What workshops will there be?
We are currently planning what workshops we will offer, but it will probably be about different topics, such as writing scripts, acting, editing, etc.
What debates will there be?
We will arrange debates during the festival days. We will have show films and have a debate regarding our recurring theme "Vulnerability", and debates regarding film making in Sweden and other countries.
What kinds of lectures can I attend?
We are still planning on which lectures we will organise, but it may be work in progress, film studies, etc.
Tell me about the parties
There will of course be opportunities to party during the festival days. More on this coming later!
Will there be network meetings?
We are planning on arranging networking events.
When is the award ceremony?
We are now planning for what the award ceremony will look like and exactly when it will take place. But we can promise that it will be a very pleasant evening where we honor both Swedish and foreign filmmakers.
How do I purchase tickets?
Tickets and festival cards will be available for purchase here on the website in early 2021. It will also be possible to buy tickets directly at some venues.
Do you offer discounts?
It is possible that discounts will be offered to e.g. students and senior citizens. More information will come later.
What kinds of films will you screen?
We will show films in different categories, such as short films that are usually between 5-30 min, feature films, documentaries and music videos. There will be movies in different genres to suit everyone; drama, comedy, romance, science fiction, horror.
Are the films in Swedish?
We have had and will continue to present a great assortment of Swedish films, short films, feature films and documentaries.
Do films have subtitles?
Films which are not in Swedish or English will have subtitles in one of those languages.
Where will the festival take place?
Västerås Film Festival will be held in various places, such as Carlforsska Gymnasiet's large cinema (film screening), the City Library (film screening, lectures, debates) and VäxHuset (film screening, interviews).
When is the festival?
Västerås Film Festival will take place between 5-20 June 2021.