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What’s On in Stockholm October–December 2026: 40+ Unmissable Events

The most complete list of unmissable events happening all around Stockholm between October and December 2026 for you to enjoy both indoors and outdoors. Autumn in Stockholm is anything but quiet. As the leaves turn golden and the days get shorter, Stockholmers spend more time indoors and the city’s cultural calendar kicks into high gear, […]

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Chungking Express: Where Do We Go From Here?

Must listen: The Mamas & the Papas – California Dreamin’ At the beginning of the film, while I was still trying to understand what was going to happen, perhaps I was unaware of the effect this film would leave on me. Asian cinema has always been a cinematic journey for film lovers who are not […]

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Pressure: Weather, War and the 72 Hours Before D-Day

The film Pressure leaves an undeniable impact from its very first scene, creating an atmosphere where it feels as if someone has walked into the room, making it impossible to look anywhere else, listen to anyone else, or think about anything other than what is right in front of you. The music is a huge part of […]

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Stockholm International Film Festival 2025: The Big Winners

The Stockholm International Film Festival wrapped up its 36th edition with a dazzling awards evening at the Rigoletto Cinema on the night of the 14th of November — and a host of unforgettable winners were announced. From deeply personal dramas to powerful shorts, here are the standout films and talents honoured this year. This year’s […]

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Interview: film director Taratoa Stappard at the Stockholm International Film Festival

Film director Taratoa Stappard visited the Stockholm International Film Festival to present the Swedish premiere of his feature film debut Mārama — a genre-defining Mauri Gothic horror that has been making waves at festivals across the world. We had the chance to sit down with him — perhaps not in the same physical room, but […]

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Film Review: Alpha by Julia Ducournau — A Haunting Descent into Fear, Flesh, and Fragility

French director Julia Ducournau, celebrated for her fearless exploration of the human body and psyche, returns with Alpha — a hypnotic, unsettling, and profoundly moving film that cements her as one of the boldest voices in contemporary cinema. With the Stockholm International Film Festival already in full swing, we had the opportunity to attend the […]

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A Dazzling Start to the 36th Stockholm International Film Festival

What a spectacular start to the 36th edition of the Stockholm International Film Festival! The festival officially opened on the night of November 4th with an unforgettable gala that lit up Bio Skandia — setting the tone for twelve days of world-class cinema, culture, and creativity across the city. The evening began with a red-carpet […]

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Unmissable films at Stockholm Film Festival 2025

The Stockholm International Film Festival will take place between November 5th and16th. The year’s most colourful film marathon is finally here and will be screening 135 fantastic film premieres from 60 countries that continue to explore and promote the great directors of tomorrow. With so many exciting films, embracing a variety of topics and styles, […]

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Stockholm International Film Festival 2025: A Cinematic Feast for the City

From 5 to 16 November 2025, Stockholm once again transforms into a global stage for cinema as the Stockholm International Film Festival celebrates its 36th edition. With 135 premieres, gala events, international guests and a packed programme of screenings, talks, industry events and parties, this year’s festival promises something for every film-lover in the city. […]

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Autumn Alive: Unmissable Events in Stockholm (Sep–Nov 2025)

As Stockholm shifts into its iconic autumn palette, the city springs to life with music, theatre, art, dance, and more. Here’s your curated guide to the season’s most compelling happenings across the capital — perfect for locals and visitors alike. Music & Concerts Sonora Santanera –12 September – Södra TeaternMexico’s legendary orchestra brings a night […]

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