To celebrate this important milestone, we’re pleased to introduce the official WEMW 2025 Sustainability Report, a highlight of this year’s achievements and the actions that made them possible.

The 15th edition of When East Meets West came to an end after four intense full days of pitching sessions, works in progress, inspirational labs, talks, meetings and hugs. But now, the moment has finally arrived to reveal the winners of this edition!

The first Global Media Makers (GMM) Residency to engage Ukrainian filmmakers will be held January 16-22, during the 15th Edition of When East Meets West in Trieste, Italy.

In just a matter of days, WEMW will kick-start its 15th edition. Find here a complete overview of our talks, juries, awards and special gifts!

Following the unveiling of WEMW official image by Polly in Wonderland, we would now like to invite you inside our new world of wonders: enjoy WEMW 2025 official trailer by Andrea Gatopoulos!

In partnership with Trentino Film Commission – Green Film, the event management system is now aligned with ISO 20121, the international standard for sustainable event management.