Getting Docs to Theaters: Strategies and Opportunities



Doc / Talks

09 October 2025 - 12:00

Cinema Barberini - Sala 6
Runtime: 60 min.



As streaming continues to reshape viewing habits, this panel tackles the evolving landscape of theatrical distribution for documentaries: unpacking new hurdles, creative tactics, and the opportunities still to be found on the big screen.

Speakers:
Enrico Bufalini | Director Historical Archive, Films and Docs, Cinecittà S.p.A. (Italy)
Franco Di Sarro | Director and Founder Nexo Digital (Italy) (TBC)
Artur Liebhart | CEO and Festival Director, Millennium Docs Against Gravity (Poland)
Agustina Lumi | Business Development Consultant, Usheru (Ireland)
Gregorio Paonessa | Producer, Vivo film (Italy)
Anastasia Plazzotta | CEO, Wanted Distribution (Italy)

Moderator:
Giorgio Bigoni | Chief Operating Officer, Cinetel (Italy)