36th FilmFestival Cottbus
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The 36th FilmFestival Cottbus is a major international festival in Cottbus, Germany, devoted to East and Central European cinema and regarded as one of the leading meeting points for this region’s film industry.[1][2][9] It showcases a broad program centered on feature films, with competitions for feature, short, and youth films, plus side sections and industry events such as the co-production market connecting cottbus.[1][2][6] Its significance comes from its role as a key platform for premieres, discovery, and cross-border industry exchange within the European festival circuit.[2][8][10]
Last updated Aug 16, 2026
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- 35 years of verifiable history
- 1 verified pro signal
- Verified trusted status
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- No physical screenings
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- Documented history with archived programs
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