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Organized in partnership with the French Association of science documentaries -ASP- for their 25 years anniversary.

Join us for an inspiring case study of a successful international co-production, moderated by Pauline Mazenod, a seasoned international distributor (GROUND FLOOR B21).

Title: ATHENS, BIRTH OF DEMOCRACY | 86’/52’/44’/2×44’/65’| 2026

Producers: YUZU Productions (FR), Merit Motion Pictures (CA), Anemon Productions (GR)

Broadcasters: France Télévisions, Canadian Broadcasting Corporation (CBC), NOVA/GBH (PBS), Cosmote TV, Radio Télévision Suisse (RTS)

International distributor: PBS distribution

During this engaging 20-minute discussion, the co-producers will share the key creative, strategic, and collaborative pillars behind the success of this ambitious international partnership. Through practical insights and real-world experience, the session aims to empower producers ready to expand onto the international stage.

A 10-minute Q&A will follow, offering participants the opportunity to receive direct feedback, ask practical questions, and gain valuable guidance on building organic international co-productions of their own.

 

 

moderator(s)

Head Of Acquisitions And Sales
Pauline MAZENOD
Head Of Acquisitions And Sales
Windrose

speaker(s)

Producer
Fabrice ESTEVE
Producer
YUZU Productions
President/Executive Producer
Merit JENSEN-CARR
President/Executive Producer
MERIT MOTION PICTURES