As two cities with international activities in the field of animated films Belgrade and Dresden are ideal for this exchange: Dresden was over 40 years habitat of DEFA trick film studios. After its liquidation the DIAF (German Institute for Animated Film) has taken over the function as an archive and research centre as well as an institution for exhibitions. In 1989 Filmfest Dresden was founded as a forum for animated film. Belgrade, the thriving capital of Serbia has always been a lively place for animation, and is now again slowly starting to be an upcoming place for animation and international film co-productions.

The Exchange Forum will take place during one week in Dresden and Belgrade with the opportunity to learn more about educative and promotional structures of the exchange country. The participants will also have an insight into the latest developments of Serbian, German and international animation. To allow a thorough exchange between participants and to open the way for international co-operations, they will have the opportunity to present and discuss their own works. There will also be discussions and the opportunity for individual talks with international representatives of the animated film.