Michel Franco: Sarajevo is my Second Home
The film DREAMS by the director Michel Franco was shown tonight in KSC Skenderija, as part of the Open Air programme of the 31st Sarajevo Film Festival. The film DREAMS…
Interview with Paolo Sorrentino: A Film Must Be Imperfect, Just Like Life
Recipient of the Honorary Heart of Sarajevo, Italian director Paolo Sorrentino, held a Masterclass at the 31st Sarajevo Film Festival, where he revealed how his acclaimed films come to life,…
Stellan Skarsgård received the Honorary Heart of Sarajevo
The Honorary Heart of Sarajevo was presented to Skarsgård by the Mirsad Purivatra, president of Obala Art Centar, founder and organizer of the Sarajevo Film Festival. Actor Stellan Skarsgård was…
Stellan Skarsgård will receive the Honorary Heart of Sarajevo tonight
In recognition of his exceptional contributions to the film industry and his remarkable acting career, Stellan Skarsgård will receive the Honorary Heart of Sarajevo at the 31st Sarajevo Film Festival…
Sarajevo In Full Glory For The Next 10 Days: Concerts, DJs, And Nightlife At Every Step
The capital of Bosnia and Herzegovina (BiH), this August also offers a series of events, and in the next 10 days, Sarajevo will be a place of great nightlife as…
Sarajevo Shines Tonight in Full Splendor of Culture and City Life
Tonight, Sarajevo shone with the full splendor of cultural and city life, the 31st Sarajevo Film Festival officially began, and the city is teeming with tourists, guests and citizens enjoying…
The 31st SFF opened with the World Premiere of the Film ‘Pavilion’
The 31st Sarajevo Film Festival opened in Sarajevo tonight with the premiere of the film "Pavilion" by Bosnian-Herzegovinian director Dino Mustafić. At the National Theatre in Sarajevo, the director and…
31st SFF Brings Encounters with World-Class Filmmakers
The Sarajevo Film Festival’s Masterclass programme continues to foster dialogue between audiences and leading contemporary filmmakers, while affirming Sarajevo as a regional hub for film education and knowledge exchange. Sarajevo…
The History Museum of BiH opens its Doors until Midnight during the SFF
The Historical Museum of Bosnia and Herzegovina will be open until midnight during the Sarajevo Film Festival (SFF), when Sarajevo becomes a dynamic point on the regional cultural map, following…
Photo Exhibition “Ready. Steady. Our Europe” Opens Maglaj Spirit Weekend
This year’s edition of the Maglaj Spirit Weekendfestival was opened with the exhibition Ready. Steady. Our Europe, presenting some of the most inspiring photographs by young talents from across the…
Traditional ZONA Party: The best Acting Party this Year at SFF
The traditional ZONA party, known to the public as the best acting party, will be held on August 20, during the Sarajevo Film Festival. This year, outside the hustle and…
Gabi Novak has passed away
The famous Croatian singer Gabi Novak died at the age of 90. Gabi Novak was born on July 8, 1936 in Berlin. Her father Đuro Novak was from Hvar, and…
Europe’s Largest Festival “Kurutlaj” is Underway in Hungary
Thousands of people gather at the three-day "Kurultaj" festival in the village of Bugac in Hungary to celebrate the culture and history of various peoples. It is the largest European…
In-person Ticket Sales for the 31st Sarajevo Film Festival begin Today
In-person ticket sales for the 31st Sarajevo Film Festival begin today at 10:00 a.m. at the Main Box Office (Bosnian Cultural Center, Branilaca Sarajeva 24, Sarajevo). Tickets will be available…
Talents Sarajevo 2025 Announces Full Programme and Key Guests
The Sarajevo Film Festival is proud to unveil the full programme for the nineteenth edition of Talents Sarajevo, taking place from August 16th to 21st. As one of the leading…
Diaspora Days in Travnik: Concert on the Promenade Delights and Unites
In the heart of a summer evening, as part of the Diaspora Days Travnik 2025 event, the Travnik promenade became an open-air music stage on Wednesday. Taking the stage was…
World-Famous DJ Coming To Sarajevo During The Final Night Of SFF
World-famous DJ Layla Benitez will perform in front of the Eternal Flame in Sarajevo on August 22nd, during the final night of the Sarajevo Film Festival (SFF). Alongside her, the…
Introducing the Open Air and Open Air Premiere Programmes of the 31st SFF
The Open Air Programme of the 31st Sarajevo Film Festival this year consists of two sections: Open Air and Open Air Premiere. The Open Air programme, alongside the opening film…
Willem Dafoe to Receive Honorary Heart of Sarajevo at the 31st SFF
In recognition of his outstanding contribution to the art of film, actor Willem Dafoe will receive the Honorary Heart of Sarajevo at the 31st Sarajevo Film Festival. Having made over…
Films in Partner Presents Programme: Doha Film Institute
The selection of Arab films at the 31st Sarajevo Film Festival highlights the enduring partnership between Sarajevo Film Festival and Doha Film Institute (DFI), now spanning over a decade. Founded…
Preparations underway for the 31st SFF
Preparations have begun for the opening of the 31st Sarajevo Film Festival, a festival that traditionally attracts cinematography stars from the region and the world, as well as a large…
Talents Sarajevo 2025 Reveals Mentorship Line-Up
The nineteenth edition of Talents Sarajevo welcomes 63 participants from 17 countries, grouped into eight specialised labs: Acting Studio, Directors Summit, Script Station, Camera Studio, Producers Summit, Editing Studio, Talent…
CineLink Industry Days announces selection for Work in Progress 2025
Sarajevo Film Festival’s CineLink Work in Progress showcases the most compelling new features emerging from Southeast Europe and the MENA region. The selection includes 11 new feature-length films: 8 fiction and 3 documentaries…
Ray Winstone to Receive Honorary Heart of Sarajevo at the 31st SFF
In recognition of his remarkable acting career and exceptional contributions to the art of cinema, Ray Winstone will receive the Honorary Heart of Sarajevo at the 31st Sarajevo Film Festival.…
Ozzy Osbourne Laid to Rest: Thousands of Fans Pay Final Tribute to Rock Icon
Legendary British rock musician Ozzy Osbourne was buried today in his hometown of Birmingham. Thousands of fans gathered on the streets of the city to pay their last respects to…
After 14 Years, Al Jazeera Balkans to Cease Broadcast – Regional News Network Signs Off At Midnight
It has been confirmed to Klix.ba that after fourteen years of successful work in the Balkans, the regional television project Al Jazeera Balkans is being shut down at midnight. Al Jazeera Balkans…
Why Did Bijelo Dugme Play For Only 8 Seconds For Tito?
The cult band Bijelo Dugme was the most popular rock band in the former Yugoslavia and beyond. Hits like "Sta bi dao da si na mom mjestu" ("What Would You…
Stellan Skarsgård to Receive Honorary Heart of Sarajevo
In recognition of his exceptional contributions to the film industry and his remarkable acting career, Stellan Skarsgård will receive the Honorary Heart of Sarajevo at the 31st Sarajevo Film Festival.…
50 Films to compete for the Heart of Sarajevo Awards
A total of 50 films will compete for the Heart of Sarajevo awards at the 31st Sarajevo Film Festival, and one film will be shown out of competition. The Festival’s…
Canceled AJB DOC: “Thank you and Goodbye”
After the decision to cease broadcasting of Al Jazeera Balkans television was made, the organizers of the AJB DOC Film Festival informed the public that this year's edition of the…
The Film “Mother” opens the Orizzonti program at the 82nd Venice International Film Festival
The 82nd Venice International Film Festival will feature the official program of the film "Mother", a new work by award-winning North Macedonian director Teona Strugar Mitevska. The film will officially…
Spotlight on Poland – 31st Sarajevo Film Festival
The Sarajevo Film Festival is proud to present this year’s Spotlight on Poland, in partnership with the Polish Film Institute. Poland has positioned itself as one of Europe’s most dynamic…
Swedish Delegation to Strengthen Ties with Southeast Europe at CineLink Industry Days
The Sarajevo Film Festival is proud to announce this year’s Spotlight on Sweden, presented in partnership with the Swedish Film Institute, Swedish Institute, Embassy of Sweden in Sarajevo, Göteborg Film…
Legendary BiH Actor and Writer Josip Pejakovic Passes Away
Josip Pejaković, one of the greatest actors and writers of Bosnia and Herzegovina, passed away last night at the age of 78. He was born on March 5, 1948 in…
Extended Working Hours Approved for Catering Establishments during SFF
The Sarajevo Canton Government, at today's session, gave its consent for the gathering and extension of work and working hours in all catering facilities, in all public areas and festival…
Karleusa’s Concert in Sanski Most Canceled Over Her Denial of the Srebrenica Genocide
Serbian singer Jelena Karleusa had her performance in Sanski Most canceled because of her recent statements about the genocide in Srebrenica. Namely, Karleusa was supposed to perform in this Bosnian…
The Program “Sephardic Night – The Keys Of Spain” At The Bosnian Cultural Center
The program "Sephardic Night - The Keys of Spain" will be held today, July 8th, at the Bosnian Cultural Center of Canton Sarajevo (CS), as part of the "Bascarsija Nights"…
Bajrovic: Artists Feel Like Hosts at BiH Theatre Festival in Jajce
The Theatre Festival of Bosnia and Herzegovina was held in Jajce from June 29 to July 4, and the honor of guarding the keys to the city on behalf of…
Dado Ruvic’s Exhibition ‘Srebrenica – 30 Years’
On the occasion of commemorating 30 years since the genocide in Srebrenica, an exhibition entitled "Srebrenica – 30 years" by Dado Ruvić was opened in Kakanj. The exhibition presents powerful…
“Tears and Prayer” Exhibition by Safet Zec opened in the City Hall
The exhibition "Tears and Prayer" by the academic painter Safet Zec was set up in the City Hall in Sarajevo to commemorate the 30th anniversary of the genocide in Srebrenica.…
Exhibition of Damir Sogolj’s Photographs Marks 30 Years Since the Srebrenica Genocide
As part of the large international scientific conference “Srebrenica - 30 Years After Genocide: Memory, Responsibility and the Challenges of Denial”, an exhibition by Bosnian photographer Damir Šagolj was held…
Exhibition and Musical-Stage Oratorio Commemorate the Coronation of King Tomislav
The celebration of the 1100th anniversary of the Croatian Kingdom and the coronation of King Tomislav on Duvanjsko Polje is approaching its peak, with the central celebration taking place in…
Mostar Launches Its Own Signature Perfume
At a ceremonial event, in the shadow of the Old Bridge, the perfume "Stone Embrace", inspired by that symbol of Mostar, was presented on Friday. At the presentation, it was…
Large Exhibition “Tears and Prayer” by Safet Zec Opens at Sarajevo Town Hall
On the occasion of commemorating the 30th anniversary of the genocide in Srebrenica, a large exhibition of Safeta Zeca - Tears and Prayer will be opened on July 3 in…
Exhibition “JAPANESE DESIGN TODAY 100” Opens June 30 in Sarajevo
The Embassy of Japan in Bosnia and Herzegovina, in collaboration with the Japan Foundation and Collegium Artisticum, will organize the internationally acclaimed traveling exhibition “JAPANESE DESIGN TODAY 100”, at Collegium…
Summer Concert Series In The Heart Of Sarajevo
In the authentic setting of the national monument of Bosnia and Herzegovina (BiH) - Svrzo's House, during July and August 2025, concerts of sevdah under the title "Sevdah of Damir…
World Premiere “The Pavilion” by Dino Mustafic opens the 31st Sarajevo Film Festival
The 31st Sarajevo Film Festival will open on August 15 with the world premiere of the Bosnian film „The Pavilion“, directed by Dino Mustafić. “There is no greater excitement or…
SrebrenicaDocs Screens Nadira Hurem’s Tribute Film to Renowned Journalist Salih Brkic
The second day of the regional documentary film festival SrebrenicaDocs, dedicated to the themes of dealing with the past and transitional justice, was held in Potočari. Today, Nadira Hurem's film…
Screening of Documentary “Samir Mehic Bowie – Letters from Srebrenica” in Sarajevo and Brussels
The documentary film “Samir Mehić Bowie - Letters from Srebrenica”, about the life of the Srebrenica guitarist, will be screened in Sarajevo on 2 July 2025 at 21:00 hrs in…
Exhibition opens at UN Headquarters marking 30th Anniversary of Srebrenica Genocide
The exhibition “From Words to Violence: Lives Beyond the Killing Fields” opened at the United Nations (UN) headquarters in New York on Tuesday, marking the 30th anniversary of the Srebrenica…
