Highlights

Films

A curated selection of films from around the world, alongside locally produced works, reflecting the diversity and richness of Roma stories through documentary, fiction, and short formats.

International Guests

Filmmakers, artists, and cultural professionals join the festival, creating a meeting point between local and global perspectives through discussions and encounters.

Workshops

Interactive sessions designed to support learning, creativity, and exchange, offering participants the opportunity to engage with cinema beyond the screen.

Panel Discussions

Two interactive panel discussions will bring together Roma leaders, filmmakers, policymakers, journalists, and audiences to explore Roma representation, cultural inclusion, stereotypes, and social dialogue through open public conversations and live audience engagement.

About Rolling Film Festival

The Rolling Film Festivals, held in the years 2009, 2011, 2012, 2014, 2018, and 2021, have emerged as an esteemed biennial event in Kosovo, serving as a conduit for fostering understanding and collaboration between the Roma community and other communities within the region. These festivals are dedicated to supporting and showcasing Romani artistic expression while providing a jubilant, dynamic, and transformative setting aimed at dispelling stereotypes and promoting positive inter-ethnic relations. In line with Kosovo's Action Plan for the integration of Roma into national life, particularly in the realm of culture, this project seeks to establish Memoranda of Understanding (MOUs) with relevant government agencies, recognizing the program's alignment with the Action Plan. Moreover, the project endeavors to garner support from educational institutions and community venues.

The European agenda, as exemplified by European-level and national action plans, as well as the Decade of Roma Inclusion, underscores the significance of education, culture, and non-discrimination as essential tools for breaking the cycle of poverty and enabling successful inclusion of marginalized minorities in national life.

Each year, the Rolling Film Festivals showcase a fresh selection of films originating from various corners of the globe, encompassing both international contributions and locally-produced works. The films are thoughtfully curated to highlight the diversity, cultural richness, and shared humanity inherent inRoma stories. The Rolling Film Festival (RFF) encompasses a multifaceted program, culminating in a five-day-long film festival held in Prishtina.