The film festival FILMU 2026 ended with flying colors
The film festival FILMA took place for the third time in Bíó Paradís on May 26 -28 under the auspices of the Faculty of Cinematic Arts of the Iceland Academy of the Arts.
All four performances were sold out, and as always, demand far exceeded expectations A total of 33 film works by 37 students were shown, as well as a play reading of the graduates' script.
Diverse and dynamic program
FILMA is an annual harvest festival of the Faculty of Cinematic Arts where students present the results of the winter The festival is done in close collaboration with students involved in all its aspects, from planning and implementation to publicity and exhibitions.
Three nights in a row, the audience got to see the latest works of the students on the big screen in Bíó Paradís, a total of four exhibitions.
The first night was devoted to the final projects of the 1st year except, the second night to the final works of the 2nd year student and the third final night dedicated to the graduation works of the 3rd year except with two performances. There was also a play reading on the final night of the script of the graduates in the play and reading by Tinna Hrafnsdóttir and Gúa Margrétar Bjarnadóttir.
Great reception
FILMA 2026 took place to a great reception and the number of guests far exceeded expectations The hall was buzzing with life and the atmosphere was unique every night.
The students of the department took pictures on the previous two nights, but the photographer Eygló Gísladóttir captured the mood at the final show. Below you can see a fragment of the atmosphere created during the festival.
We would like to thank Bíó Paradís very much for their friendly cooperation and wish the students and staff of the film art department the best of luck with a wonderful festival.
We end with the words of Steven Meyer, dean of the Department of Cinematography:
„In all this work, countless emotions and perspectives are exposed, creating real moments of connection and understanding, joy and sorrow, hope and fear. We're immensely proud of our students and thrilled to share their work with you".
Despite uncertainties in the world and in our industry, we can be assured that the future of Icelandic cinema is in good hands.
We look forward to seeing you at FILM 2027!
