Festivals & Events
On-the-ground coverage from the world's most important film festivals and art biennales.
Los Javis Cast Penélope Cruz and Glenn Close in La Bola Negra
Hollywood legends Penélope Cruz and Glenn Close will star in 'La Bola Negra,' a Spanish film by Los Javis, set to premiere in competition at the Cannes Film Festival in 2026.
Na Hong-jin Confirms Hope Sequel Script; Hwang Jung-min, Zo In-sung
Before audiences have even seen Na Hong-jin's new sci-fi epic 'Hope,' the director has confirmed a sequel script already exists, Variety reports.
Julianne Moore Honored at Cannes Women in Motion Awards
Julianne Moore, the only American woman to win top acting honors at Berlin, Venice, and Cannes, used her platform at the Kering Women in Motion dinner to declare a persistent cultural assumption: wome
The Evolving and Multifaceted Role of a Film Festival Programmer
The role of a film festival programmer is multifaceted, encompassing curatorial vision, strategic selection, industry networking, and adaptation to digital platforms and diversity initiatives.
What Is the Significance of Different Cultural Festivals?
The Des Moines Art Festival alone draws over 200,000 people, transforming a local cultural celebration into a massive economic and social magnet, according to Cenex .
Fall 2026 Film Festivals, Including London's BFI Oct 7-18
While standard tickets for the BFI London Film Festival's Opening Night Gala start at £10, a fundraising ticket for the same event costs £1,000.
Commercial Models Reshape Physical Art Exhibitions
A Saturday ticket to an immersive Van Gogh experience in London costs £25, a price point that starkly illuminates the commercial pivot of physical art exhibitions.