NEWS

This summer, Story Lab assistants Olivia Frey and Tatjana Honegger took part in the Filmmakers Academy at the Locarno Film Festival. What did they get up to? Read the interview here.

Aslı Özarslan and Nicole Borgeat have joined the Story Lab jury this year and provide insights into their first jury session. Find the interview here.

The Story Lab supported the documentary film projects ‘Colostrum’ (pictured) and ‘Toute ma vie’ during their development – now, they celebrated their world premiere at Visions du Réel in Nyon. Find out more here.

The Migros Culture Percentage Story Lab is happy to announce a new collaboration with the Swiss Youth Film Festival. Discover more.

We are delighted to welcome two new jury members in 2025. Further information.

New: A Q&A now answers the most important questions about the Story Lab. Click here to access the frequently asked questions on support.

The Migros Culture Percentage Story Lab was represented in Geneva for the first time. Current and former Story Lab participants presented their projects to international experts. Further information.

From now on, lateral entrants can also apply for coaching. More information.

Click here for the article in VARIETY: Swiss Funding Bodies “Talk Money” and Co-Financing Opportunities at Locarno: “We Create a Space Where Stories Take Shape”

What opportunities and risks do streaming platforms offer for the independent film sector? US film producer Ted Hope and Swiss filmmaker Nicolas Steiner discussed the influence of streaming platforms on independent filmmaking in an interview with Marcy Goldberg. More information.

Migros Culture Percentage Story Lab hosted a networking event and flying dinner with the “BaseCamp Locarno” programme for young talent. More information.