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Curaçao International Film Festival
Curaçao International Film Festival

Welcome to Curacao International Film Festival

For over a decade, the Curacao International Film Festival has brought international cinema to Curaçao and local stories and productions to the world. Every April, thousands of visitors, filmmakers, and creatives gather for five unforgettable days of film, culture, and connection. CIFF isn’t just a festival. We inspire new talent, engage youth, reward talent and build pride in our island’s creative future.
Welcome to Curacao International Film Festival

Festival Booklet

The CIFF 2026 festival booklet is out now! It’s your ultimate guide to this year’s festival, featuring the full program, screening schedules, film synopses, and event details.
Festival Booklet

Workshops & Events

Through inspiring master classes, fun events, interactive workshops, and in-depth talks led by acclaimed filmmakers and industry experts, participants gain unique insights into directing, screenwriting, producing, and the business of film.
Workshops & Events

Yellow Robin Award

This competition screens first or second feature films by emerging filmmakers from the Caribbean, and Latin America.. The winning film will be selected by an international jury and awarded a cash prize of $8,000USD.
Yellow Robin Award

Caribbean Focus + Watapana Award

This is a section for all filmmakers residing in Aruba, Bonaire, Curaçao, Sint Maarten, Sint Eustatius, Saba, Suriname or those living or working in the diaspora. Short film submissions are automatically entered to be nominated for the Watapana Award Competition where you can be rewarded with international film screenings and a cash prize.
Caribbean Focus + Watapana Award

Educational School Screenings

Every year almost 4000 primary and high schools students join CIFF in our educational school screenings and project. Want to join as a school, then sign up now
Educational School Screenings
FILM HIGHLIGHTS

About Curaçao International Film Festival

The Curaçao International Film Festival is more than just screenings, it’s a platform for cultural exchange, creative expression, and community impact. We showcase powerful stories from across the Caribbean and around the world, connecting filmmakers and audiences in a celebration of identity, diversity, and storytelling.

THIS IS HAPPENING
APRIL 22, 2026

Curaçao International Film Festival 2026 reveals winners across its competitions

Curaçao International Film Festival 2026 reveals winners across its competitions WILLEMSTAD – The Curaçao International Film Festival (CIFF) has announced the winners of its 2026 awards, recognizing outstanding storytelling and emerging talent from the Caribbean and beyond. The awards reflect the festival’s commitment to supporting new voices and strengthening the visibility of regional cinema. The […]
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MAART 23, 2026

Curaçao International Film Festival announces nominees for the Yellow Robin Award 2026

Curaçao International Film Festival announces nominees for the Yellow Robin Award 2026 WILLEMSTAD – The Curaçao International Film Festival (CIFF) announces the nominees for the Yellow Robin Award 2026. Established in 2013, this competition provides a platform for emerging filmmakers from the Caribbean and the wider region, including coastal areas of Central and South America, […]
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MAART 19, 2026

CIFF announces nominees for the new Watapana Award

CIFF announces nominees for the new Watapana Award WILLEMSTAD, March 19 – The Curaçao International Film Festival (CIFF) announces the nominees for the very first edition of the Watapana Award. With this new award, the festival places filmmakers from the Dutch Caribbean (the ABC islands, Suriname, St. Maarten, Saba and St. Eustatius) in the spotlight […]
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MAART 13, 2026

12th Edition of the Curacao International Film Festival opens with preview screening on Thursday March 19

12th Edition of the Curacao International Film Festival opens with preview screening on Thursday March 19 WILLEMSTAD, March 11, 2026 – On Thursday, March 19, the Curaçao International Film Festival (CIFF) will host a special preview film evening at The Movies Otrobanda. The event marks the kickoff of the 12th edition of the festival and […]
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What Awaits You

Planning your visit?

Grab the official program booklet with all the must-see highlights.