Sunny Side of the Doc, the international documentary marketplace held in La Rochelle, France, has announced the first speakers for its upcoming 2026 edition.
The 37th SSD, running June 22-24, will feature a keynote address from newly minted Oscar winner Helle Faber, producer of Mr. Nobody Against Putin, who will share her observations on international co-production in a time of unprecedented change. SSD writes, “As traditional financing narrows and the balance of power shifts, [Faber’s] session will give a clear-eyed view of what is changing, what remains essential, and how producers can navigate this moment to decisively make the right move.”
In a statement, Faber commented, “International co-production has always been about ambition and telling stories beyond borders. Today the model is under pressure, but collaboration is more important than ever. I’m looking forward to speaking at Sunny Side
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