K3 Film Festival in Villach: 40 films celebrate the closeness in the cinema

K3 Film Festival in Villach: 40 films celebrate the closeness in the cinema

In the heart of Villach, an exciting film event will take place from December 4th to 8th, 2024: the K3 Film Festival. This International Festival offers a wide range of 40 films, including game and documentaries, which are under the generic term "closeness". With over 1,500 expected visitors: Inside, the festival presents itself as an important cultural meeting point in the region, which combines Carinthia, Friuli-Julisch Veneto and Slovenia.

The festival director Fritz Hock underlines how important the topic has become in times of warlike conflicts. "The closeness represents the essentials in being human," he explains. The creative design of the festival helps to give this proximity a visual frame, for example by immersing a man into a dream -like world that exists as it were above and under water. "Laws are overridden," describes the artistic director Piera Nodari the atmosphere of the festival.

a spectacular start

The K3 Film Festival will begin on Wednesday, December 4, with a special opening as part of the "Europe Cinema Nights". This offers visitors the opportunity to experience great cinema, accompanied by a champagne reception and free admission. The Austrian premiere of the Slovenian Oscar candidate "Family Therapy", a film full of humor, is shown that at the same time critically highlights the social trends. Interested parties should register for the gala at the e-mail address gala@k3filmfestival.com.

father-son conflicts in an alpine backdrop

Another highlight of the event is the Austrian premiere of "Alpha." dar, a touching drama about the complex relationship between a father and his son. Raised in breathtaking mountain landscapes, the film tells the story of Rein, a young man who moves into a quiet village after his mother's death. But his life is influenced by visiting his lively father. "ALPHA." Previously celebrated its world premiere at the International Film Festival in Venice and received the renowned "Europa Cinema Label".

domestic productions and international adventure

"The Million Dollar Bet" by Thomas Woschitz and Gabriele Kranzelbinder is another highlight of the festival. This film takes the audience on a fascinating adventure in the USA, where a man tries to run three marathons within 24 hours. The humor and the bizarre characters make this film an entertaining experience. A production also comes from Carinthia: "Dear Life Bitch Wedding" by Julia Polzer and Xava Mikosch is a thoughtful documentary about the striving for a fulfilling life.

a diverse short film program

The heart of the festival is the short film program with carefully selected articles. Four thematic programs are presented that not only set artistic highlights, but also show human closeness. Numerous young talents are involved who bring new perspectives to the cinematic landscape.

summarized, the K3 Film Festival 2024 offers a platform for encounters and discussions in which over 100 filmmakers: inside. You will also have the opportunity to take part in an open discussion to determine the K3 audience award. The voltage of the allocation of festival prices with a total value of 7,200 euros is noticeable and promises an exciting competition.

The full program is already available on the official website of the festival at www.k3filmfestival.com. Ticket sales started on November 12th and the anticipation for this unique event grows every day.