recipes in an array of traditional, specialty and vegan shakes, hot cocoa, crepes, waffle sticks, specialty coffee & espresso, and more! Their specialty shakes are as delicious as they are over-the-top and they offer an extensive vegan menu! You can check out their full menu here: [https://www.shakeno8.com/menu.php](https://www.shakeno8.com/menu.php) PLAN: Please purchase your ticket for the 6:45pm showing and we’ll meet in the upstairs lobby between 6:25 and 6:35pm! Advance ticket purchase is advised for this opening night showing! Once you have yours, please list your seat number in the Comments section of this event. We'll head to nearby Shake No. 8 immediately following the show! Should be a fun one, Dan

Westerville Pride Festival Sat\. June 6\, 2026 \| 5 PM \- 8 PM If you're thinking of attending, or being a sponsor, vendor, or volunteer, visit our website at https://www.westervillequeercollective.org/pride for more information! Location and other info will be announced soon :)

Join us as we get together for a Discount Tuesday / Horror-Thriller Pop-Up event to see the very buzzed-about psychological-horror from A24, BACKROOMS! Chiwetel Ejiofor, Renate Reinsve and Mark Duplass star in this film about a therapist, a missing patient and a strange doorway. Here are details, a trailer and our plan for this event: DESCRIPTION: After a therapist's patient disappears into a dimension beyond reality, she must venture into the unknown to save him. The film is directed by Kane Parsons and stars Chiwetel Ejiofor, Renate Reinsve (who was outstanding in The Worst Person in the World and Sentimental Value), Mark Duplass, Finn Bennett and Lukita Maxwell. TRAILER: [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2z6a6NUFlsU](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2z6a6NUFlsU) BUZZ & EXCITEMENT: Buzz and expectations are off the charts! And over the past week, box office projections have more than doubled as theaters are left scrambling to add showtimes for a film that keeps selling out! Critics call the film “gripping,” “as mesmerizing as it is terrifying” and say it “casts a surrealist spell that’s unlike anything else in contemporary cinema!” It’s an “intellectual puzzle” filled with “unnerving suspense” that’s earning a Certified Fresh 89% positive rating on Rotten Tomatoes! PLAN: Purchase your ticket for the 6:30pm showing and meet in the theater lobby between 6:10 and 6:20pm! Discount Tuesday tickets just $5.00! Once you have yours, please list your seat number in the Comments below! Look forward to seeing you there, Dan

Let's stroll the artists' booths and enjoy some of the festival's opening day! The Columbus Art Festival features a wide and vibrant range of visual art from local and national exhibitors, plus, live music, and all kinds of food and refreshments, along the waterfront downtown. (The featured painting is by Columbus Arts Festival exhibitor, Joe Engel - joe-engelart.com)

Join Guest Host Jeff and the group as we get together to see the historical drama, PRESSURE! Brendan Frasier, Andrew Scott and Kerry Condon star in this film about the tense and dramatic days leading up to the D-Day invasion! Here are details, a trailer and our plan for this event: DESCRIPTION: The film follows General Dwight D. Eisenhower and Captain James Stagg n the tense 72 hours before D-Day. With the fate of the free world in the balance, they face an impossible choice: launch the largest and most dangerous seaborne invasion in history or risk losing the war altogether. It is directed by Anthony Maras and based on David Haig’s 2014 stage play. The film stars Brendan Fraser, Andrew Scott, Kerry Condon, Chris Messina and Damian Lewis. TRAILER: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=xcPgrKoXe_c PLAN: We’ll plan for a 7pm-ish showing and will meet in the bar area about 30 minutes before showtime! Once showtime is announced, please purchase your ticket in advance and list your seat number in the Comments section of this event! Exact showtime and complete details will be confirmed and announced as the date gets closer! Look forward to seeing you there, Jeff P.S. from Dan: THANK YOU to Jeff for hosting this event!