paroolOct 2, 2026, 01:00

From Norwegian drama to French classics: these are the 21 international films of Paff

The Paff 2026 film festival features a selection of 21 international titles, ranging from the Romanian-Norwegian production Fjord to the New York-based comedy-drama Club Kid. These films will be screened at various venues across Amsterdam throughout October, offering a mix of historical narratives, intimate character studies, and genre-bending stories.

The Paff festival presents a diverse selection of 21 international films for its 2026 edition, featuring a range of dramas, comedies, and debut features. Highlights include the opening film Fjord by Cristian Mungiu, which depicts a Romanian couple in Norway facing challenges from child protective services, and the closing film Club Kid, a story about a New York club promoter whose life changes upon discovering he has a son. Other notable entries cover varied themes, such as the jazz biography Everybody Digs Bill Evans, the relationship drama The Beloved, and the war-time romance Coward.

Several screenings are scheduled across various venues in Amsterdam, with many films offered in their original languages accompanied by English subtitles. The program showcases works from renowned directors alongside promising newcomers, spanning genres from black comedies like Camembert to reflective character studies such as Low Expectations and the historical narrative Fatherland. Audiences can attend these diverse cinematic experiences throughout the festival period in October.

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Based on reporting by parool. Translated and condensed by LocalHeadlines.

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