​​Langeland International Film Festival

Amplifying Island voices
In 2026, Film Days Langeland began of our journey - our first 3 Film Days on Langeland. We celebrated the best in Island film and filmmakers with our partners BIO Langeland, Broløkke Herregård and Langeland Efterskole.

The Langeland International Film Festival & Annual Education Programme will continue to be a celebration of stories, voices, and traditions from island communities across the globe. The festival presents films, art, and cultural expressions that capture life surrounded by the sea – stories of resilience, creativity, and belonging.

film days 2026 - A Celebration of island FILMS

Film Days - a celebration of island stories, films and conversations on Langeland.

Friday
​may 22, 2026

The Danish Perspective
Venue: Bio Langeland
  • 6:00 PM Danish film “PARADIS” 2026
    1 hr. 40 minutes Feature Film

  • 8:00 PM Opening Ceremonies by Langeland Mayor, Festival Director, Filmmaker reception and music by Jazz Quartet Humble Music Efterskole.

  • 8:30 PM  Special Danish late Night new Feature Film with Filmmaker Aske Bang & Stanislav Sevcik opening presentation, film screening and Late night drinks. “Welcome to the Moon”

saturday
​may 23, 2026

MORNING PROGRAM​
Danish & International Films
Venue: Bio Langeland
  • 11:00 AM International, Nordic & Danish Island Shorts

  • 12:00 PM “Storm Alerts”- introduction  and after film conversation with film director Bergur Bernburg.
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AFTERNOON PROGRAM​
Filmmaker appreciation dinner
Venue: Broløkke Herregård
  • 5:00 PM International  & Nordic Award Winning Short films

  • 7:00 PM 3 Course Chef’s Dinner with guest speakers & Entertainment 

    Musical Entertainment by Humble Music Efterskole.

  • 9:30 PM Drinks / Social / DJ from Humble Music Efterskole.

Sunday
may 24, 2026

New directions. Young filmmakers take on Island films.
Venue: Langelands Efterskole
  • 09:30 AM to 11:30 AM Pancake Breakfast @ Langeland Efterskole

  • 11:30 AM to 1:00 PM International Short Films & Filmmaking conversation for young people. Cuban Canadian Filmmaker Tamara Segura will lead the conversation and screen a series of short films highlighting Island life.

  • 1:00 PM to 2:00 PM Filmmaker / Audience Light Lunch in Langeland Efterskole cafeteria

​​OUr festival strength

Leaders Globally coming together to celebrate the compelling islander spirit

The Langeland International Film Festival & Annual Education Programme will rise annually to celebrate island stories and island personalities. 

Langeland International Island Film Festival starts with 2026 Film Days in May 2026, and we hope to grow towards a full Festival over the coming years, at venues across the island of Langeland, Denmark. 
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Langeland International Film Festival - will grow as a hub for filmmaker innovation, education, collaboration, and education in film and media. Based on our work in 2026, we will launch Filmblazers with education partners, reflecting our mission to blaze new trails for island filmmakers and storytellers around the world and providing new contents of education for students.

Festival facts 2026

Langeland International Film Festival celebrated island stories on screen.​
  • 1st ever Langeland International Film Festival, at 3 venues across Langeland.
  • Focus: Island life, island voices - with a commitment to Indigenous stories and communities
  • Over 30 films from 7 Island nations.
  • 10 award winning filmmakers from Denmark, Iceland, Greenland and Canada in attendance. 
  • First New Directions: International Student Island Films & Conversations on Sunday May 24th at Langelands Efterskole facilitated by Tamara Segura, International / Canadian filmmaker and student Michela Scolomeira. Both from Newfoundland Canada as sponsored and supported by Air Canada and Government of Canada via Ambassador of Canada to Denmark Carolyn Bennett. ​

Featured films

SHORT FILM : "The Price of A Story"
Klaus Georg Hansen - Greenland Filmmaker & Film Producer
Co-Producer of the short film Title : “The Price of A Story”
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The Price of a Story
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The Price of a Story
SHORT FILM : “ENTROPY"
Director / Producer : Inuk Jørgensen / Greenland
This film premiered at CPH:DOX in 2024
​SHORT FILM :  "Ivikkisartoq Kingulleq / the Last Grass Weaver"
Director : Arina Kleist // Producer Heidi Zilmer // Creative Producer Inuk Jørgensen / Greenland
Best Short Film @ Nuuk International Film Festival 2024
FEATURE LENGTH FILM : Seguridad
Director : Tamara Segura
SHORT FILM : Song for Cuba / Director : Tamara Segura
SHORT FILM : Becoming Labrador
Rohan Fernando, Tamara Segura & Justin Simms

We honour Indigenous voices, stories and communities.

​Read our full commitment 

When & Where

Save the date
Our first Film Days will take place on Langeland in May 2026, inviting audiences, filmmakers, and partners to experience an open, collaborative island initiative.

​In 2027, the Langeland International Film Festival aims to expand into a full island-wide festival, with cinemas, cultural venues, and unique spaces across Langeland hosting screenings, talks, and special events.

Films & Artists

Who Will You See on the Big Screen?
From emerging talents in the Faroe Islands to award-winners from Newfoundland, Canada and Tasmania, Australia.

​The programme will be a vibrant mix of features, documentaries, and shorts – all tied together by the life and spirit of islands.
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meet the team that brings the festival to life. 

"This Festival is for you”
Whether you’re a local from Langeland, a film enthusiast from Copenhagen, a European traveller, an international industry professional, film presenter, social media influencer or media connector. The Island Film Festival brings people together across borders. The common thread? Curiosity, love of film, and the desire to experience the island spirit.

Douglas Tanton, Festival Director & Founder

News & Updates

Stay updated on programme highlights, guest announcements, and events. New films and names will be revealed regularly.