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Berlin Documentary Meetup #29 (@ SaliGari Bar)

Berlin Documentary Meetup #29 (@ SaliGari Bar)

Tue, Jun 9, 5:00 PM
From Documentary Filmmakers in Berlin
4.8

Documentary filmmakers, producers, editors, cinematographers, composers, sound people are all welcome, no matter what your level of experience is :) Come from 19:00. The event will start at **19:30**, **[at SaliGari Bar](https://maps.app.goo.gl/Enj9jdcMvNqx9QnL9)**, in Friedrichshain. Here is the program: * Introduction Round * Work-in-progress/Film screening(s) * Networking If you would like to screen a work-in-progress (max. 20 min.) for feedback, please contact us beforehand. \-\-\- Our events are free, but we would appreciate if you would have at least one drink, to support the bar which is kindly hosting us. Also, we normally ask for donations to cover our meetup.com costs. See you then :)

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Go Mental Film Festival and Voices with Impact Collaborative Short Film Event

Go Mental Film Festival and Voices with Impact Collaborative Short Film Event

Sun, May 24, 5:00 PM
From Berlin Film Community
4.6

**Sun. May 24th at 19:00** **House of Music** **RAW Gelande** **Revalerstr 99,** **10245 Berlin** The event is on the ground floor, by the bar. This is a very large and amazing space that we are now calling home. On May 24th we will be hosting a collaborative event with both the Go Mental Film Festival and Voices with Impact. It will be a night of mental health focused short films that have received funding from Voices with Impact. Grant Director Chris Hyde will be on hand to explain how the funding works and give more information about the organization. There will be an in-depth Q&A that will allow you to understand how you can receive their funding to help make a short film based on the subject of mental health. As fellow film organizations that support both independent film and a great cause we are happy to lend our support to them.

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42 attendees
Lets Discuss: Come and See (1985)

Lets Discuss: Come and See (1985)

Sun, May 24, 4:00 PM
From Let’s discuss films
4.8

This time we will be discussing Come and See by Elem Klimov! Film info: [https://www.imdb.com/de/title/tt0091251/](https://www.imdb.com/de/title/tt0091251/) Meeting Point: This time we will be meeting at Frau Luna (Paul-Lincke-Ufer 44, 10999 Berlin). to find usyou can ask at the bar for the film group group. Don't forget to watch the film before joining the meetup :)

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Film Night – Jaripeo Documentary

Film Night – Jaripeo Documentary

Tue, May 26, 6:00 PM
From Village.Berlin
4.6

**Film Night – Jaripeo Documentary** For **LGBTQIA+** **[Free with registration](https://wearevillage.org/en/shop/village-film/w22-2026)** Guest: ***Sebastián Arcos*** **Jaripeo** Directors: Efraín Mojica, Rebecca Zweig 2026 – 70 min (In Spanish and English with English subtitles) Every Christmas, the town of Penjamillo in Michoacán comes alive with the Jaripeo — a traditional rodeo that draws locals and returning migrants from the United States, a celebration of cowboy culture and rural Mexican masculinity. Beneath the surface of this hypermasculine ritual, a hidden queer subculture blooms.nablässiger Moralisierung bewegen. Co-directed by Efraín Mojica and Rebecca Zweig, the film blends traditional ranchera experimenting with electronic sounds, Super 8 footage, and dreamlike interludes to reveal a queer subculture thriving within one of rural Mexico’s most macho-coded traditions. Efraín itself serves as a guide and protagonist, alongside Noé, a desirable cowboy who keeps his identity largely private, and Joseph, an exuberant stylist who wears his flamboyance with pride. *Jaripeo,* which premiered at Sundance and had its international premiere at the Berlinale, does not seek to expose or resolve. It simply asks us to look more carefully, and to find, within tradition, the full complexity of desire and belonging.

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Pitch and Planning Session # 57

Pitch and Planning Session # 57

Tue, Jun 2, 5:00 PM
From Berlin Film Community
4.6

The next Pitch and Planning Session will be on: [🕰️](https://static.xx.fbcdn.net/images/emoji.php/v9/t85/2/16/1f570.png) **Tue. June 2nd at 19:00** [📍](https://static.xx.fbcdn.net/images/emoji.php/v9/tcc/2/16/1f4cd.png)**House of Music** **RAW Gelande** **Revalerstr 99,** **10245 Berlin** The event is on the ground floor, by the bar. This is a very large and amazing space that we are now calling home. We are super looking forward to hearing your pitches and watching you meet people ready to help you make your films a reality in the really real world! Please note that this is a free event. In order to support the work we do, our community, and the lovely space that is gracious enough to let us hold events there, all we ask is that that you have 2 drinks of some kind or at least some snacks. That would help us out a lot! [🍸](https://static.xx.fbcdn.net/images/emoji.php/v9/tb/2/16/1f378.png) For those who are new, our Pitch and Planning Session is a monthly English language event held here in Berlin for people who have an idea for a film and would like to pitch it, as well as those people who are eager to work on films. It's all about getting films made. If you have a film idea that is burning a hole in your brain, tell the people in the audience your story idea and hopefully you will meet people who can help you make your idea into a reality! This event is also for people who want to help out in all aspects of filmmaking to help make these pitches happen. So if your passion is camera, sound, hair and makeup, writing, lighting, fighting, or anything that could help, you are always welcome. Whether you're new to filmmaking or experienced and want to work on something cool and creative, no matter what your area of expertise/interest is, this is for you! Be sure to show up to either pitch your idea or be ready to listen to some interesting pitches from excited people and potentially help someone make their film. Let's make some cool shit! If you still want more information you can head on over to our website: https://berlinfilmcommunity.com/pitch-planning.php I have been a part of making some of these pitched projects into real world movies and I have always had a blast.

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Capturing the Colors: Carnival of Cultures Finale & Collaborative Documentary

Capturing the Colors: Carnival of Cultures Finale & Collaborative Documentary

Sun, May 24, 11:30 AM
From Berlin Photo Community: The ISO Club
4.9

The Carnival of Cultures (Karneval der Kulturen) is Berlin at its absolute best—vibrant, diverse, and filled with kinetic energy. As the festival reaches its main day on Sunday, May 25th, The ISO Club is heading to Friedrichshain to capture the ultimate finale of this incredible celebration. We are meeting at 13:30 PM at Frankfurter Allee (a concrete meeting location will be provided soon) to document the music, the street styles, the crowds, and the closing energy of the 30th anniversary of the carnival. Whether you are a street photographer, a portrait enthusiast, or a videographer making reels, this is the perfect canvas to push your creativity. **🎥 The Collaborative Documentary Project:** After the event, we are producing a massive collective photo/video recap to showcase the event through the diverse lenses of our community. By joining this meetup, you agree to contribute a selection of your best shots and video clips. We will compile them into a definitive community documentary on our main channels. **Initial location:** [Coffee Karros](https://maps.app.goo.gl/qQWGsYZG6yDjiKpj9) \- let's meet here\, it's just a few hundred meters away from the initial location of the carnival **📅 Itinerary:** * **13:30 PM:** Meetup at our designated spot near Frankfurter Allee (precise location pinned in our [WhatsApp chat](https://chat.whatsapp.com/Fc3lVrqUJLuHeZoQfqhnVx?mode=gi_t)). Briefing and splitting into smaller shooting groups. * **13:45 PM – 6:00 PM:** Street exploration, portrait hunting, and video capture around the festival grounds. * **6:00 PM onwards:** Optional casual wrap-up drinks nearby to swap notes, talk gear, and chill. **❗ Guidelines & Socials:** * **What to bring:** Your camera setup (or smartphone with good video capabilities), comfortable walking shoes, and plenty of storage/battery power! * **Asset Sharing:** Upload your favorite final selects to our community folders ([Discord](https://discord.gg/RAteAwHmMa)/[WhatsApp](https://chat.whatsapp.com/Fc3lVrqUJLuHeZoQfqhnVx?mode=gi_t)). * **Tagging:** When posting your own coverage, make sure to tag and mention **[@the_isoclub](https://www.instagram.com/the_isoclub)** and **[@_portraitscenter](https://instagram.com/_portraitscenter)**. Event details: [https://karneval.berlin/umzug/](https://karneval.berlin/umzug/)

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You can explore documentary screenings in Berlin by searching for groups and events related to documentaries on Meetup. Simply enter 'Berlin' in the location filter and select subjects that interest you.

Yes, Berlin hosts various groups focused on documentaries. By searching categories related to arts and culture, you can find events catering to your interest in documentaries and film lovers.

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Absolutely! Whether you're a local or a traveler, you can join Berlin-based meetups that interest you. Simply sign up with your details to access group and event listings in the city.

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Yes, often event organizers will specify venues for screenings. However, venue information depends on what each group decides to include in their event details.

Meetup is designed with all participation levels in mind, offering a range of events suitable for various social engagement preferences and providing a chance to meet with minimal pressure.

Documentary groups in Berlin often explore a wide variety of topics, from global issues to local stories, offering something for everyone interested in documentaries.

Some documentary screenings might have age restrictions based on film content. Typically, this will be noted in the event details or group guidelines if applicable.

No, events are created and managed by group organizers and not directly by Meetup. They rely on community input and facilitator oversight for scheduling and organization.

The frequency of documentary screenings can depend on current group activities and organizers. Berlin's vibrant culture offers regular opportunities, but it may vary based on the time of year or availability.