Ji.hlava IDFF offers an extended matchmaking service focused on individuals in the film business that seek new connections and networking opportunities.

"The matchmaking was amazing. All the meetings made sense to me, I met filmmakers and projects that I'm still doing follow-up and I'm in contact with and everything was really productive. It was my best experience in a market and since then I avoid meetings that are not "curated" and where it is not clear why we are investing our time."

María Vera, Kino Rebelde, Portugal

Would you like some advice or recommendations on which film professionals to meet in Ji.hlava? The aim of the Matchmaking Accelerator service, which is open to all holders of industry accreditation, is to help connect filmmakers and producers with festival organisers, distributors, potential co-producers and representatives of other film professions. Last year, thanks to this programme, nearly 850 meetings took place over four days, alongside numerous round-table discussions that provided opportunities for networking and developing new collaborations.

This year, the Matchmaking Accelerator will take place from October 28 to 31. In the Who Is Here section, you can easily view other industry guests and contact them directly. If you would like a recommendation or need help reaching out to a specific participant, please do not hesitate to contact our team at matchmaking@ji-hlava.cz. We will do our utmost to connect you with your chosen professional and arrange a meeting for you. Given the busy programme and the guests’ time constraints, we cannot guarantee in advance that a meeting will be successfully arranged. If a connection is made and the meeting is confirmed by both parties, please ensure you honour the appointment and arrive on time.

We look forward to seeing you and trust that the Matchmaking Accelerator will bring you a host of inspiring encounters!

Matchmaking Accelerator is supported by the International Visegrad Fund.

Selected feedback from film professionals

"I want to take this opportunity to say that last year the matchmaking was amazing.. all the meetings made sense to me, I met filmmakers and projects that I'm still doing follow-up and I'm in contact with and everything was really productive. I want to thank you for that. I must confess that last year, was my best experience in a market and since then I'm really against the meetings that are not "curated" ;) I'm resisting having meetings where is not clear why we are investing our time. Thanks one more time and I hope to meet you next year!"

"Very insightful and practical,
giving access to an array of industry professionals."

"An excellent opportunity
I had a pleasure to take part in."

"Perfectly organized meetings."

"The meetings were super well organised
and the team was very present, helpful, and friendly."