FIFIB: 15 years of independent cinema in Bordeaux
From 2 to 7 November 2026, the Bordeaux International Independent Film Festival (FIFIB) will celebrate its 15th edition. Every year, the festival showcases independent cinema through a programme that highlights creativity, diverse perspectives and new voices in film. An unmissable event for film enthusiasts, FIFIB brings cinema to life in all its forms and fosters connections between films, industry professionals and the public.
Cinécréatis and the FIFIB: a renewed partnership to pass on filmmaking expertise
To mark this year’s festival, CinéCréatis is renewing its partnership with the FIFIB and continuing its commitment to introducing young people to careers in film and passing on technical skills. To bring this collaboration to life, the two partners are offering a day of practical workshops, designed to give young people a hands-on insight into what goes on behind the scenes of a film shoot.
The event will take place on 7 November 2026 in Bordeaux, for an immersive day dedicated to filmmaking!
A day of workshops to put theory into practice
From 10.00 am to 4.00 pm, at the TNBA (Théâtre National Bordeaux Aquitaine) Library, participants will be able to learn about several essential film-making techniques in a friendly and immersive atmosphere.
On the programme:
- Editing and setting up a camera rig: discovering the equipment and familiarising yourself with filming tools.
- Setting up and adjusting lighting: understanding how light helps to create an atmosphere and shape an image.
- An introduction to light rigging: exploring the equipment used to facilitate camera movements and contribute to the staging.
This day will offer the chance to handle professional equipment, experiment with different techniques and gain a better understanding of the professions that bring images to life. A first hands-on introduction for those wishing to explore the world of cinema and considering a career in the industry.
How can I take part in the FIFIB x Cinécréatis workshops?
The workshops are open to sixth-formers and students considering a change of course. There are no entry requirements: all you need is curiosity and a desire to learn!
Practical information:
- Dates: 7 November 2026
- Workshop times: 10.00 am to 4.00 pm
- Venue: TNBA Library, Bordeaux
- Target audience: sixth-formers and students considering a change of course
- Number of places: 15 participants
- Registration: pre-registration required
Once your pre-registration has been processed, an adviser will contact you to finalise your application and confirm your place.
Experience the world of cinema from the inside with Cinécréatis!
By renewing our partnership with FIFIB, we are reaffirming our commitment to making careers in film accessible and enabling young people to discover the realities of the industry. This day of workshops is an invitation to experiment, learn by doing and take your first steps behind the camera.
