This year, the female film friends are once again part of the IFFF Dortmund+Köln!

The programme offers FLINTA* the opportunity to come together, network and enjoy films together during the festival. The aim is to create a new approach to the festival and promote sustainable networking and empowerment of FLINTA (emerging) filmmakers and film enthusiasts.

The programme is aimed at all FLINTA* in the (emerging) film industry aged 18 and over.

The application process for the 2026 festival edition has already closed. The application phase for IFFF Dortmund+Cologne 2027 is expected to begin in January 2027.

The application deadline for the upcoming festival is closed.
If you want to be part of next year’s festival, follow @femalefilmfriends for more information.