How does an idea become a good story? And how does it become relevant to many people? That’s exactly what Story Forum Basel is about — an initiative by Balimage and authors from Germany, France and Switzerland, born from the community itself. We believe in the strength of authentic stories and their cross-border potential!
Tested, not just claimed: a documented, repeatable process with participation from all three target countries.
Projects invited at idea stage — right at the very start of the process.
One day per project, professionally prepared and moderated.
Foyer Public of the Theater Basel, running alongside Bildrausch Filmfest.
Balanced in terms of language, nationality and gender.
We replace no one. Story Forum Basel connects what already exists and creates added value from the expertise of interdisciplinary partners — low-threshold, open to any format, for selected projects.
Interdisciplinary exchange between film, journalism, art, technology and research — breaking down silos, connecting local innovation to globally tellable stories.
Basel sits at the tripoint of Germany, France and Switzerland — the shortest distance makes the city a natural meeting point for cross-border story development. Not just symbolic, but logistical: all three countries are within easy reach.
„Das Resultat dieses Tages war und ist für mein Projekt essenziell.“ — Participant, CinEuro Writers Room 2026
Entry into story development right from the start, without high barriers to entry.
Exchange and feedback at eye level with experienced authors and curators.
Connecting authors from Germany, France and Switzerland across language and national borders.
Positioned ahead of Forum Alentours and other markets.
Born from practice, for practice — carried by Balimage and a community that keeps growing.
