The evaluation of this year’s competition films has officially concluded. The expert jury has finalized its results, and the organizers have already reached out to the winners, inviting them to attend the upcoming festival to accept their...
Read moreWhen we first revealed that George Karbus would be joining VMO 2026, it may have sounded like great news. But let’s take a moment to talk about just how big this news actually is. His work has received prestigious international awards...
Read moreWater in all its forms—from crystal-clear streams to wild oceans—is not merely an element of survival, but a fascinating mirror that gives nature photography a magical dimension. Festival attendees will have the opportunity to dive into the...
Read moreThe Water Sea Oceans International Film Festival has reached a major milestone in its history, marking a significant step onto the global stage. The festival has been officially accepted into the Green Film Network (GFN), a prestigious...
Read moreThe 23rd edition of the Water Sea Oceans International Film Festival is proud to announce another extraordinary guest of global acclaim. This September, the festival will welcome renowned Mexican marine biologist, wildlife cinematographer, and...
Read moreThe film will be personally introduced by Erick Higuera — the man behind some of the most breathtaking ocean footage of our time. Yes, the very same Erick Higuera whose work you know from Blue Planet II, Planet Earth III, as well as...
Read moreYou’ll find out at this year’s festival with Martin Böye, Scientific Director of Loro Parque Fundación in Tenerife. Under his leadership, the foundation supports dozens of international projects focused on the conservation of marine mammals...
Read moreThis year’s festival will bring something truly exceptional. The program will feature the Czech premiere of the latest film by Steve Lichtag — Leviatan. The film, already being described as a fascinating cinematic experience...
Read moreDiana Siswarton will also be joining this year’s festival programme. Her work explores water at the intersection of science, art, and nature. Born in Prague with Indonesian roots, she brings together different perspectives to understand water...
Read moreWe are excited to announce that acclaimed photographer and documentary filmmaker George Karbus will attend this year’s festival. Originally from the Czech Republic and now based on the west coast of Ireland, George Karbus is internationally...
Read moreAt the festival, you will have the opportunity to watch the Czech version of the latest film by Steve Lichtag, Leviathan. You may have already heard that the film has a detective-story feel and was not originally intended for Czech...
Read moreWe have new members of the international jury whom we would like to introduce to you. The new jury member is Lada Dobrkovská, representing our long-term partner National Geographic. The second new jury member is Max Serio, an Italian director...
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