The Belarusian Filmmakers Network (BFN) is launching a new series of live streams BFN: LIVE — an open space for dialogue, education, and connection among those working in (or dreaming about) Belarusian cinema. The series is hosted by director and producer Yauhen Lytkin.

Each episode will explore timely and essential topics:
how crowdfunding works, what industry labs are for, how to get into festivals, where to find funding, why inclusion matters in cinema, and what Belarusian film could look like in 10 years.

“We want these streams to be more than just a source of information — we hope they become a shared space for learning, exchange, and inspiration,” — BFN team.

🔴 First Episode — Coming August 6!

Topic: Artificial Intelligence in Cinema: Tool, Challenge or Threat?

Joining Yauhen Lytkin in this first conversation:

• 🎤 Vlad Kruk — Co-founder of AI25.studio, expert in AI-powered video production;
• 🎤 Andrey Palupanau — director, producer, cinematographer, composer, and coach.

Together, they’ll discuss how AI is already reshaping the film industry — and what it means for Belarusian creators.

Subscribe to the BFN YouTube Channel to catch future episodes.
New conversations will be released regularly — stay tuned and join the dialogue!