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With the Social Ticket, the Hof International Film Festival offers discounted access to the festival – simple, straightforward, and with no proof of eligibility required.

The nine-minute German science-fiction short film will celebrate its world premiere in Hof, combining an existential story with an innovative cinematic approach.

The award, consisting of certified gold currently valued at approximately €35,000, recognises outstanding directorial achievement in a director’s first feature-length film of German production.

For its anniversary edition, the Hof International Film Festival is introducing the GRETA app for selected screenings for the first time.

The award comes with a €7,500 prize and recognises the diversity and quality of documentary filmmaking in the German-speaking world.

The internationally oriented award recognises outstanding short films and first and second feature-length films in the genres of thriller, horror, action, science fiction and related fields.

The award recognises outstanding achievements by filmmakers on their first, second or third feature-length fiction film produced in Germany.

Even before the festival officially kicks off on October 20, the Filmtage Warm Up brings culture and people together in the city.

The 60th Hof International Film Festival invites audiences on a cinematic journey around the globe this year.

Handwoven textile pieces connect the recipients of our sustainability award over the years, gradually becoming part of a growing collective artwork – supported by the Oberfrankenstiftung.

It’s now official: Alexander Conrads’ extraordinary long-term project will open the 60th Hof International Film Festival.

In a unique cinematic setting, we will screen five defining works that once premiered at the Hof International Film Festival – on 8, 16 or 35 mm.

As part of the 60th anniversary celebrations of the Hof International Film Festival, ACHT EIMER HÜHNERHERZEN will come to Hof for a special club concert.

The 60th Hof International Film Festival is looking for a living room to host its online press conference.

To mark the 60th anniversary of the Hof International Film Festival, this year’s edition will feature not one, but two extraordinary tributes.

With the new rideshare platform of the Hof International Film Festival, you can offer rides, find available seats and travel to the festival together.

Following its world premiere at the 59th Hof International Film Festival, ÜBER UNTERBIBERGER, directed by Matthias Ditscherlein, will be released in cinemas across Germany on October 1.

Following its premiere at the 59th Hof International Film Festival, The Sign of the Dragon is now coming to cinemas across Germany.

Casablanca Kino is celebrating its 50th anniversary in 2026 – and we send our heartfelt congratulations.

On Wednesday, September 16, at 8:00 PM, END OF THE CIRCLE by Mareike Sophie Danisch will be presented as part of the HoF Filmtage Rendezvous at the Kommunales Kino at Künstlerhaus in Hannover.

Jana Stallein’s multi-award-winning film WHERE THE WAVES TOOK HER premiered at the 59th Hof International Film Festival. It is now showing in German cinemas.

French director Tony Gatlif has died. He passed away at the age of 77. He had a special connection to the Hof International Film Festival.

Got a spare room with a bed in Hof? Become part of the festival and open your door to our guests.

Do you have a project you believe in? A story that moves you? Then apply for the 7-Minute Pitch.

Three exhibitions invite visitors to make special discoveries in Hof as the Hof International Film Festival celebrates its 60th anniversary.

Discover the new poster for the 60th Hof International Film Festival – an illustrated journey through six decades of festival history.

New award honours visionary feature films and documentaries on climate, the environment and the future – accompanied by a €5000 prize.

Apply for a multifaceted internship in festival organization / HoF NEXT – Cinema for the Young Generation.

Key works by Jan Soldat will be screened over two evenings at the QUEER FILM FESTIVAL in Munich.

On Sunday, June 14, BABA KUSH (58th Hof International Film Festival) will be screened in Nuremberg. A Q&A session with the director and Thorsten Schaumann will follow.