21 Mar 2026
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Stockholm International Film Festival 2024 – 35th anniversary

The Stockholm International Film Festival has unveiled its program for 2024. We were at the press conference and have all the juicy details and highlights or you. Celebrating its 35th anniversary, the festival not only features 135 films from 50 different countries, this year also introduces a new category dedicated to fresh TV series. The […]

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Cinema Queer shines a light on LGBTQ+ movies – Sept 30 to Oct 6

Cinema Queer is Sweden’s biggest LGBTQ+ film festival, held annually in Stockholm since 2012. This year’s festival takes place from September 30 to October 6 in several locations around Stockholm. The festival showcases a diverse range of queer films, including feature films, documentaries, and shorts from around the world. The festival aims to challenge norms, […]

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Stockholm Independent Film Festival 2024

After last year’s sold-out edition, the Stockholm Independent Film Festival returns to Zita Folkets bio on 25 & 26 May. Under the theme ‘Metamorphosis’, 16 indie short and feature-length films comprise a quirky programme that invites the audience to immerse themselves in the power of cinema. An amalgam of different film genres, styles and aesthetics, […]

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Documentary films are booming!

Documentary films are experiencing a renaissance, shedding their once-elitist image to become a booming market that captivates audiences worldwide. The surge in demand for real-life stories has propelled the documentary feature market into the mainstream, with streaming platforms playing a pivotal role in broadening their appeal. These thrilling and emotionally charged narratives often rival the […]

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Stockholm International Film Festival awards

All photos by Karen Lundquist Greetings from the grandeur of the Bibliotek Live! Yesterday, the Stockholm International Film Festival 2023 unfolded with an air of sophistication and prestige. The luminous gala showcased an array of cinematic brilliance, and we’re thrilled to present the distinguished winners who took the stage by storm. Best Film: “The Settlers” […]

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Ethan and Maya Hawke with “Wildcat” in Stockholm

Text by Monika Lipanovich – Video by Karen Lundquist Before we dive into the cinematic world of “Wildcat”, let’s take a moment to appreciate the genuine and heartwarming relationship between Ethan and Maya Hawke. Their father-daughter bond is nothing short of remarkable – supportive, respectful, and allowing each other the space to shine individually. It’s […]

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Stockholm Film Festival: In a world where detachable wombs are as normal as fika.

Step into the intriguing world of Sophie Barthes’ “The Pod Generation” at the Stockholm Film Festival – a future where Siri’s your sidekick, pastel hues rule the scene, and detachable wombs are the trend du jour. Emily Clark (Rachel) and Chiwetel Ejiofor (Alvy) navigate the complexities of impending parenthood, with Rachel eyeing a corporate climb […]

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Stars of the big and small screen at Comic Con Stockholm

Comic Con Stockholm 2023 was held at Stockholmsmässan in Älvsjö and as per usual, a number of stars from movies and TV series were in attendance. They were available for photos and autographs for those who had purchased such special tickets, and they did entertaining Q&A sessions that were open for all attendees. Mind you, […]

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Stockholm Film Festival 2023: ‘Poor Things’ Premieres to Glowing Reviews and a Star-Studded Gala

The Stockholm Film Festival 2023 opened with a bang as the Nordic premiere of the critically acclaimed film ‘Poor Things’ took centre stage at the Skandia Cinema. The evening was a perfect blend of glamour, and entertainment, setting the tone for what promises to be an unforgettable festival. The excitement kicked off as the doors […]

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Unmissable films at Stockholm Film Festival 2023

The Stockholm International Film Festival opens its doors November 8th to the year’s most colourful film marathon and presents 130 fantastic film premieres from 50 different countries. With so many exciting films, embracing a variety of topics and styles, it is easy to feel a little lost when trying to maximise your festival experience and […]

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