Enjoy Bold, Inclusive Cinema as Europe on Screen Turns 25

Europe on Screen (EoS), Indonesia’s longest-running international film festival, celebrates its 25th edition with an inclusive line-up that reflects the evolving voice of European cinema. Running from 13–22 June 2025 in 7 cities: Jakarta, Bandung, Denpasar, Medan, Surabaya, Sidoarjo, and Yogyakarta, the festival marks a quarter-century of Indonesia-Europe cross-cultural dialogue through film.

This year, the program presents 55 critically acclaimed films from 27 European countries, spanning a wide range of genres and perspectives. More than half of the selected titles are directed by women—many of them emerging voices making their feature debuts—underscoring EoS’s ongoing commitment to representation and fresh storytelling. All screenings are free and open to the public.

The opening film, Circusboy from Germany, is a documentary-drama directed by Julia Lemke and Anna Koch, following the life of a young boy raised in a traveling circus family. Awarded at the Berlin International Film Festival 2025, it sets the tone for a festival that celebrates resilience, imagination, and the joy of human connection. 

The festival will close with The Boy with Pink Pants, an Italian drama based on the true story of a bullied teenager. Directed by Margherita Ferri, this movie was a box office success and an award nominee in its home country.

Beyond the European titles, EoS also honors Indonesian talent with a Retrospektif program titled ‘From Locarno to Venice’. A powerful reminder of Indonesia’s growing presence on the global film stage, this program features five short films by Indonesian directors whose works were previously screened or awarded at prestigious European festivals.

The Short Film Pitching Project (SFPP), one of EoS’s most anticipated initiatives, returns with ten finalists from across the archipelago. With entries up by 86% from last year, including international applicants, the competition continues to serve as a vital platform for emerging filmmakers.

“The 25th edition of Europe on Screen is a cultural milestone – not only for the EU and its Member States but also for our deepening ties with Indonesia,” said H.E. Denis Chaibi, EU Ambassador to Indonesia. 

Whether one's in it for thought-provoking drama, powerful documentaries, or cross-cultural exploration, EoS 2025 offers a cinematic experience like no other.

For the full schedule and programme details, visit europeonscreen.org or follow @europeonscreen.