CINE PRAGUE | – Official Schedule 2026

Side Event & Masterclass

November 30, 2026

Co-organized in collaboration with the Italian Embassy & Italian Cultural Institute in Prague (subject to final confirmation).

Special Session

Special Q&A & Panel Discussion

Interactive session with Italian director and Festival President Andrea Lodovichetti.

Screening

Special Non-Competition Screening

Exclusive screening of his film CARTAPESTA, CARNIVAL OF FANO - THE MOVIE.

Main Festival Day

December 1, 2026

📍 DAY PROGRAM – Kino Atlas

13:30 – 16:00

Afternoon Screenings & Filmmaker Q&A

Screening of selected entries and semi-finalist AI short films (all under 5 minutes). Informal audience Q&A and networking session with attending directors at the Kino Atlas restaurant.

📍 EVENING GALA & FINALE – Kino Edison Filmhub

16:30 – 17:00

Red Carpet & VIP Arrivals

Red carpet photo opportunity, welcome drinks, media arrivals, and guest check-in.

17:00 – 18:00

Main Festival Finale & Awards Ceremony

Screening of the Finalist Short Films in front of a live audience. Official Awards Ceremony: Announcement of category winners and presentation of the Grand Prix by the International Jury.

18:15 – 19:15

Press Conference & VIP Networking Reception

Official press conference with award-winning filmmakers and jury members. VIP cocktail reception, buffet, and networking for filmmakers, industry professionals, and press.

📌 Important Note for Filmmakers

All competition entries for the 2026 edition are short films with a maximum runtime of 5 minutes.
After the submission deadline, the international jury will select the official finalists.
Selected filmmakers get the opportunity to present their work on the big screen in Prague, compete for international jury awards, and qualify for the Grand Prix.