European Film Festival

The European Film Festival is an annual film event held in Lecce from November 15 to 22, 2025, with the aim of promoting European cinema through film screenings, competitions, special events, and the promotion of young local filmmakers. The 26th edition will include competitive sections such as the Golden Olive Tree for European feature films and the Cinema and Reality section dedicated to Italian documentaries, as well as tributes and retrospectives.

Objectives and Themes:
Promotion of European cinema: The festival is committed to fostering dialogue and intercultural integration through cinema.
Promotion of young filmmakers: A significant portion of the festival is dedicated to providing space and visibility to young film talent.
Cultural exchange: The festival aims to become a bridge between different cultures and cinematic languages, promoting diversity rather than standardization.

Sections and Competitions
: Golden Olive Tree: The main competition dedicated to European feature films, often presented as national premieres.
Cinema and Reality: A non-competitive section offering a selection of Italian documentaries.
Tributes and Retrospectives: Sections dedicated to celebrating significant figures and works of Italian and European cinema.
Special Events: Meetings, readings, DJ sets, and book presentations related to the world of cinema.