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The sea at the center of the new summer documentary film festival in Sozopol
From June 20 to 23, 2025, Sozopol will host the first edition of the documentary film festival "Documentary by the Coast". The program includes 12 Bulgarian and foreign films, focused on maritime culture, ecology, fishing, and the history of the Black Sea.
A Bulgarian film about German lessons will compete at a prestigious festival in Munich.
The Bulgarian feature film "German Lessons" directed by Pavel Vesselinov will be included in the official selection of the 41st Munich Film Festival, which will take place in June-July 2025. The film will compete in the "International Independents" program along with other European and global independent productions.
An inspiring journey along the Bulgarian Black Sea coast in the new documentary film "1 SEA"
The documentary film "1 SEA" presents the impressive achievement of Silvia Kyoseva, who ran over 400 km from the border with Romania to the Turkish border in six days. The project aims to promote the Bulgarian Black Sea coast as a destination for sports, recreation, culture, and an active lifestyle.
Cineland launches a large-scale summer campaign with over 65,000 prizes for viewers in Varna and the country.
The leading cinema chain Cineland announces a national promotion "Cinema Summer with Prizes", which will offer free gifts and promotions for every second viewer who buys a ticket in all of its cinema halls, including in Varna. The campaign aims to increase attendance in cinemas during the summer season.
The Plovdiv Festival combines literature and cinema in an intriguing evening
Today in Plovdiv a special event is being held, jointly organized by the "Plovdiv Reads" festival and the "Janette 45" publishing house. The program includes a conversation with authors, followed by a screening of four short films related to the themes of a novel from contemporary Bulgarian literature.
The European Film Festival in Indonesia with a focus on women's cinema
The "Europe on Screen 2025" festival will be held from June 13 to 22 in seven major Indonesian cities. The program includes 55 European feature and documentary films, with over 50% of them directed by women - a trend that marks an important breakthrough in the equal access of women in cinema.
Burgas welcomes the fourth edition of the "Kinovakantsia" (Cinema Vacation) festival.
The "Kinovakantsia" (Cinema Vacation) Festival is returning to Burgas from June 22 to 24, offering a rich program of authored films, both feature-length and short films, including debuts and works by established Bulgarian directors. The event, funded by the Municipality of Burgas, has free admission and aims to strengthen the film community and encourage dialogue between authors and the audience in the region.
Burgas hosts the 10th anniversary edition of the International Film Festival
From July 12 to 18, Burgas will host the International Film Festival Burgas (BIFF), which is celebrating its 10th anniversary edition. The festival will offer a rich selection of over 30 films, special guests and surprises, and will include an accompanying program with presentations, masterclasses and workshops.
Burgas hosts Panorama of Contemporary Spanish Cinema as part of the SOLE festival.
The Festival for Spanish Music, Culture and Cuisine SOLE organizes a special Panorama of Contemporary Spanish Cinema on June 21 and 22 at the Expo Center "Flora" in Burgas. The program includes comedies, social dramas, and films awarded at international festivals, featuring renowned Spanish and Latin American actors. Admission is free for all screenings.
Burgas comes alive with the memory of the forgotten builder Stoyan Shivachev
The project "The Unknown Today Stoyan Shivachev - One of the Famous Builders of Burgas" presents a documentary film and a certificate of honor dedicated to the life and work of this distinguished teacher, lawyer and public figure from the 19th century, whose role in the construction of modern Burgas is almost completely forgotten. The event is organized by the "Chance for the Children and Nature of Bulgaria" Foundation and the Center for Young Talents - Burgas, with the support of the Culture Fund of the Municipality of Burgas.
Young genius inventor joins the Marvel Cinematic Universe with the new series "Ironheart".
The fans will see the debut of Riri Williams, a young MIT student who creates her own iron suits, in the upcoming Disney+ series "Ironheart". The character, first introduced in the film "Black Panther: Wakanda Forever", will continue her story in Chicago, where she will face a mysterious and charming adversary.
The revolutionary continuation of "TRON" with Jared Leto and Gillian Anderson
Disney is releasing the long-awaited third installment of the cult science fiction series "TRON". "TRON: Ares" follows the adventures of an advanced Program sent from the digital world to the real world, marking humanity's first encounter with artificial intelligence.
Burgas hosts the International Youth Literary and Film Festival "Friendship - Meaning and Salvation"
From May 30 to June 1, 2025, Burgas will host the fourth edition of the International Youth Literary and Film Festival "Friendship - Meaning and Salvation". The forum will bring together 30 young creators from Bulgaria and abroad, who will participate in the competition for inspiring artistic stories and videos on the theme "If It Weren't for Them..." - dedicated to the heroes who saved human lives during the Holocaust. A rich program with the participation of renowned writers, journalists and scientists is planned.
A new "Lilo & Stitch" - A remake that captivates viewers with emotional depth and fresh accents
The first reviews for Disney's live-action remake of "Lilo & Stitch" (2025) indicate that the film succeeds with its more realistic approach and the charming performance of debutante Maya Kealoha, although it fails to fully match the level of the original animated film from 2002. Critics note that the remake manages to preserve the spirit of the classic, while also adding new emotional accents and elements that make it more accessible to contemporary audiences.
Fallout Renewed for Season 3 Ahead of Season 2 Premiere
Prime Video has confirmed Season 3 of Fallout before Season 2 even airs, set for December 2025.