Chargement…
opening ceremony
CELEBRATIONS IN LIGHT OF THE 31st GIFF
The Geneva International Film Festival (GIFF – October 31 to November 9) will launch its 31st edition with a major ceremony attended by Federal Councillor Élisabeth Baume-Schneider. The Danish actor Claes Bang will present the Swiss premiere of the highly anticipated L’Inconnu de la Grande Arche (Stéphane Demoustier, 2025, FR, DK), which focuses on the bond between political power and artistic creation. The closing ceremony will reveal the winners on November 8. Three Reflets d’Or (Best Feature Film, Best Series, and Best Immersive Experience), as well as the Future Is Sensible Award -worth CHF 10,000- each will be presented.
CALL FOR VOLUNTEERS
Ready to experience the GIFF from the inside?
Join the team and take part in a unique experience in the heart of Geneva!
GDM
THE GENEVA DIGITAL MARKET (GDM), AN AUDIOVISUAL LABORATORY, RETURNS NOVEMBER 3–6 FOR AN AMBITIOUS 13th EDITION
The GDM today unveils the first elements of its program! A key event for audiovisual innovation in Switzerland, the Geneva Digital Market (GDM) will hold its 13th edition from November 3 to 6, at the heart of the 31st Geneva International Film Festival (GIFF).
EARLY BIRD
GET YOUR EARLY BIRD PASS !
The Early Bird Pass at a preferential rate is now available to fully enjoy this 31st edition!
GIFF UNLIMITED
@ FIFAN
The GIFF joins forces with the Festival International du Film d’Archéologie de Nyon (FIFAN) to present, from 2 to 7 September 2025, an unprecedented immersive selection in Switzerland. This exhibition plunges audiences into innovative narrative forms, exploring the connections between storytelling, historical memory, and image technologies. Like a machine that plays with time, it opens up a new dimension of immersion. Bookings will open on 15 August 2025.
GIFF 2025
THE GIFF UNVEILS A FIRST CREATION FOR ITS 31ST EDITION!
For its 31st edition, taking place from October 31 to November 9, 2025, the GIFF joins forces with Ensemble Contrechamps to take over the Temple de Plainpalais with LOCUS SOLUS, a series of immersive concerts blending live music and virtual reality.
SWISS SERIES STORYTELLING AWARD
GIFF CELEBRATES SWISS SERIES
Following the success of its first edition, the Geneva International Film Festival (GIFF) continues to support Swiss audiovisual creation with the second edition of the Swiss Series Storytelling Award.
guests of honor
A DOUBLE TRIBUTE TO CINEMA AND TELEVISION VISIONARIES
The Geneva International Film Festival (GIFF, October 31 – November 9) will honor two major filmmakers: Sir Stephen Frears will be honored with the Film & Beyond Award on November 7 and screenwriter Alan Ball will take part in a moderated conference on November 4.
GIFF 2025
SWISS SERIES ELECTRIFY THE 2025 EDITION OF THE GIFF
The Geneva International Film Festival (GIFF, October 31 – November 9, 2025) will spotlight three Swiss series in international premieres, ranging from techno-thriller to transalpine crime drama and musical comedy. Reaffirming its mission of promoting national creation, the GIFF offers an international showcase for the dynamism and diversity of Swiss serial production. The full program will be revealed on October 9.
GIFF 2025
FIRST PREVIEWS – 31ST GIFF: A NEW DECADE BEGINS
The Geneva International Film Festival (GIFF – October 31 to November 9) unveils a first selection of highlights from its upcoming edition! With its singular approach, the Festival has established itself as a major European event. A pioneering and inventive spirit already runs through these first announcements, promising a cascade of discoveries.
ACCREDITATIONS
Applications for accreditation to the 31st edition of GIFF are now open!
Are you a filmmaker, creator, industry professional from cinema or digital media, journalist, influencer, media expert, or a student in film and audiovisual studies?
You can now apply for your 2025 accreditation!
You can now apply for your 2025 accreditation!
GIFF UNLIMITED
@ LOCARNO FILM FESTIVAL
Throughout the 78th edition of the Locarno Film Festival (6–16 August 2025), the Geneva International Film Festival (GIFF) presents a dual selection of immersive experiences in the Cabina—the former projection booth of the Piazza Grande—at the crossroads of art, technology, and storytelling.
GIFF 2025
THE PROGRAMMING TEAM
GIFF is proud to unveil the faces behind the selection for its 31st edition, to be held from October 31 to November 9, 2025.
opening ceremony
CELEBRATIONS IN LIGHT OF THE 31st GIFF
The Geneva International Film Festival (GIFF – October 31 to November 9) will launch its 31st edition with a major ceremony attended by Federal Councillor Élisabeth Baume-Schneider. The Danish actor Claes Bang will present the Swiss premiere of the highly anticipated L’Inconnu de la Grande Arche (Stéphane Demoustier, 2025, FR, DK), which focuses on the bond between political power and artistic creation. The closing ceremony will reveal the winners on November 8. Three Reflets d’Or (Best Feature Film, Best Series, and Best Immersive Experience), as well as the Future Is Sensible Award -worth CHF 10,000- each will be presented.
guests of honor
A DOUBLE TRIBUTE TO CINEMA AND TELEVISION VISIONARIES
The Geneva International Film Festival (GIFF, October 31 – November 9) will honor two major filmmakers: Sir Stephen Frears will be honored with the Film & Beyond Award on November 7 and screenwriter Alan Ball will take part in a moderated conference on November 4.
CALL FOR VOLUNTEERS
Ready to experience the GIFF from the inside?
Join the team and take part in a unique experience in the heart of Geneva!
GIFF 2025
SWISS SERIES ELECTRIFY THE 2025 EDITION OF THE GIFF
The Geneva International Film Festival (GIFF, October 31 – November 9, 2025) will spotlight three Swiss series in international premieres, ranging from techno-thriller to transalpine crime drama and musical comedy. Reaffirming its mission of promoting national creation, the GIFF offers an international showcase for the dynamism and diversity of Swiss serial production. The full program will be revealed on October 9.
GDM
THE GENEVA DIGITAL MARKET (GDM), AN AUDIOVISUAL LABORATORY, RETURNS NOVEMBER 3–6 FOR AN AMBITIOUS 13th EDITION
The GDM today unveils the first elements of its program! A key event for audiovisual innovation in Switzerland, the Geneva Digital Market (GDM) will hold its 13th edition from November 3 to 6, at the heart of the 31st Geneva International Film Festival (GIFF).
GIFF 2025
FIRST PREVIEWS – 31ST GIFF: A NEW DECADE BEGINS
The Geneva International Film Festival (GIFF – October 31 to November 9) unveils a first selection of highlights from its upcoming edition! With its singular approach, the Festival has established itself as a major European event. A pioneering and inventive spirit already runs through these first announcements, promising a cascade of discoveries.
EARLY BIRD
GET YOUR EARLY BIRD PASS !
The Early Bird Pass at a preferential rate is now available to fully enjoy this 31st edition!
ACCREDITATIONS
Applications for accreditation to the 31st edition of GIFF are now open!
Are you a filmmaker, creator, industry professional from cinema or digital media, journalist, influencer, media expert, or a student in film and audiovisual studies?
You can now apply for your 2025 accreditation!
You can now apply for your 2025 accreditation!
GIFF UNLIMITED
@ FIFAN
The GIFF joins forces with the Festival International du Film d’Archéologie de Nyon (FIFAN) to present, from 2 to 7 September 2025, an unprecedented immersive selection in Switzerland. This exhibition plunges audiences into innovative narrative forms, exploring the connections between storytelling, historical memory, and image technologies. Like a machine that plays with time, it opens up a new dimension of immersion. Bookings will open on 15 August 2025.
GIFF UNLIMITED
@ LOCARNO FILM FESTIVAL
Throughout the 78th edition of the Locarno Film Festival (6–16 August 2025), the Geneva International Film Festival (GIFF) presents a dual selection of immersive experiences in the Cabina—the former projection booth of the Piazza Grande—at the crossroads of art, technology, and storytelling.
GIFF 2025
THE GIFF UNVEILS A FIRST CREATION FOR ITS 31ST EDITION!
For its 31st edition, taking place from October 31 to November 9, 2025, the GIFF joins forces with Ensemble Contrechamps to take over the Temple de Plainpalais with LOCUS SOLUS, a series of immersive concerts blending live music and virtual reality.
GIFF 2025
THE PROGRAMMING TEAM
GIFF is proud to unveil the faces behind the selection for its 31st edition, to be held from October 31 to November 9, 2025.
SWISS SERIES STORYTELLING AWARD
GIFF CELEBRATES SWISS SERIES
Following the success of its first edition, the Geneva International Film Festival (GIFF) continues to support Swiss audiovisual creation with the second edition of the Swiss Series Storytelling Award.
ACCREDITATIONS
Accreditation requests are now open!
Are you a filmmaker, creator, film and digital industry representative, journalist, influencer, media professional, or a student in film and audiovisual studies?
Geneva Digital Market
At the heart of the Geneva International Film Festival (GIFF), the Geneva Digital Market (GDM) is the only event in Switzerland dedicated to audiovisual innovation.
Held over four days, it brings together over 800 Swiss and European professionals each year to explore key issues in the audiovisual sector and creative industries.
Latest News
GIFF & GDM
Don’t miss any of our news: visit our newsletter page to discover our latest announcements and access the archives.
