Bozcaada International Ecological Documentary Film Festival Continues with Talks and Concerts
In addition to screenings, the ecological documentary film festival in Bozcaada features talks on labor struggles, workshops, and musical performances.
The Bozcaada International Ecological Documentary Film Festival (BIFED), held in Bozcaada between October 7-11, continues at full speed with film screenings, director talks, and vibrant side events.
Scope of the Festival and Award Categories
At BIFED, founded by Festival Coordinator Ethem Özgüven and Festival Director Petra Holzer, 8 documentaries are competing for awards in the main competition category this year.
In the organization, the Grand Prize is awarded in the name of Fethi Kayaalp, the second prize in the name of Madam Melba, and the Gaia Student Documentary Award in the name of Naci Güçhan.
Ecology of Labor and Workshops
Following the screening of Perla Sandela's film 'Dock Workers', DGD-Sen President Neslihan Acar held a comprehensive talk titled 'Ecology of Labor'.
Immediately after Melisa Luna Venegas's film 'Green Desert', a Collective Film Reading Workshop was organized for the audience by Lalehan Öcal.
Documentary Screening and Mini Concert
The documentary 'You Are Forced to Live', directed by Caner Kaya and chronicling the band Bulutsuzluk Özlemi, met with cinema enthusiasts.
Following the film screening, the band's lead singer Nejat Yavaşoğulları gave an enjoyable mini-concert for the audience, adding color to the event.
Art Exhibitions and Visits
Throughout the festival, which continues with high participation, the exhibition titled 'Continuation of the Material' by Selçuk Gürışık can also be visited by art lovers.