The Mediterrane Film Festival will return for its fourth edition from June 21–28, expanding across Valletta and several of Malta’s landmark locations.
Organized by the Malta Film Commission, the festival is set to grow in both scale and ambition this year, with an enlarged program of screenings, industry events and cultural offerings aimed at strengthening Malta’s role as an international filmmaking hub. The 2026 edition will introduce five program strands, up from three: the Big Screen Competition, Mediterranean Competition, Mare Nostrum, Best of the World and Malta Focus, each highlighting a different facet of global and regional cinema.
Screenings will take place at the Embassy Cinema in Valletta, alongside outdoor venues including Upper Barrakka Gardens and Fort Ricasoli Counterguard, with filmmaker Q&As accompanying select titles.
This year’s theme, “Beyond Together,” underscores the festival’s emphasis on collaboration and cross-cultural exchange, reflecting Malta’s positioning as a connector between creative industries and international talent.
An industry strand will also return, featuring panels and masterclasses with prominent figures. Previous editions have welcomed speakers including Mike Leigh, Yorgos Mavropsaridis, Nathan Crowley, Rick Carter, Catherine Hardwicke and Margery Simkin.
The festival will once again culminate in the Golden Bee Awards, with an expanded slate of honors across its competition sections, as well as special awards recognizing emerging and established talent. Jury members and full program details will be announced in May.
The 2025 festival drew more than 11,400 attendees and generated significant global media reach. All ticket proceeds will be donated to Maltese cancer charity Puttinu Cares.
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