Authorship, artistic individuality, cinematic language, hands-on practice, led by internationally acclaimed filmmakers. 

Applications open!

We invite you to attend the Intensive Workshops taking place this summer at the Polish National Film School in Łodz. The workshops will be led by the internationally acclaimed filmmakers and award-winning artists, whose works and insights have been showcased globally: Magnus von Horn, Radek Ładczuk, Piotr Dumała, Jacek Nagłowski.

The Łodz Film School Intensive Workshops is an international programme of film courses and masterclasses dedicated to directors, cinematographers, animators, and audiovisual artists.

Designed for film students, graduates, and emerging filmmakers, the workshops combine artistic mentorship, practical production experience, critical reflection, and collaborative experimentation within the professional environment of one of the world most renowned film schools – a place historically connected with generations of influential filmmakers, cinematographers, and visual artists.

This hands-on programme connects you with active, world-renowned film professionals for direct mentorship and feedback. Working in small, collaborative groups, you will bring your projects to life using industry-standard studios and specialized equipment. The curriculum dives deep into filmmaking essentials, including directing, cinematography, animation development, visual storytelling, and contemporary cinematic styles.

Experience the core teaching philosophy of the Łodz Film School through hands-on creative practice. These intensive workshops bridge the gap between artistic research, practical filmmaking, and bold experimentation. You will develop your unique voice, authorship, and cinematic language through scene-based directing labs, cinematography masterclasses, animation development, and hybrid audiovisual projects.

Discover the Workshops:

Finding the Core of the Story

Directing workshop with Magnus von Horn

Workshop dates: 21/09/2026 – 25/09/2026

Registration deadline: 21/08/2026

Building Fear Through Cinematography

Cinematography workshop with Radek Ładczuk

Workshop dates: 01/09/2026 – 04/09/2026

Registration deadline: 01/08/2026

Developing the Short Animated Film – Finding Your Own Way

Animation workshop with Piotr Dumała

Worskshop dates: 21/09/2026 – 25/09/2026

Registration deadline: 21/08/2026

Between improvisation and rigour: making an audiovisual work with AI

AI workshop with Jacek Nagłowski

Workshop dates: 24/08/2026 – 28/08/2026

Registration deadline: 24/07/2026

Find all the information and apply here: workshops.filmschool.lodz.pl