Ibicine It once again transforms the island into a meeting point for independent and auteur cinema with its Official International Feature Film SelectionOne of the major highlights of the Ibiza Film Festival's ninth edition is its carefully curated and diverse program, featuring films that have screened at leading festivals, confirming the event's growth and consolidation.
Among the titles selected this year, the following stand out: "In Silence", "Gioia", "Arco", "Private Life", "Desire to Live" and "Here Come the Dogs"The films range from intimate drama to social commentary and contemporary reflection, creating a diverse section in terms of both genre and origin. Many of these works arrive with the endorsement of other international festivals and circuits, further solidifying Ibicine's competitive edge.
The Ibiza Film Festival, directed by Helher EscribanoIt maintains its own identity within the national audiovisual landscape, clearly differentiating itself from other festivals on the island and opting for a program structured around competitive sections, professional meetings, and parallel activities. The Official Feature Film Section is undoubtedly one of its fundamental pillars, as the selected works compete for the Astarte Awards, official festival awards.
During the screenings, the audience plays a key role, as their feedback influences some of the awards, strengthening the direct connection between creators and viewers. Furthermore, the festival continues to work on its international reach, attracting productions from various countries and expanding its network of collaborations.
The Official Section is held from Wednesday, February 18 to Wednesday, April 1, 2026, with screenings at two key venues on the island's cultural circuit: the Theater Spain of Saint Eulalia and the Cinema Regio from San Antonio. Two emblematic spaces that reinforce the decentralized nature of the festival and its commitment to bringing quality cinema to different parts of the island.
All screenings are at 19 pm And each session will be followed by a live episode of podcast "Ibicine en el Aire".
Tickets for each session cost 6 Euros and are available on the Ibicine website.
Programme
Sessions at the Teatro España
- February 18: 'In Silence, the resilience of Isco Alarcón', a documentary by Sara Sálamo.
- March 4: 'Gioia', directed by Nicolangelo Gelormini and starring Valeria Golino, Saul Nanni, Jasmine Trinca, Francesco Colella and Betti Pedrazzi.
- March 11: 'Arch'A film by Ugo Bienvenu, winner of multiple awards and nominated for an Oscar for Best Animated Feature. The project has the support of Natalie Portman as a co-producer.
Sessions at the Cine Regio
- March 19: 'Private Life', a film by Rebecca Zlotowski, starring Jodie Foster, Daniel Auteuil, Virginie Efira, Mathieu Amalric, Vincent Lacoste and Luana Bajrami.
- March 25: 'Want to live'A documentary by Juan Manuel Montilla “El Langui”. The cast is made up of real people, including names like Dani Rovira, Almudena Cid and Irene Villa.
- April 1st: 'The dogs are coming' by Iván Sánchez and David Tembleque, starring Olivia Balglivi, Joaquin Bailo, Catalina Sopelana, Carmen Mayordomo, Patricia Mari-Pino, Rakel Brel and Hovik hovikkeuchkerian.
