March 25, 2025
11 years of Stockfish Film Festival
Stockfish Film and Industry Festival proudly announces its 11th edition, taking place from April 3rd to April 13th, 2025.
The 11th edition of Stockfish Film & Industry Festival is just around the corner, and it promises 11 days packed with screenings, discussions, and fresh voices in cinema. Whether you're a filmmaker, student, or cinephile, this is your chance to connect, learn, and be inspired—right in the heart of Reykjavík.
Everyone’s Welcome – Pay What You Can
In the spirit of accessibility and community, Stockfish 2025 offers pay-what-you-want admission. Come experience world-class cinema — on your own terms.
Highlights of the 2025 Festival
Shortfish (Sprettfiskur)
Iceland’s leading short film competition returns with a sharp and diverse lineup:
- Narrative shorts, documentaries, experimental films, and music videos
- A platform for emerging talent from Iceland and beyond
- Sponsored by KUKL Equipment Rental and RÚV
- Featuring the Eva María Daniels Award: 1.5 million ISK to support an exceptional filmmaker’s next project
Physical Cinema
Curated by director and choreographer Helena Jónsdóttir, this section explores the powerful connection between movement, sound, and image:
- A 70-minute curated program of dance-inspired short films at Bíó Paradís
- One standout film will be selected to represent Stockfish at Cannes Festival de Danse
Industry Days & Networking
- Panels, masterclasses, and conversations with local and international professionals
- Unique opportunities to build connections across the global film community
- A hub for creative exchange and collaboration
Stockfish: Rooted in Icelandic Film History
Originally founded as the Reykjavík Film Festival in 1978, Stockfish was relaunched in 2015 with a renewed mission to strengthen and elevate Iceland’s film industry.
The festival is led by Dögg Mósesdóttir and Halla Þórlaug Óskarsdóttir, and governed by Iceland’s key film organizations (FLH, IKS, FÍL, and others), ensuring transparency and creative integrity.
Why You Should Attend
- Be the first to see boundary-pushing Icelandic and international films
- Engage directly with the minds behind the movies
- Discover Reykjavík through the lens of cinema
- Experience a festival that puts filmmakers and film lovers first
More info www.stockfishfestival.is