Three tales, three ages, three worlds. At the time of Ancient Egypt, a young king becomes the first black pharaoh to deserve the hand of his loved one. During the French Middle Ages, a mysterious wild boy steals from the rich to give to the poor. In the 18th century Turkey, a prince of pastries and a princess of roses escape the palace to live their love.
The Black Pharaoh, the Savage and the Princess Le Pharaon, le Sauvage et la Princesse
Michel Ocelot, the French animation master, unveils three new tales in this film mixing animation techniques, ages and continents.
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A Sad and Beautiful World Nujum al’amal w al’alam
Cyril Aris
Thursday, 08. 10. 2026 / 15:10 / Main Hall
In this sweeping romance set in Beirut, two star-crossed lovers face a decision whether or not to build a family and chart a track to happiness, despite the tragic fates ravaging contemporary Lebanon.
The Thing to be Done Ono što treba činiti
Srđan Kovačević
Thursday, 08. 10. 2026 / 16:30 / Small Hall
A film about the dark side of modern Europe, but also about genuine union work and solidarity, which, despite everything, is still possible. Winner of the Audience Award and the Golden Arena for Best Director in Pula.
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Hidden People Skriti ljudje
Miha Hočevar
Thursday, 08. 10. 2026 / 17:30 / Main Hall
Hidden People is a dramedy about new beginnings and unexpected friendships.