Riga IFF Announces First Films and Theme 'You Are Here'
The 13th Riga International Film Festival will take place from October 15 to 25, with the motto 'You Are Here'. The program includes cult films, works from Cannes and Berlin, and Latvian premieres.
The Riga International Film Festival (Riga IFF) will hold its 13th edition from October 15 to 25 this year. The festival's motto and guiding theme is "You Are Here", inviting audiences to immerse themselves in the cinema experience.
The 11-day program features films from the prestigious Cannes and Berlin film festivals, as well as several cult classics. Latvian cinema enthusiasts can look forward to premieres of two local works: Laila Pakalniņa's "I Think About the Cat" and Reinis Kalviņš's "In the Clearing Beyond the Forest".
Additionally, the festival's retrospective section this year focuses on the allure of Eurothrillers, offering a deep dive into this popular European genre. More details about the full lineup and ticket sales will be announced at a later date.
