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Flanders Rising: Flemish Cinema Ends 45-Year Drought at Berlin 2026

With a historic slot in the Main Competition and a high-profile drama on the Heysel Stadium disaster, Belgian talent is dominating the Berlinale circuit.

Feb 12, 2026
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For the first time since 1981, a majority Flemish-produced film has cracked the Main Competition at the Berlin International Film Festival. This milestone, alongside a robust presence across various …

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