Search results

Faking a newspaper to outwit the Nazis: it sounds like the premise of an outrageous heist, but in occupied Brussels, it actually happened. Film Fest Gent is proud to announce the official closing film: the 53rd edition of the festival will conclude with Le Faux Soir, the latest film by Michaël R. Roskam, who pays tribute to one of the boldest acts of Belgian resistance during World War II.

De Morgen guides you through the extensive programme at Film Fest Gent. For ten days, their film journalists will welcome you to the festival and introduce the films to you.

Experience double film fun! With your purchased ticket(s), Film Fest Gent offers you a film on the online streaming platform Sooner.

Celebrate the end of the work week with us on Friday 9 October at our 'Cinema & Apero' after-work event! From 18:00, transform your workday into a stylish moment of relaxation at the FFG Hub (at the Kinepolis site), featuring snacks, drinks from the open bar (until 19:30), and a festival film.When purchasing a film ticket—for any screening on the evening of Friday 9 October at Kinepolis—simply select the 'Cinema & Apero' add-on and come enjoy the experience with colleagues and friends.

Film Fest Gent proudly presents the full programme for its 53rd edition. From 7 to 18 October, the city of Ghent will once again serve as the backdrop for over 100 feature films, along with 40 short films, 2 VR projects, and 23 documentaries from 49 different countries. From promising debut features to multi-award-winning works, the films in the programme share one thing in common: they demonstrate that art is more important than ever in these uncertain times.

At Film Fest Gent, FilmFix – the new sister magazine of the French-language Surimpressions – is launching its first official issue, having already published a pilot issue during Cannes 2026.

Documentaries about literary giants, portraits of contemporary authors, film adaptations, new versions of iconic classics—variety is the hallmark of the ‘Paper to Picture’ tag. Directors follow both traditional and innovative paths, and more often than not, you might find yourself heading to the nearest bookstore after the film. From film to book: destination reached?

A film and concert night rolled into one? Film Fest Gent and VIERNULVIER are joining forces once again for Videodroom! During this program, running from Saturday 26 September to Thursday 29 October, cult films are given new soundtracks, performed live by various artists during the screenings. 

Red carpets, Q&As and events galore at Film Fest Gent 2026. On this page you’ll find the best photos of the day.

Red carpets, Q&As and events galore at Film Fest Gent 2026. On this page you’ll find the best photos of the day.