The International Film Festival Rotterdam ( IFFR ) has unveiled the first wave of world premieres for its upcoming 55th edition , taking place Jan. 29-Feb. 8, 2026. The nine titles revealed by organizers on Thursday span the festival’s Bright Future and Harbour programming strands.

Sex, art, abuse, corruption, and murder are among the themes that play a role in the movies set for Rotterdam debuts.

The Bright Future selection, which puts the spotlight on feature debuts with original subject matter and individual styles, will include movies with such titles as I Grew an Inch When My Father Died , Let Them Be Seen , and Mayilaa.

The International Film Festival Rotterdam ( IFFR ) has unveiled the first wave of world premieres for its upcoming 55th edition , taking place Ja

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