The much-anticipated European Union Film Festival (EUFF) is set to enthrall audiences once again as it returns for its 29th edition, bringing a collection of 26 distinguished films from Europe to Indian shores. Set to celebrate the rich cultural connections between Europe and India, this prestigious festival will grace the cities of New Delhi, Kolkata, and Hyderabad with its cinematic offerings. Schedule to commence on November 7 and run through November 16, EUFF 2024 will present screenings at renowned venues including the India Habitat Centre, Instituto Cervantes, and Goethe-Institut / Max Mueller Bhavan in New Delhi.
This year, the festival’s lineup will showcase an array of films presented in 31 different languages, offering a unique lens into the diverse landscape of European cinema. The lineup boasts several India premieres, giving audiences the first opportunity to experience critically acclaimed European films such as “La Chimera” from Italy, “Afire” from Germany, “An Irish Goodbye” from Ireland, “Animal” from Greece, and “Restore Point” from the Czech Republic.
Adding a touch of star power to this cinematic event, the festival will welcome an array of notable guests. Among them are Yile Yara Vianello, star of the Italian film “La Chimera,” and Tomas Vengris, the creative mind behind “Five & A Half Love Stories in an Apartment in Vilnius.” The festival will also feature Maltese producer Pedja Miletic, who will be present for the screening of the historic drama “Blood on the Crown.”
Curated by esteemed film personalities Veronica Flora and Valerio Caruso, EUFF 2024 promises to delve into the intricacies of the human spirit with films that explore universal themes of love, resilience, and solidarity.
. These themes reflect the festival’s aim to facilitate a dialogue between cultures, inviting audiences to embark on an illuminating and thought-provoking journey through cinematic storytelling. The spirit of cultural exchange was aptly captured by Ambassador Hervé Delphin, who stated, “This year’s EUFF2024 presents an extraordinary array of award-winning European films, inviting the Indian audience on a luminous cultural journey.”
Attendees can look forward to an impressive diversity of films representing various countries, each contributing their distinctive cultural narratives. The lineup is as follows:
– Austria presents “What a Feeling”
– Belgium brings “Employee of the Month”
– Bulgaria offers “Because I Love Bad Weather”
– Cyprus contributes “Embryo Larva Butterfly”
– The Czech Republic showcases “Restore Point”
– Denmark features “Sons”
– Estonia presents “Stairway To Heaven”
– Finland brings “Death is a Problem for the Living”
– France offers “Jim’s Story”
– Germany showcases “Afire”
– Greece contributes “Animal”
– Hungary features “Without Air”
– Ireland provides “An Irish Goodbye”
– Italy presents “La Chimera”
– Latvia offers “Black Velvet”
– Lithuania showcases “Five & A Half Love Stories in an Apartment in Vilnius”
– Luxembourg presents “The Last Ashes”
– Malta brings “Blood on the Crown”
– Netherlands contributes “Como el Viento”
– Poland features “Dangerous Men”
– Portugal offers “Baan”
– Romania showcases “Horia”
– Slovenia provides “The Man Without Guilt”
– Spain brings “The Teacher Who Promised The Sea”
– Sweden presents “UFO”
– Ukraine offers “How is Katia?”
For cinema enthusiasts and the general public alike, the EUFF presents a marvelous opportunity to explore and appreciate the rich tapestry of European cinema. Each screening will include English subtitles, accommodating a diverse audience and facilitating a shared cinematic experience. Access to the screenings will be based on a first-come, first-served basis, ensuring equitable opportunities for all to partake in this cultural spectacle.
The European Union Film Festival continues to be a beacon of cultural dialogue and artistic excellence, fostering a deeper understanding and connection between European and Indian audiences through the universal language of film. As the festival draws near, anticipation grows for what promises to be another remarkable celebration of film, culture, and shared human experiences.
