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Ji.hlava Film Festival Showcases 300+ Films, Highlights Debuts

10/24/2025

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The 29th Ji.hlava International Documentary Film Festival runs October 24 to November 2, showcasing over 300 films.
Director Marek Hovorka emphasizes the festival's commitment to emerging filmmakers and diverse storytelling.
This year the festival highlights debut films and regional works.
The opening film, "Virtual Girlfriends," explores online sex work and identity.
Ji.hlava becomes a hub for documentary cinema, engaging local and international audiences in the Czech Republic.

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The 29th Ji.hlava International Documentary Film Festival runs October 24 to November 2, showcasing over 300 films.
Director Marek Hovorka emphasizes the festival's commitment to emerging filmmakers and diverse storytelling.
This year the festival highlights debut films and regional works.
The opening film, "Virtual Girlfriends," explores online sex work and identity.
Ji.hlava becomes a hub for documentary cinema, engaging local and international audiences in the Czech Republic.