We have opened film submissions for the 23rd edition of the International Film Festival Voda moře oceány, which will take place from September 14 to 20, 2026. We invite all filmmakers to submit their films – no film is too short or too long...
Read moreFestival Dates for 2026 Announced
We finally have the dates for the 2026 edition. Mark your calendars – the 23rd International Film Festival Voda moře oceány will take place from September 14 to 20, 2026, in Hluboká nad Vltavou and České Budějovice. This year, we are also...
Read moreThe festival’s annual report is out – explore the year with us
The International Film Festival Voda moře oceány has published its Annual Report, summarising all the key moments, projects, and results of the past festival year. The document offers an overview of the film programme, educational...
Read moreWatch the official festival aftermovie!
The atmosphere of this year’s International Film Festival Voda moře oceány was truly unforgettable – and now you can experience it all over again! We are proud to present the official festival aftermovie, capturing the most...
Read moreThe festival awarded the Crystal Planet prize and honoured the best films of the year
The festival’s closing ceremony celebrated the best films of the 22nd edition of the International Film Festival Voda moře oceány. The Grand Prix was awarded to the Irish film Ireland’s Wild Islands by directors John Murray and Jamie...
Read moreMarek Audy presented the discovery of the world’s largest underground thermal lake
One of the most powerful moments of this year’s festival was the lecture by speleologist Marek Audy, who presented the discovery of the world’s largest underground thermal lake – Lake Neuron. Audy described the extreme research...
Read moreCinema Kotva hosted two days of films, discussions and record attendance
The two festival days at Cinema Kotva in České Budějovice became one of the most visited parts of this year’s edition. The programme offered screenings for schools, free afternoon screenings for the public, and an outstanding evening...
Read moreSustainability Block attracted dozens of students and its reach is growing beyond the region
The Sustainability Block – Unusually About Water once again proved to be one of the festival’s key educational pillars. This year, leading experts from the University of South Bohemia and media professionals joined the programme, while...
Read moreVagamundos Are Coming to Hluboká
The highlight of Saturday’s programme will undoubtedly be the performance by Pavel Liška and Jan Révai – Vagamundos. It is necessary to reserve your spot in advance for this event. The reservation form will be available from the beginning of...
Read moreThe Festival Establishes a Partnership with the Academic Community
An official partnership has been signed between our festival and the Faculty of Science at the University of South Bohemia. Thanks to this collaboration, visitors will have the opportunity to attend even more engaging and professionally focused...
Read moreFestival Touchpoints – Taking the festival on the road!
For the first time ever we’re leaving our “home pier” and coming to you: 29 May – Český Krumlov 16 June – Jindřichův Hradec Enjoy screenings of the very best films—above the waterline and beneath it—along with inspiring talks from...
Read moreRecord number of competition entries
With a month still to go before the deadline, we already have more than 1,000 films submitted—a new record! We’re confident that this wave of entries will bring exceptional quality. There’s still time: submit your film by 15 June on the FreeWay...
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