A festival focusing on Genre

Västerås Filmfestival

One of the most interesting film festivals in Northern Europe. A cultural event that introduces new relevant films and film culture to both the public and professionals.

The purpose of the festival is to influence the cultural agenda, be accessible to the public and industry with film screenings, workshops, lectures, debates, film cafés, exhibitions, and entertainment.

Lennart Jähkel

"I am very honoured to receive this wonderful award"

Lennart Jähkel

Jury Honorary Prize 2016

Maria Lundqvist

"Every award is important! It is a very nice award which I will put on display at home."

Maria Lundqvist

Jury Honorary Prize 2017

Rolf Lassgård

”I began my acting career in theatre in Västerås at Mariaberget. So it was wonderful to return, and I feel honoured.”

Rolf Lassgård

Jury Honorary Prize 2018

Colin Nutley

"We don't make films to win awards. But I am very honoured to receive this award.”

Colin Nutley

Jury Honorary Prize 2019

”It was wonderful to return to Västerås, where I have lived and where my father was theatre director. Thank you for this award!”

Helena Bergström

Jury Honorary Prize 2019

Christina Schollin

I am very touched by being awarded this year's Honorary Prize, and it's so beautiful as well! Thank you!

Christina Schollin

Jury Honorary Prize 2021

Trailers from previous years

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