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From 13 to 20 June 2026, Pesaro will host the 62nd edition of the International Festival of New Cinema, which remains one of the longest-running and most highly regarded events dedicated to contemporary cinema and audiovisual research.
Having celebrated its sixtieth anniversary, the festival, directed by Pedro Armocida, continues to focus on contemporary cinema, exploring new forms of expression and experimentation, while still paying close attention to the most important filmmakers on the Italian scene. One of the highlights of the 2026 edition will be the traditional Special Event on Italian Cinema, which will be dedicated to Maurizio Nichetti, an original and visionary filmmaker. The programme will include a retrospective of his films, the publication of a monograph, and a concluding panel discussion, giving the public the opportunity to learn more about his artistic journey across cinema, television and animation.
The festival offers a rich programme of screenings, retrospectives, talks and in-depth analyses, held in cinemas and urban spaces, directly engaging the city. In particular, the piazza will become one of the event's iconic venues, where the public will gather to experience the festival. Admission to the screenings is free, allowing everyone to take part and engage with contemporary cinema in an open and shared environment.
This will be an opportunity not only to discover new perspectives on cinema and to immerse yourself in one of the most important events on the Italian cultural scene, but also to experience Pesaro in a dynamic and international setting, through screenings, meetings and opportunities for discussion throughout the week.
To see the full programme, we recommend visiting the event's official website.
Pesaro, Province of Pesaro and Urbino, Italy
