Call For Projects: PÖFF Goes to Cannes
For the fifth year, Black Nights Film Festival proudly partners with the renowned Marché du Film event "Goes to Cannes" to spotlight exceptional international film projects in post-production. Submit yours for a chance to take the stage and present your work to industry leaders! APPLICATION DEADLINE March 14th.
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INTERVIEWS WITH PÖFF PROGRAMMERS

Tiina Lokk, director of PÖFF, was honored for her significant impact on Estonia’s creative sector

The Impact Builder Award, presented by Ernst & Young, a business consultancy and accounting firm, recognises events and their organisers with a wide social and economic impact.

Join the Hands-On Workshop for Film & TV hair and make-up department

Step into the world of high-end film and television and gain the skills to excel on international productions! This 1-day workshop for the hair & make-up department working in film and TV is packed with in-depth knowledge on international production dynamics and captivating live demonstrations to excel technical skills on your next production.

PÖFF Films on the Move

Several films that premiered at the Black Nights Film Festival have been making their way to international festivals, reaching new audiences worldwide. PÖFF Films on the Move is an initiative to share from time to time their success stories.

A Dark Grey Cat in the Flow - interview with the director Gints Zilbalodis

The European Film Award, the American Golden Globe, two Academy Award nominations– no Baltic filmmaker has ever reached such heights. And to top it all off, an Oscar win! They are the first: the little grey cat from Latvia, director Gints Zilbalodis, and the animated film Flow. Read the story from the Baltic Film Magazine, which just came out in January.

Submissions are Open for PÖFF 2025!

Submit your film and join the only FIAPF-accredited competitive film festival in Northern Europe!
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