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short film writing surge



This intensive 10-week screenwriting workshop is designed for aspiring art house filmmakers and writers who want to develop their distinctive narrative voice through hands-on practice.

By the end of the workshop, each participant will have developed a short film concept ready for pitching, with either a full treatment or a first draft of a script.

We focus on developing organic story structures that emerge from your own creative process, rather than relying on pre-established models. Through focused writing exercises and personalized feedback, you'll refine your unique writing voice.

Core Development Areas

- Imagination training 
- Narrative coherence
- Personal cinematic language
- Review and rewriting techniques / feedback tolerance
- Production-viability

Workshop Structure

- Intensive foundation sessions
- Rapid impro film synopses
- Development of one selected concept into a detailed treatment or first draft
- Collaborative workshop environment
- Strategic guidance on production planning aligned with artistic goals
- Optional creative assignments between sessions with written feedback

Practical Details


Group Size: 5-7 participants  
Schedule: 10 sessions over 5 weeks
Tuesdays and Fridays, 11:00 AM - 5:00 PM w/lunch break
Starting: November 12th  
Location: Berlin Mitte (to be announced)
Fee: 1100 Euros
Trial Period: Option to withdraw with full refund after first two sessions  

To apply, please send an email to castorp.berlin@gmail.com including:
  • A brief description of your background
  • Your expectations and what you hope to achieve
  • Any questions you might have

Applications are reviewed on a rolling basis. 
Upon acceptance, a €50 booking fee is required to secure your place, payable no later than three days before the workshop begins. (Places are limited to ensure individual attention for each participant.)