From 7 to 9 November in Tashkent and on 12 November in Termez, the 10th European Film Festival will take place - an event that brings Europe and Uzbekistan together through the language of cinema. This year, the festival marks the 10th anniversary of cultural dialogue between Europe and Uzbekistan.
The programme features 12 films from 12 European countries, telling stories about life, choices, and human feelings — from poetic dramas to inspiring tales of self‑discovery. In addition, fans of Spanish classical and contemporary dance can look forward to a vibrant programme by the group “Aire Nuevo Danza” (Spain), as well as special screenings of amateur short films on the theme “Generations” from the Alliance française de Tachkent in partnership with the Goethe‑Institut and Uzbekistan Amateur Film Makers’ Association.
The festival is organised by the Delegation of the European Union to Uzbekistan together with the Embassies of EU Member States accredited in Uzbekistan, with the support of the Agency of Cinematography under the Ministry of Culture of the Republic of Uzbekistan.
All screenings are free of charge. Films are shown in the original language with Uzbek and/or Russian subtitles.
Programme in Tashkent
National Palace of Cinematic Arts (15 Navoiy Ave.)
7 November 2025
11:00 — “Jonja” (Germany)
A touching coming‑of‑age story of friendship and self‑discovery, where the characters face first feelings and difficult decisions.
14:00 — “Amadeo” (Portugal)
A portrait of the painter Amadeo de Souza‑Cardoso—a genius ahead of his time who paid a high price for it.
18:00 — “Roza of Smyrna” (Greece)
A story of love and a secret kept in an antique casket. A film about memory, fate, and making peace with the past.
8 November 2025
11:00 — “Four Souls of Coyote” (Hungary)
Philosophical animation based on Native American legends, where ancient myths intertwine with modernity, reminding us of the bond between humanity and nature.
14:00 — “Chasing Unicorns” (Estonia)
A light and ironic drama about a woman entrepreneur trying to make it in the world of start‑ups, where dreams and reality collide.
18:00 — “Divertimento” (France)
The story of two sisters from the suburbs of Paris who dream of becoming conductors and proving that music knows no boundaries of origin or gender.
9 November 2025
11:00 — “My Last Year as a Loser” (Slovenia)
A comedy about growing up and self‑irony: the thirty‑year‑old heroine realises it is time to stop comparing herself to others and simply live.
14:00 — “And the King Said, What a Fantastic Machine” (Sweden)
A documentary about the influence of the camera and the media on our perception of the world—from the first inventions to the smartphone era.
18:00 — “Carmen” (Malta)
The story of a woman who begins a new life after 50—with lightness, humour, and faith that it is never too late to be yourself.
Programme in Termez
Termiz Cinema (Termiz Kinoteatr)
12 November 2025
11:00 — “Dekadentas No. 2419” (Lithuania)
A poetic film about the future, where humanity searches for lost emotions, and art becomes the last island of humanity.
14:00 — “Gipsy Queen” (Austria)
A drama about a single mother and former boxer who returns to the ring to prove to herself and the world that strength lies not only in punches but also in self‑belief.
18:00 — “Divertimento” (France)
An inspiring story of two sisters who dream of conquering the stage as conductors—a film about music, perseverance, and faith in a dream.
We express our sincere gratitude to the Embassies of Austria, Estonia, France, Germany, Greece, Spain, Latvia, Lithuania, Portugal, and Slovenia, as well as to the Goethe-Institut and the Alliance Française of Tashkent, for their invaluable support in organizing the Film Festival in the true spirit of Team Europe.
