Get ready for an exciting celebration of European cinema! The 38th European Film Awards are about to unveil their winners, and we're thrilled to announce that films from our FNE Partner Countries have received an impressive 38 nominations across nine categories. This is a testament to the incredible talent and creativity thriving within our partner nations.
But here's where it gets controversial: some of these films are pushing the boundaries of traditional cinema, and that's exactly what makes them so captivating. For instance, the Lithuanian/US animated film, Dog of God, directed by the talented Lauris and Raitis Ābele, is a unique blend of animation and storytelling that has earned it two nominations.
Another standout is the Croatian/Italian/Slovenian documentary, Fiume o morte!, directed by Igor Bezinović. This thought-provoking film has also received double nominations, showcasing the power of documentary storytelling.
And this is the part most people miss: the European Film Awards aren't just about the big names; they're a platform for diverse voices and stories. Take, for example, Tales from the Magic Garden, an animated film directed by a quartet of talented individuals: Leon Vidman, David Súkup, Patrik Pašš, and Jean-Claude Rozecwhom. This film, a collaboration between Slovenia, the Czech Republic, Slovakia, and France, is a true testament to the magic that happens when creative minds come together.
The awards ceremony will take place in Berlin on January 17, 2026, and we can't wait to see which of these incredible films takes home the prestigious European Film Award.
Here's a breakdown of the nominated films from our FNE Partner Countries:
European Film Award Nominees:
European Film:
- Dog of God / Dieva suns (Latvia, USA) - Animated Film
- Directed by Lauris and Raitis Ābele
- Produced by Tritone Studio
Supported by the National Film Centre of Latvia and the EU's REACT-EU program
Fiume o morte! (Croatia, Italy, Slovenia) - Documentary
Directed by Igor Bezinović
Produced by Restart
Supported by various organizations, including the Croatian Audiovisual Centre and Eurimages
Tales from the Magic Garden / Zgodbe iz čarobnega vrta (Slovenia, Czech Republic, Slovakia, France) - Animated Film
Directed by Leon Vidman, David Súkup, Patrik Pašš, and Jean-Claude Rozecwhom
Produced by ZVVIKS, Maurfilm, Artichoke, and Vivement Lundi!
Supported by Creative Europa - MEDIA and Eurimages, among others
European Documentary Award Nominees:
- Fiume o morte! (Croatia, Italy, Slovenia)
European Animated Feature Film Award Nominees:
- Dog of God / Dieva suns (Latvia, USA)
- Tales from the Magic Garden / Zgodbe iz čarobnega vrta (Slovenia, Czech Republic, Slovakia, France)
European Discovery - Prix FIPRESCI Award Nominees:
- Little Trouble Girls / Kaj ti je deklica (Slovenia, Italy, Croatia, Serbia)
- Directed by Urška Djukić
- Produced by Spok Films
- Supported by the Slovenian Film Centre and Eurimages
European Young Audience Award Nominees:
- I Accidentally Wrote a Book / Véletlenül írtam egy könyvet (Hungary, the Netherlands)
- Directed by Nóra Lakos
- Produced by JUNO11 Pictures
- Supported by the National Film Institute - Hungary and the Netherlands Filmfonds
For a full list of nominees, click HERE.
So, what do you think? Are you excited to see these films shine at the European Film Awards? Which category are you most intrigued by? Let's discuss in the comments and celebrate the incredible talent of our FNE Partner Countries!
