Vary Unveils

• The Karlovy Vary International Film Festival (KVIFF) has announced the winners of its "KVIFF Promises" category for the 2026 edition. • Notable winning works-in-progress include the Ukrainian film project ‘Reminiscence,’ as well as ‘Selamlik’ and ‘They Bloom at Dawn.’ • These awards highlight promising upcoming cinematic projects, providing critical recognition and support for filmmakers during the production phase.

• The Karlovy Vary Film Festival has announced the selected Central European projects for its Central Stage showcase and the Book-to-Screen program. • Featured projects include Tomáš Hodan’s “The Stones Are Rolling to Prague,” focusing on the 1990 Rolling Stones concert, and Tomáš Pavlíček’s comedy “A Few Branches Off,” which explores Czech cottage culture. • The selection highlights regional talent and cinematic adaptations, including work from filmmakers previously recognized at the Berlinale, Cannes, and Tallinn Black Nights.

• The Karlovy Vary International Film Festival (KVIFF) has unveiled its 2026 competition titles for the Crystal Globe and Proxima categories. • The selection features 24 world premieres from filmmakers spanning five continents, including works from Mexico, Japan, Croatia, Italy, and the United Kingdom. • This lineup reinforces the festival's commitment to showcasing new cinematic voices and promoting unconventional storytelling approaches.