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Kosovo's International Documentary and Short film festival, Dokufest, running from August 3 - 11 in Prizren, has already selected 255 films out of 2,500 that applied from all over the world. They will be screened in six competing categories and 14 other special categories.

Last year, the Belgrade International Festival of Documentary Film, better known as Beldocs, was declared to be all about "a blending and merging of cultures." Not surprisingly, the 2018 festival, now in its 11th year, is as much about fostering local talent as about showcasing acclaimed international works that challenge the conventional. 

Four films with Bulgarian and Romanian participation have been shortlisted in four different categories for prestigious European Film Awards.

The eighth edition of Sofia Independent Film Festival started in Sofia on 26 October. It will run until 5 November 2017.

The most exciting independent cinema forum on the Balkans will show a selection of over 90 daring films, created by talented American, Bulgarian, and European filmmakers.

The old cinema building in Safranbolu, which is on the UNESCO World Heritage List and is listed as one of the world's 20 best preserved cities, will be turned into a cinema museum and library. 

Located in the northern province of Karabük, Safranbolu is a popular tourist destination known for its historic wood-framed houses.