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Discover the behind-the-scenes process of organizing a film festival using free and open source software in this 22-minute conference talk from LGM 2025. Learn how the FOSS and Libre Graphics toolbox provides excellent communication tools—which make up 90% of festival organization—while also exploring the deeper challenges faced with video formats and subtitles. Marc Rodrigues shares practical experiences and solutions developed while running LusOFest, providing valuable insights for anyone interested in using open source tools for media events. The presentation covers both the strengths of existing Libre Graphics tools and creative workarounds for more specialized festival requirements.
