Pirjo Honkasalo and That Which You Can’t Say

Pirjo Honkasalo’s thoughts on filmmaking, its ethics, and telling a story without searching for one. Learn about the philosophy behind Honkasalo’s work in this interview with Kati Sinisalo.

Hear more from Honkasalo at Tampere Film Festival’s Pirjo Honkasalo: Film and Philosophy symposium and the Pirjo Honkasalo Masterclass.

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Accreditation is open

Accreditation for Tampere Film Festival is now open. You can do it online until 23 February, or at a slightly higher price at the Guest Info during the festival week.

Accredited guests will be offered an extensive professional programme and an access to reclaim free tickets to screenings.

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Silent Film The Changeling (1927) to Be Screened at Tampere Cathedral, Improvised Score by Organist Esa Toivola

Tampere Cathedral and the Church Organist Esa Toivola are once again part of Tampere Film Festival. This year the film screened at the Cathedral will be a Finnish silent film from 1927, The Changeling, directed by Teuvo Puro. Based on a play by Selma Anttila, The Changeling is a family drama with a strong societal point of view.

The screening begins at 19:00 on Friday 7 March and is free to attend.

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The Full Programme of Tampere Film Festival Has Been Released!

Tampere Film Festival will be celebrated for the 55th time from 5 to 9 March, and the event’s full programme has now been published. You can explore the screenings and events on the Programme 2025 page.

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