Locarno Open Doors to Showcase African Filmmakers in 2026
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Locarno Open Doors to Showcase African Filmmakers in 2026

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The Locarno Film Festival’s Open Doors program will focus on African cinema in 2026, highlighting emerging talent and projects. The event, running August 5-10, aims to support filmmakers from the continent by providing a platform for their work.

The 2026 edition of Locarno’s Open Doors will feature several promising films, including “Chapa 100,” described as a magic realist love story; “A Vineyard for a Lobster,” an absurdist political allegory; and “Hibiscus by the River,” a cross-continental queer drama. These projects represent a diverse range of narratives and filmmaking styles.

Notably, “Chapa 100” is already recognized within the industry, having been awarded a 2025 Atlas Workshops Development Award. The Open Doors program itself serves as an incubator for these films, offering resources and exposure to help them reach wider audiences. Locarno’s commitment to African cinema aims to foster new voices and perspectives in global filmmaking.

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