Film submissions for the Movies that Matter Festival 2027 are now open.
Agenda
23 July to 29 July
Now in Cinemas: Eagles of the Republic
Egyptian political thriller about a famous actor who is forced to make a propaganda film for the autocratic regime. George Fahmy is a big film star, commissioned to play Egyptian President El-Sisi. He reluctantly accepts – and then begins an affair with the wife of the general overseeing the film. George Fahmy (Fares Fares) is...
5 August to 11 August
Cinema without Borders: Southeast Asia
The 100% Manusia Film Festival and Movies that Matter are launching a new edition of Cinema without Borders. This edition focuses on the Southeast Asian region (Indonesia, Malaysia, Laos, Cambodia, Thailand, Myanmar, the Philippines and Vietnam). During the 10th edition of the 100% Manusia Film Festival (6–16 August 2026 in Jakarta, Indonesia), we will bring...
12 August to 23 August
Roffa Mon Amour Film Festival
Roffa Mon Amour is an open-air film festival in Rotterdam featuring a selection of new and relevant films, complemented by live music, talks and a supporting programme. In 2026, the festival will focus on ‘Mind Work’, with mental health running as a central theme throughout the programme. Check the programme Open-air cinema under the summer...
