Short Dispatch From Istanbul 1001 Documentary Film Festival

A short dispatch from 1001 Documentary Film Festival in Istanbul, featuring quick insights from filmmakers and festival voices

The 1001 International Documentary Film Festival returned to Istanbul after a long pause. I attended the festival as press and recorded a series of short video interviews with filmmakers and guests.

Short Dispatch From Istanbul 1001 Documentary Film Festival

I spoke with Fabian Volti about Abel, Zlatko Pranjic about The Sky Above Zenica, and Laurence Lévesque about Okurimono. Each shared a brief insight into their work during the festival.

I also had a short conversation with Esin Özalp Öztürk, the International Program Coordinator, about the plans for the next edition. Special thanks to İdil Alakuş for the warm support throughout the event.

All video interviews and reports from the festival are available to watch here.

@thesouzianA director of The Sky Above Zenica, Zlatko Pranjic, shares a short 20-second insight into the film. Directors: Zlatko Pranjic, Nanna Frank Møller Producer: Lise Lense-Møler Production Company: Magic Hour Films (Denmark) Screening at 1001 Documentary Film Festival March 31, 2026 - 13:00 April 2, 2026 - 20:00 AKM Yeşilçam Cinema

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@thesouzianThe director of Abel, Fabian Volti from Sardinia, Italy, shares a short 20-second insight into his film. Screenwriters: Fabian Volti, Stefania Muresu Production Company: Roda Film Screening again at 1001 Documentary Film Festival March 3, 2026 - 19:00 AKM Yeşilçam Cinema Special thanks to İdil Alakuş

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@thesouzianThe 1001 Documentary Film Festival in Istanbul has come to an end, and it was truly an honor to be part of it. I had a short conversation with my dear friend Esin Özalp Öztürk, the International Program Coordinator, about the plans for next year. Looking forward to what is coming next. #istanbul #filmfestival

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