Yesterday, the city of Marburg became the first to be awarded the new »Film-Friendly Location« label. This designation recognizes cities, municipalities, and filming locations that actively support film productions, making shoots easier and positioning themselves as particularly welcoming to filmmakers.

Strong Hessian Presence in Locarno: »Blind, Into the Eye« and »Unleaded 95« in Pardi di Domani, »Vuta N'Kuvute« at Open Doors Screenings

»Silent Friend«, »Cotton Queen« & »It’s a Sad and Beautiful World« celebrate world premieres at the 82nd Venice International Film Festival – »Silent Friend« in Competition

We’re excited to announce the next round of our collaboration with the European Film Market (EFM) Toolbox program at the Berlinale! We’re seeking producers based in Hesse from marginalized communities who want to join either the Fiction Toolbox or Doc Toolbox program at the 2026 EFM in Berlin.