Register now for REAL – Reality Exploration Academy of Locarno 2026!
Ten-day intensive program for university students and emerging filmmakers
REAL – Reality Exploration Academy of Locarno is a newly reimagined ten-day program dedicated to critically engaging with the evolving landscape of non-fiction cinema. Building on the 26-year legacy of the Documentary Summer School, REAL marks a bold shift toward interdisciplinary exploration at the intersection of audiovisual theory, creative practice, and contemporary media ethics. Hosted by the Institute of Media and Journalism (IMeG) at Università della Svizzera italiana, in collaboration with the Locarno Film Festival, REAL offers a transformative educational journey where critical thinking meets cinematic imagination.
Participants can receive up to 6 ECTS credits (subject to approval by your home institution), making REAL a unique opportunity to integrate festival-based learning into your academic trajectory. This is not a casual summer experience; it's a credited course that advances your degree.
Submission Deadlin: 28. Mai 2026.
More information and application process here.