Israeli Documentary Co-Production Market CoPro Sets 26th Hybrid Edition (EXCLUSIVE)

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K.J. Yossman Israel’s leading documentary co-production market CoPro is set to return next month for its 26th edition in a hybrid format amidst the ongoing war in the region.

Over 30 Israeli documentary projects will be showcased during the market, which is set to take place from June 3 to 6. The event will also include a pitching forum, rough-cut screenings and one-on-one meetings.

Attendees for the online market include over 70 international representatives from broadcasting networks, production companies and distributors while a number will also attend the event in-person in Tel Aviv to participate in panels and events. “During these heartbreaking and difficult times I believe our role as an international cultural institute is to promote diverse and complex stories, preserve freedom of expression and use film as a tool to bridge and create dialogue with audiences around the globe,” said Pnina Halfon Lang, CoPro’s executive director. “In the face of a complicated situation and the uncertainty of the days to come, we at CoPro are committed to keep promoting and supporting the Israeli independent documentary filmmakers.

We see a significant importance in maintaining the relationships with our international colleagues as we present a variety of Israeli voices and stories.” CoPro’s creation 26 years ago was viewed as a turning point for the Israeli documentary film industry, with Israel emerging as a major source of top-tier films and content for distributors in North America and Europe.