The project ended in 2019 and will not be continued in this form. We will update you about future residency programs soon.
„BACKSTORY“ invites emerging filmmakers:
Who already have professional work experience and are up to 40 years old
Who plan to realize a film project or part of it (pre-production, production or post-production)
Who are working on any film genre except commercial ads
Who must be citizens of, and/or currently residing in one of these countries:
- Algeria – Bahrain – Egypt – Germany – Iraq – Jordan – Kuwait – Lebanon – Libya – Morocco – Oman – Palestinian Territories – Qatar – Saudi Arabia – Sudan – Syria – Tunisia – UAE – Yemen
„BACKSTORY“ will provide:
Accommodation at Beirut Art Residency
Inspiring workspace in the heart of Gemmayzeh, Beirut’s artistic district
Administrative and logistical support
Access to technical equipment according to project needs
Specialized mentoring formats and master classes provided during the residency
Flights to and from Beirut
Monthly stipend of USD 1,000
The program is designed:
To support regional filmmakers in realizing their filmprojects (logistically, financially, technically, and thematically)
To initiate and facilitate networking in the region and between the region and Europe
To create opportunities for exchange
To provide a platform for the presentation of filmworks in order to be exposed to a local public
To arrange individual mentoring formats to enhance the capabilities of filmmakers
Goethe-Institut Lebanon
Gemmayzeh
Nahr Ibrahim Street
Facing Sacré Coeur School back entrance
P.O.B. 113-5159
Beirut
Lebanon
To consult BACKSTORY coordinator Elisa Nobel, please contact phone:
+961 1 570131 Ext.: -205 or email:
The residency is an opportunity for those who want to upgrade their professional capabilities through Master Classes that will be available to residents (according to their interests) as well as for individuals who want to realize their filmmaking projects at any stage i.e. pre-production, production and post-production. It provides the chance to concentrate on their project by providing costs of living and accommodation; equipment if necessary and travel expenses.
This project is designed for emerging professionals who are able to work on their projects independently. Additionally, Master Classes will be provided as well as professional guidance and technical help in case residents need guidance in how to use the equipment.
The artists can be working on one or several stages of their filmmaking project:
