Every year, the film sector from the North and North Eastern Europe gathers in Lübeck to present their latest films, documentaries and short films. But guests here don’t just come to view but also to play an active role – a festival for audiences awaits you with discussions, seminars and round tables! Become part of the Nordic film world! Experiment, interpret and draw inspiration from dedicated newcomers and well-known film-makers alike. Experience the cinematographer’s art up close and personal – with the promise of sheer fascination.
Jump, you must jump! Through death into life, through the darkness into the light. Make sure you’re really living!Astrid Lindgren Biopic "Becoming Astrid"
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Every year a memorable experience since 1956
Ever since 1956, the Nordic Film Days Lübeck have been a fixture in Lübeck’s cultural calendar. In 1971, the film festival was taken over by the town, and since then it has been staged by the Hanseatic City of Lübeck together with the film institutes of Nordic and Baltic countries around the first weekend of Novemberms. The Nordic Film Days Lübeck delight a broad audience with their exciting programme and they are an inspiring meeting point for the film sector from Germany and Northern and North Eastern Europe. The festival is a must for all who love the Baltics and cinema. Unique films in the original language – with subtitles, of course, just in case your Icelandic or Faroese have grown a little rusty...
Feature films, documentaries and short films from Scandinavia, the Baltics, Finland and Iceland – at this festival for audiences, you will experience the full range of Nordic cinematic art. Guests can play an active role in seminars, discussions, round tables, exhibitions and concerts, entering into a direct dialogue with the artists. The Nordic Film Days Lübeck are aimed at all age groups. For example, there is an extensive programme for children and adolescents. Since 2016, the section for series is given the space to present its wares as is the genre for retrospectives which shines a spotlight on important eras of history, certain genres or important personalities of cinematic history.
For film lovers who like to experiment, the Immersion 360° area, opening in 2022, offers a wide range of innovative works that go beyond traditional cinema. In the purpose-built InfinityDome on the Klingenberg, visitors can immerse themselves in captivating projections, live performances and immersive art installations.
Advance ticket sales start the weekend before the festival begins online on the website of the Nordic Film Days Lübeck and in the cinemas. The programme will be available on the website as of october. Search for specific films or events and use the daily planner to put together your very own personal programme!
