KineDok at East Doc Platform 2026: Reaching young audiences and experiencing stories in VR

All events are held in English at the French Institute in Prague and are free of charge.

Where: French Institute in Prague, Cinema 35

When: Thursday, March 19, 19:00-20:00

How can filmmakers, producers, and distributors effectively reach young audiences in today’s fragmented media landscape? This panel explores current and emerging distribution strategies targeting children and young adults, from festivals and cinemas to digital platforms, educational contexts, and regional initiatives. Drawing on concrete case studies and international experience, the discussion will focus on where young audiences are today, how their viewing habits are changing, and what kinds of distribution models and partnerships can help content reach the next generation. Join experts like Paul Rieth, Magdalena Żelasko and Katharina Bergfeld. Other invited guests will be  confirmed. 

Where: French Institute in Prague, Gallery

When: VR screenings will take place from March 21 to 24. On weekends from 10:00 to 16:00 and on weekdays from 15:00 to 19:30

Step into new worlds and experience stories in virtual reality. VR screenings offer a unique opportunity to immerse yourself in documentary worlds, discover new perspectives, and experience storytelling in an entirely new way. 

21-22 CHINA (dir. Thierry Loa, 25 min, Canada, 2022)

Would we see the world differently if our perspective changed?

21-22 CHINA presents an immersive, meditative journey across the world’s fastest-growing superpower, a land undergoing rapid urbanization, major industrial development, and massive topographical transformations.

Fresh Memories: The Look (dir. Ondřej Moravec, Volodymyr Kolbasa, 10 min, Ukraine, Czechia, 2023)

Can you look into the eyes of those whose lives have been shattered by war?

Fresh Memories: The Look is a short Czech-Ukrainian VR film that transports viewers into the heart of bombed-out Kharkiv, one of the cities most devastated by the Russian invasion of Ukraine. Through powerful, direct eye contact, the film shares the emotional stories of local residents affected by the war. Viewers find themselves in ruined apartments, hospitals, and playgrounds, where people silently convey their pain and resilience.