Prague Film Festival Showcases Oscar Winners and Celebrates International Cinema!
The Prague Film Festival 2025 is currently taking place, inviting film enthusiasts, students, and industry professionals to join one of the most exciting cinema events of the year.
This year’s selection features over 75 films from 29 different countries, showcasing appearances by acclaimed directors from prestigious festivals like Cannes and Berlinale, including names such as Marian Crișan, Gunnur Martinsdóttir Schlüter, and Izabela Plucińska.
This season’s offerings present a diverse array of award-winning films, intriguing premieres, and special masterclasses, crafting an exceptional venue for storytelling and global conversations.
Czech Premieres from Berlinale Stand Out
One of the festival’s highlights is the Czech debut of the Oscar-winning movie I Am Not A Robot. Additionally, moviegoers can look forward to three premieres that originated from this year’s Berlinale, featuring two impactful narrative films.
Cu Li Never Cries, helmed by Vietnam’s Pham Ngoc Lana, tells the emotional tale of a woman striving to come to terms with her history while her life continues to change under the burden of memories and the passage of time.
Maria’s Silence, created by Latvian director Dāvis Sīmanis, examines the grim era of Stalinist Russia. In this film, actress Maria Leiko embarks on a visit to her granddaughter but quickly becomes trapped in the harsh regime of the KGB. It portrays a chilling and tense depiction of survival and defiance.
Moving Narratives and Memorable Screenings
Among the must-see films this year is My Last Summer, a touching dramedy from Oscar-winning Croatian director Danis Tanović. Set on a remote island, the story revolves around a young woman who returns to manage a family inheritance, only to face painful memories and unresolved issues.
Additionally, the festival welcomes a special appearance by Palme d’Or recipient Marian Crișan, who will engage with audiences after the showing of his latest creation.
Another notable film is Under the Volcano, directed by Polish filmmaker Damian Kocur. This impactful movie follows a Ukrainian family spending their final day of vacation in Tenerife, blissfully unaware that their lives will be dramatically altered by the onset of war the following day. It serves as a poignant reminder of the abrupt dislocation and the delicate nature of peace.
Masterclasses and Emerging Animation Talent
In addition to films, the festival features exclusive masterclasses conducted by Icelandic award-winner Gunnur Martinsdóttir Schlüter and Polish director Elżbieta Benkowska. These sessions provide participants with valuable insight into both the artistic and technical elements of filmmaking.
The event also showcases Anirama Pitch, which highlights promising student animation projects that are still in their formative stages. Supported by partners such as Foley Stage, Shorts Wrap, and the Festival of Animation Berlin, this initiative emphasizes the emerging voices within the animation sector.
Whether your interests lie in deeply personal narratives, engaging political drama, or innovative visual storytelling, the Prague Film Festival 2025 promises an enriching cinematic journey that reinforces Prague’s status as a key hub for international film culture.
