# Luanda International Film Festival 2026

> Live situation record from CLSTR: https://clstr.news/situations/luanda-international-film-festival-2026
> Updated: 2026-09-28T11:43:28.000Z. Sources: 4. Developments: 2.

The 2026 Luanda International Film Festival (FIC Luanda) concluded its registration period for the National Competition with 88 submissions from Angolan filmmakers. These entries consist of 60 fiction short films, 16 fiction feature films, and 12 documentaries.

Organized by the National Agency for Cultural and Creative Industries (ANICC) under the Ministry of Culture, the festival is scheduled to take place in Luanda from October 28 to November 2. The event aims to increase the visibility of national creators and is expected to showcase approximately 120 films from over 18 countries, supplemented by workshops, lectures, and training activities.

## Timeline

### 2026-09-28: International film festivals highlight Oscar-nominated and qualifying works

International film festivals highlight Oscar-related milestones: Oliver Laxe’s ‘Sirât’ joins the Luanda International Film Festival, while Brazil’s É Tudo Verdade qualifies several films for the Oscars.

2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/international-film-festivals-highlight-oscar-nominated-and-qualifying-works

### 2026-08-31: Luanda International Film Festival 2026 receives 88 national entries

The Luanda International Film Festival 2026 received 88 entries for its National Competition, featuring short films, features, and documentaries from Angolan filmmakers.

3 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/luanda-international-film-festival-2026-receives-88-national-entries

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Cite as: Luanda International Film Festival 2026. CLSTR, https://clstr.news/situations/luanda-international-film-festival-2026