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Julien Dubuque International Film Festival ready for the anniversary 15th edition April 18-25 • Feb 19, 2026 at 10:46 PM
JDIFF 2026April 18-25More days, more films, and more fun! VOTED AGAIN AS ONE OF THE TOP 50 FILM FESTIVALS WORTH THE SUBMISSION FEE BY MOVIEMAKER MAGAZINE AND ONE OF THE TOP REVIEWED ON FilmFreeway,...
Submissions closed for Julien Dubuque International Film Festival 15th edition (April 18 – 25, 2026) • Feb 17, 2026 at 11:55 PM
The next festival will run April April 18 – 25, 2026. We closed submissions for the 2026 Julien Dubuque Film Festival and awarding over $35,000! Watch the 2023 AWARDS CEREMONY Highlights Video by Bruno Chatelin (featured below at Dubuque).
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Experience the Best of Horror, Sci-Fi & Fantasy at Fantasporto 2026 – Porto’s Biggest Film Festival Ever! • Mar 03, 2026 at 03:37 PM
by Fantasporto
The Fantasporto International Film Festival in Porto, Portugal, is one of Europe’s biggest and most respected celebrations of genre cinema. For over four decades, it has been bringing together film...
VIDEO March 6 highlights of fantastic films at Fantasporto • Mar 03, 2026 at 12:49 PM
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Sala 1 15.15P&PRetratos del Apocalipsis - Nicanor Loreti, Fabian Forte, Luca Castello- 75’(Argentina) - fantástico, horror, sobrenaturalThree directors joined forces to bring to life four fantastic...
VIDEO March 5 highlights of fantastic films at Fantasporto • Mar 03, 2026 at 12:41 PM
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Sala 115.15SR/OELopsided / Tigkiliwi - Tara IIlenberger- 95’ (Filipinas) - dramaTata, a young boy who recently lost his mother, helps his sister Marlin and the entire community which has fallen into...
VIDEO March 4 highlights of fantastic films at Fantasporto • Mar 03, 2026 at 12:31 PM
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Sala 115.00SR/OESisa- Jun Robles Lana- 118’ (Filipinas) - drama, guerra, HistóriaAfter the colonizing of the Spanish, the Americans came to the Philippines. However, atrocities against the population...
VIDEO March 3 highlights of fantastic films at Fantasporto • Mar 03, 2026 at 11:41 PM
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Sala 1 15.15CF/OEIAI –Zenzo Sukai- 91’ (Jap)- HorrorTwo sisters. After their father's death, one of them, Kana, stays with her elderly mother, who is confined to a wheelchair and unable to speak....
VIDEO March 2 highlights of fantastic films at Fantasporto • Mar 03, 2026 at 12:00 PM
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Main theatre15.15CFThe Dollmaker – José Maria Cicala- 100’ (Argentina) - Horror In a small town where nothing ever happens, several women disappear. The town's forces search for the culprit. The...
VIDEO March 1 highlights of fantastic films at Fantasporto • Mar 03, 2026 at 02:13 PM
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Sala 115.15CFScared to Death- Paul Boyd- 98’ (EUA) horror sobrenatural, comédiaA house, empty for 70 years, is visited to be the setting for the filming of a horror film about a night of...
What s Fantastic at Fantasporto, and more • Feb 28, 2026 at 05:25 PM
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THE VANGUARD OF CINEMA AT THE FESTIVAL Following the path that led Fantasporto to international recognition, in 2026, the 46th edition of the festival continues to showcase the world.73 countries...
STRIKE AT BATALHA CINEMA FANTASPORTO “INTERRUPTED” on opening day • Feb 28, 2026 at 05:23 PM
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The participation in the strike on Saturday, February 28th, by the workers at Batalha, forced the cancellation of the screenings scheduled for that day. This has seriously affected the international...
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Kristi Zea Received Saint Augustine Film Festival's Lifetime Achievement Award • Mar 04, 2026 at 12:27 PM
Kristi Zea received the Saint Augustine Film Festival's Lifetime Achievement Award on Saturday, Jan 10, Noon at Lewis Auditorium. The award was presented by her good friend and frequent...
Interview With Kate Walker at Voco Hotel, Proud Sponsor of the Saint Augustine Film Festival • Mar 02, 2026 at 08:40 AM
During the 2026 Saint Augustine Film Festival, I stayed at festival's sponsor Voco hotel. While it is a worldwide chain owned by Intercontinental, it holds an, inviting almost family like boutique...
Interview with Director Nola Oracle and Cinematographer Sage Love at the 2026 Saint Augustine Film Festival • Mar 02, 2026 at 08:21 AM
While attending the 2026 Saint Augustine Film Festival, I sat down with filmmakers Nola Oracle and Sage Love to speak at length about their film "African Diasporans Hidden Kulture Series and The...
Saint Augustine Film Festival line up • Feb 20, 2026 at 11:05 AM
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Interview With Director Jeff Celentano on Indie Major Filmmaking @ Saint Augustine International Film Festival • Feb 25, 2026 at 11:59 PM
While attending the boutique Saint Augustine International Film Festival, I met local resident director Jeff Celentano. We sat at his friend's Italian busy and beloved Italian restaurant Nonna's...
Interview with Sponsor Sherrie Province, Executive Director of the Limelight Theater @ Saint Augustine International Film Festival • Mar 04, 2026 at 12:31 PM
During the Saint Augustine International Film Festival, I sat down with one of its venerated sponsors, Sherrie Province, Executive Director of the Limelight Theater of Saint Augustine. Sponsors...
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RIP Alex! we are SO sad to announce that our FRIEND & oldest reviewer just passed away • Mar 01, 2026 at 02:23 PM
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4 days before passing Alex Deleon looked happy, and well in Yerevan where he was living for the past few years!Thanks for our your witty contributions Alex. He had started compiling them and...
Park Chan-wook President of the Jury of the 79th Festival de Cannes • Feb 28, 2026 at 11:08 PM
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Twelve spectacular feature films have established him as one of the most fascinating figures in contemporary cinema.Internationally acclaimed by critics and audiences alike, South Korean director,...
Pack in the Punchlines at SXSW Comedy • Feb 26, 2026 at 10:21 PM
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We have a tight ten and we’re back in action like never before. Welcome to the reimagined SXSW 2026 Comedy Festival, presented by Carnival Cruise Line. 👏This March 13–16, we’re packing in even more...
FILMMAKERS ATTENDING CINEMA MADE IN ITALY 2026 : 16TH EDITION OPENS AT BFI SOUTHBANK LONDON ON 4 MARCH • Feb 26, 2026 at 10:09 PM
by Bruno
The 16th edition of CINEMA MADE IN ITALY will launch at BFI Southbank, London on Wednesday 4 March. As in previous years, screenings will be...
San Diego Intl Film Festival Announcing 2026 Honorary Chairs • Feb 25, 2026 at 07:54 PM
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As we mark 25 years of championing independent film and education, we are honored to announce that Vicki and Chris Eddy will serve as Honorary Chairs of our 2026 Awards Viewing Party. Their belief...
European Film Academy, European Film Promotion and Europa International support to the Berlinale management • Feb 25, 2026 at 07:42 PM
European Film AcademyEuropean Film Promotion – Network of Europe’s National Film Promotion Institutions andEuropa International – European organization for films international distributors "We look...
Donostia Award actor Robert Duvall dies at 95 • Feb 23, 2026 at 10:38 PM
by SanSebastian
Robert Duvall made his film debut in 1962 with To Kill a Mockingbird. A decade later, in 1972, he left an indelible mark on cinema with his portrayal of the Consigliere to the fictional Corleone...
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Julien Dubuque International Film Festival ready for the anniversary 15th edition April 18-25 • Feb 04, 2026 at 12:26 PM
JDIFF 2026 April 18-25 More days, more films, and more fun! VOTED AGAIN AS ONE OF THE TOP 50 FILM FESTIVALS WORTH THE SUBMISSION FEE BY MOVIEMAKER MAGAZINE AND ONE OF THE TOP REVIEWED ON FilmFreeway,...
THE BRITISH VIRGIN ISLANDS TOURIST BOARD & FILM COMMISSION LAUNCHES ITS INAUGURAL FILM FESTIVAL: 284 EXCELLENCE FILM FESTIVAL • Feb 27, 2026 at 02:11 PM
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The British Virgin Islands Tourist Board & Film Commission (BVITBFC) proudly announces the 284 Excellence Film Festival (284XFF), a landmark event aimed at bridging the gap between Caribbean...
GOING FOR HOME at SBIFF 2026 • Feb 27, 2026 at 06:51 AM
GOING FOR HOME SBIFF 2026 Interview with Director: Eric Simonson. A feature documentary GOING FOR HOME , from Oscar Winner Eric Simonson took by surprise the Santa Barbara International film...
Ottawa International Animation Festival marks 50 years with new poster by acclaimed Canadian cartoonist Seth • Feb 27, 2026 at 12:15 AM
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Ottawa International Animation Festival marks 50 years with new poster by acclaimed Canadian cartoonist Seth ...
VESOUL IN PARIS on March 4, 5, 6 and 7, 2026 Screenings of award-winning films from the 32nd Vesoul International Festival of Asian Cinemas At the auditorium of the Guimet National Museum of Asian Arts in Paris • Feb 26, 2026 at 11:45 PM
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Kurak Team (Kirghizistan) : Erke Dzhumakmatov, filmmaker, Katerina Ignatenko, producer, Kairat Birimkulov, producer ©️FICAV VESOUL IN PARIS on March 4, 5, 6 and 7, 2026Screenings of award-winning...
Porto Femme 2026 - 9th Edition • Feb 26, 2026 at 11:38 PM
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9th Edition Dates / Films from 84 Countries in Pre-Selection / Femme Session #96 / Open Call | Photography Contest “Women and Work” ...
Sundance Film Festival Makes Its Boulder Debut January 21–31, 2027, • Feb 26, 2026 at 10:50 PM
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The 2027 Festival will feature a wide range of world premieres, compelling conversations, special events, and more. Together we will continue the Festival’s enduring mission and impact of...
FILMMAKERS ATTENDING CINEMA MADE IN ITALY 2026 : 16TH EDITION OPENS AT BFI SOUTHBANK LONDON ON 4 MARCH • Feb 26, 2026 at 10:09 PM
by Bruno
The 16th edition of CINEMA MADE IN ITALY will launch at BFI Southbank, London on Wednesday 4 March. As in previous years, screenings will be...
Full coverage of the Cannes 2025 Edition • Feb 28, 2026 at 11:00 PM
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Nora Armani awarded in CannesFeb 02, 2026 at 09:57 PMActress Nora Armani received during Cannes Festival the GOLDEN KIRK (Le Prix KIRK d’OR) awarded by Associated Artists and its president Régis...
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Award-Winning Doc Something Divine Launches Globally March 27, Celebrates Hometown Screening in Pittsburgh March 29 • Mar 03, 2026 at 04:33 AM
After a celebrated festival run and multiple international awards, filmmaker Thomas Essig’s acclaimed feature documentary Something Divine will make its global streaming debut on March 27, 2026, on...
COMMITTEE ANIMAL: AN AMAZING NEW SERIES IN THE WORK! • Feb 18, 2026 at 06:16 AM
COMMITTEE ANIMAL SBIFF 2026 Interview with Director: Robert Redfield. ‘Committee Animal’ (trailer: https://vimeo.com/1068117116?fl=pl&fe=ti ) is a proof of concept short/pilot from maverick director...
FIL-AM a short by Ralph Torrefranca. • Feb 21, 2026 at 06:42 AM
FIL-AMSBIFF 2026Interview with Director: Ralph Torrefranca Teaser trailer: https://vimeo.com/1119645007/309abbd88f While he was a teenager, promising Director Ralph Torrefranca, was forced to move to...
THE LAST PUESTERO • Feb 16, 2026 at 05:20 PM
THE LAST PUESTERO At SBIFF 2026 Interview with director: Belle Caseres Making its US Premiere at SBIFF, in the Documentary shorts section, was the impressive film, ‘The Last Puestero’...
THE LAST PUESTERO: SUCH AN ADVENTURE! • Feb 16, 2026 at 08:19 AM
THE LAST PUESTERO At SBIFF 2026 Interview with director: Belle Caseres Making its US Premiere at SBIFF, in the Documentary shorts section, was the impressive film, ‘The Last Puestero’...
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'LALA, MY REDHEAD' Feature film award winning script by Nellie K. and Deniz Nala
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Love and poverty, betrayal and wealth - centuries of traditions put to the test! A compelling story intricately woven into a comprehensive exploration of women’s status against the backdrop of the Roma culture. From the director of an award-winning film in Cannes 2023.
“I worked in Cannes with Emir Kusturica as his Sony Distributor on his brilliant award winning film: “Time of The Gypsies”: when I read the script for “Lala, my redhead” I immediately saw the connection and the potential of a unique story: I trust you will like it too. “
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Major Wins for San Sebastian Festival Productions at the 2026 Goyas • Mar 02, 2026 at 07:12 PM
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Eleven films shown at the San Sebastián Festival have bagged accolades in 23 of the 25 Goya Awards feature film categories, at its 40th edition, presented by the Academy of Cinematographic Arts and...
2026 BlueCat Winners • Feb 25, 2026 at 07:47 PM
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We are proud to announce the 2026 Winners of the BlueCat Screenplay Competition!Our Feature Winner and Short Winner will each receive a $3,000 prize, while our Fellini Winner, awarded for Best...
European Film Academy, European Film Promotion and Europa International support to the Berlinale management • Feb 25, 2026 at 07:42 PM
European Film AcademyEuropean Film Promotion – Network of Europe’s National Film Promotion Institutions andEuropa International – European organization for films international distributors "We look...
40th Goya awards nominees gala • Feb 23, 2026 at 11:08 AM
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Filmakers Oliver Laxe, Jose María Goenaga y Aitor Arregui, Carla Simón, Alauda Ruiz de Azúa, Ion de Sosa, Eva Libertad, Gerard Oms, Gemma Blasco, Jaume Claret Muxart, Avelina Prat, Guillermo Galoe,...
Down MEMORY LANE : Filmfestivals.com proud presenter of the Hollywood European Award to The Sea Inside October 18, 2004
A look back at Bruno Chatelin, filmfestivals.com co-founder, film veteran and former distributor with Sony, and UGC/Fox adressing the room, 21 years ago, during the 8TH Hollywood Awards Ceremony at the Beverly Hilton, as co producer with Paula Wagner and Carlos de Abreu and sponsor of the Hollywood European Award. Chatelin handed the award to MAR ADENTRO (The Sea Inside), A film by Alejandro Amenábar. With Leonardo di Caprio, Keanu Reeves and Mel Gibson. ...
Park Chan-wook Présidera le Jury du 79e Festival de Cannes • fév 28, 2026 at 11:11 PM
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Douze longs métrages spectaculaires l’ont imposé comme l’une des figures les plus fascinantes du cinéma contemporain.Mondialement salué par la critique et le public, le réalisateur, scénariste et...
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CÉSAR DE LA MEILLEURE ACTRICE LÉA DRUCKER dans DOSSIER 137 CÉSAR DU MEILLEUR ACTEUR LAURENT LAFITTE dans LA FEMME LA PLUS RICHE DU MONDE CÉSAR DE LA MEILLEURE ACTRICE DANS UN SECOND RÔLE VIMALA...
Le 284 Excellence Film Festival signe une édition inaugurale réussie • fév 27, 2026 at 02:08 PM
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Les Îles Vierges britanniques ont franchi une étape majeure dans le développement de leur industrie créative avec le lancement inaugural couronné de succès du 284 Excellence Film Festival, qui s’est...
43èmes RENCONTRES DU CINÉMA LATINO AMÉRICAIN: J-12 • fév 27, 2026 at 12:48 PM
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43èmes RENCONTRES DU CINÉMA LATINO AMÉRICAINCompétition fictionMano PropiaGory Patiño| Bolivie |2024|88 minInspiré de faits réels. En 2013, trois histoires s’entrelacent dans un village du tropique...
Le festival Forêts en Scène : une plongée au cœur des forêts et de la nature • fév 27, 2026 at 12:24 PM
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Initiée par l’ONU, la Journée internationale des forêts, célébrée chaque année le 21 mars, est l’occasion idéale pour approfondir ses connaissances sur les forêts, se reconnecter à la nature ou...
1er LONG METRAGE 100% IA REALISE PAR UN FRANCAIS • fév 26, 2026 at 11:58 PM
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Le film mêle fiction et réalité, s’inspirant librement de l’histoire de l’artiste contemporain Philippe Shangti, profondément troublé par l’arrivée brutale des intelligences artificielles et refusant...
KLIPSCH CÉLÉBRE LE PRINTEMPS DU CINÉMA AVEC UNE IMMERSION SONORE DIGNE DES PLUS GRANDES SALLES DE CINÉMA • fév 26, 2026 at 09:55 PM
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À l’occasion du Printemps du Cinéma, Klipsch réaffirme plus que jamais son statut de véritable référence du son cinéma. Si la marque est reconnue pour son expertise en home cinéma, c’est avant tout...
Le tour du monde du cinéma IA avant la Grande Finale mondiale dans les Alpes-Maritimes • fév 26, 2026 at 09:36 PM
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The Road to Cannes 2026 Les 21 et 22 avril 2026, le World AI Film Festival (WAiFF) prendra place au Palais des Festivals et des Congrès de Cannes. Mais Cannes n’est pas un point de départ. C’est...
Palmarès Européen de la Bande Originale (PEBO) 2026 : La sélection et le jury dévoilés • fév 25, 2026 at 08:03 PM
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Décerné le 9 mars 20h à l’Espace Bernanos, ce palmarès récompensera les meilleures B.O européennes de 2025 ! Sélectionnée par Benoit Basirico de Cinezik.fr (le site de référence sur les musiques de...
6ème Reims Polar : les Présidentes des Jurys sont... • fév 25, 2026 at 07:23 PM
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Pour sa 6e édition, Reims Polar a le plaisir de confier la présidence des Jurys de ses deux compétitions internationales à deux actrices majeures du cinéma français, dont les parcours divers et...
Le Marché du Film crée le Cinemas Club, en association avec Cine Group, pour rassembler les professionnels français et internationaux de l’exploitation • Mar 03, 2026 at 02:15 PM
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Le nouveau lieu est conçu pour renforcer le secteur de l’exploitation en reliant les exploitants, distributeurs et principaux acteurs du cinéma international.Le Marché du Film et Cine Group sont...
