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The FIPRESCI prize in Berlinale Competition goes to Soumsoum, la nuit des astres directed by Mahamat-Saleh Haroun, a film of quiet yet profound poetic and political power. Discover the Perspectives, Panorama, and Forum FIPRESCI choices.

Fredrikstad Animation Festival is pleased to announce a new collaboration with International Federation of Film Critics, welcoming the first official FIPRESCI critics’ jury at the 30th edition of the festival, taking place October 21–25, 2026.


FIPRESCI and MDAG are pleased to share the list of nominees for the Documentary Grand Prix. The first ever winner will be announced at the Opening Ceremony of the 23rd MDAG in May 2026. Discover the nominated titles.


Meet us at the next festivals:

  • D’A Festival Cinema Barcelona, Spain, March 19-29
  • Hong Kong International Film Festival, April 1–12
  • Istanbul Film Festival, Turkey, April 9-19
  • Malmö Arab Film Festival, Sweden, April 10 – 16
  • Guadalajara International Film Festival, Mexico, April 17-25, 2026
  • Visions du Réel, Nyon, Switzerland, April 17–26
  • Julien Dubuque International Film Festival, Iowa, USA, April 18 – 25
  • ZagrebDox International Documentary Film Festival, Croatia, April 19-26
  • goEast Film Festival – Wiesbaden, Germany, 21-27 April