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Cornwall Film Festival 2026 Programme Feature films from around the globe. See all the screenings at this year's edition of the Cornwall Film Festival. STEP INTO THE FRAME AND EXPERIENCE STORIES FROM ALL CORNERS OF THE GLOBE Cornwall Film Festival is a global platform inviting filmmakers from every corner of the world to showcase bold, captivating and innovative stories. BOOK TICKETS FEATURE FILMS 16-22ND NOV THE POLY, FALMOUTH TENDER LOVING CARE 7:30 PM | SATURDAY 21ST NOV | THE POLY Mike Leigh returns with a funny, compassionate portrait of friendship, family and the people whose jobs revolve around caring for others. Starring Kate O’Flynn, Alice Bailey Johnson, Marion Bailey and Paul Jesson, TENDER LOVING CARE finds warmth, humour and humanity in the complications of ordinary life.. Dir Mike Leigh | UK | 2026 | 1hr 47mins | Comedy / Drama | CFF15 Special Presentaion of CFF's Patron BOOK TICKETS I SEE BUILDINGS FALL LIKE LIGHTNING 7:30 PM | MONDAY 16TH NOV | THE POLY Clio Barnard returns with her fifth feature, bringing her distinctive eye for place, class and complicated human relationships to an ensemble story about five childhood friends approaching 30. Dir Clio Barnard | 2026 | 1h 49min | English | Drama BOOK TICKETS WILD HORSE NINE 5 PM | MONDAY 15TH NOV | THE POLY Martin McDonagh reunites with Sam Rockwell for a darkly comic thriller starring John Malkovich, Steve Buscemi, Tom Waits and Parker Posey. Expect razor-sharp dialogue, moral complications and a very strange trip to paradise. Dir Martin McDonagh | UK / USA / Chile | 2026 | 1hr 58mins | Comedy / Drama / Thriller | CFF15 BOOK TICKETS LA BOLA NEGRA 5 PM | TUESDAY 17TH NOV | THE POLY Spanish-language queer epic explores the intertwined lives of three men. An epic tale showing the connectivity from the Spanish Civil War and stretching through the present day, three lives intimately linked by sexuality and desire, pain, and legacy. Dir Javier Calvo & Javier Ambrossi | Spain / France | 2025 | 2hrs 35mins | Drama / LGBTQI+ | CFF15 BOOK TICKETS JOSEPHINE 7:30PM | TUESDAY 17TH NOV | THE POLY A powerful drama explores childhood, trauma and the limits of parental protection through the eyes of a family whose sense of security has suddenly been shattered. Starring Gemma Chan and Channing Tatum Dir Beth de Araújo | 2026 | 1h 54min | English | Drama / Thriller | CFF15 BOOK TICKETS AMERICAN DOCTOR 7:30PM | WEDNESDAY 18TH NOV | THE POLY Oscar nominated director, Poh Si Teng’s first full-feature documentary chronicles the experiences of three American physicians who travel to Gaza to treat casualties wounded in the Israeli- Palestenian conflict. In an attempt to confront Americans about the consequences of their actions – or inactions, Poh Si Teng reaches for a genre with mass popular appeal: the medical drama. Dir. Poh Si Teng | 2026 | 1hr 33mins | Documentary | USA / Palestine / Malaysia / Qatar / Denmark English & Arabic with English subtitles |CFF15 BOOK TICKETS WE, THE HATED 5PM | THURSDAY 19TH NOV | THE POLY How far would you go for something you believed in, and what would you be prepared to lose? Taking audiences inside story of Just Stop Oil, one of the most divisive protest movements in recent British history. As protests become increasingly controversial and the authorities respond, the activists must weigh the personal cost of their actions against what they see as the potentially catastrophic consequences of doing nothing. Dir Rich Felgate | UK | 2026 | 1hr 29mins | CFF15 BOOK TICKETS ONLY WHAT WE CARRY 7:30 PM | FRIDAY 20TH NOV | THE POLY Jamie Adams’ intimate drama brings together Sofia Boutella, Charlotte Gainsbourg, Simon Pegg, Lizzy McAlpine and Quentin Tarantino in a story of love, creativity, memory and the emotional baggage we carry with us. When dancer Charlotte returns home to Normandy with her sister, a reunion with her former choreographer brings old insecurities and long-buried truths back to the surface. Dir Jamie Adams | UK / France | 2026 | 1hr 31mins | Comedy / Drama | CFF15 Film premiere LIVE Director Q&A BOOK TICKETS GLORIOUS SUMMER 5 PM | FRIDAY 20TH NOV | THE POLY Imagine a world where summer never ends, every desire is fulfilled, and responsibility is a thing of the past. But beneath the dazzling sunshine and picture-perfect surroundings, something darker is stirring. Three women develop a secret language of touch and begin rehearsing increasingly disturbing rituals, their growing desire for freedom threatens to unravel the illusion. A First feature from Polish directing duo Helena Ganjalyan & Bartosz Szpak, winner of the SXSW 2025 Special Jury Award. GLORIOUS SUMMER | Dir Helena Ganjalyan & Bartosz Szpak | Poland | 2025 | 1hr 28mins | Polish with English subtitles| Drama / Sci-Fi / Psychological Thriller | CFF18 BOOK TICKETS HOPE 9:45 PM | FRIDAY 2OTH NOV | THE POLY In a remote South Korean village, reports of a mysterious creature send the local police and residents into the mountains. But the hunters soon become the hunted. From Na Hong-jin, director of THE WAILING, comes an audacious sci-fi action thriller where monster movie, black comedy and spectacular action collide. Starring Hwang Jung-min, Zo In-sung and Hoyeon alongside Michael Fassbender, Alicia Vikander and Taylor Russell Dir Na Hong-jin | South Korea | 2026 | 2hrs 37mins | Sci-Fi / Action / Thriller | 15 BOOK TICKETS SURROUND SOUND: THE STORIES OF MOVIE MUSIC 12 PM | SATURDAY 21ST NOV | THE POLY Film critic Mark Kermode and radio producer Jenny Nelson will take a lively trip through the music of the movies, sharing favourite scores, unexpected choices, behind-the-scenes stories and a few strong opinions, accompanied by music extracts along the way. Followed by a book signing. LIVE Intro + Music + Book Signing Suitable for all ages BOOK TICKETS THE DEBUT 2:30 PM | SATURDAY 21ST NOV | THE POLY CFFestival favourite Jessie Eisenberg returns. When shy, unassuming housewife Mona Friedman is unexpectedly cast in a tiny role in a local community theatre production, she discovers a world she never knew she needed. Mona throws herself into acting with increasingly ferocious commitment, becoming determined to protect the artistic integrity of her decidedly marginal role. The Debut turns the backstage politics, oversized egos and glorious absurdity of community theatre into a warm and sharply observed comedy about creativity and reinvention. Starring Julianne Moore, Paul Giamatti, Halle Bailey & Jesse Eisenberg himself. Dir Jesse Eisenberg | USA | 2026 | 1hr 45mins | Comedy / Drama | CFF12A BOOK TICKETS FATHERLAND 5 PM | SATURDAY 21ST NOV | THE POLY In 1949, German writer Thomas Mann and his daughter Erika embark on a road trip across a Germany in ruins, from US-dominated Frankfurt to Soviet-controlled Weimar. From Academy Award-winning filmmaker Paweł Pawlikowski, the visionary director of Ida and Cold War, comes Fatherland, a breathtakingly beautiful black-and-white drama starring Sandra Hüller and Hanns Zischler. A powerful journey through memory, guilt and divided loyalties. Dir. Paweł Pawlikowski | Poland / Germany / Italy / France | 2026 | 1hr 22mins | German, English, French & Russian with English subtitles | Historical Drama | CFF12A BOOK TICKETS ROCKY 12 PM | SUNDAY 22ND NOV | THE POLY Rocky is far more than a boxing film. Written by and starring Sylvester Stallone, Winner of the Academy Award for Best Picture, this enduring classic follows small-time boxer Rocky Balboa as he is given one improbable shot at the world heavyweight title. Featuring Bill Conti's iconic score and some of cinema's most unforgettable moments, Rocky remains a powerful story of resilience, love and self-belief. This special screening is followed by Rocky at 50, a discussion exploring the film's enduring legacy and the evolution of the cinematic underdog. Dir. John G. Avildsen | 1976 | 1h 59min | English | Drama / Sport / Classic | PG BOOK TICKETS BUGBOY 2:30 PM | SUNDAY 22ND NOV | THE POLY Shy 16-year-old George finds connecting with people difficult. Following his parents’ painful divorce, he retreats into the tiny, intricate world of insects and forms an unlikely bond with a cricket named Isabella. A CFF Director’s Pick from Sheffield DocFest 2026 "Funny, affectionate and refreshingly small-scale, this is a film about paying attention to other people, yourself and, occasionally, to the creatures crawling around under your feet. " A giant hug of a film" Louise Fox Dir Lucas Paleocrassas | 2026 | 1h 28min | Greek | Documentary | English subtitles | 12A BOOK TICKETS THE EDUCATION OF JANE CUMMING 5:15 PM | SUNDAY 22ND NOV | THE POLY One accusation threatens two women’s fight for independence set in Edinburgh in 1810. Two governesses realise their dream of opening a school for girls, offering them a rare chance at an independent life. Based on true events, Sophie Heldman’s beautifully made period drama explores prejudice, reputation and the cost of surviving in a strict and unforgiving society, and stars Flora Nicholson, Clare Dunne, Mia Tharia and Fiona Shaw. Dir Sophie Heldman | UK / Germany / Switzerland | 2026 | 1hr 54mins | Drama / LGBTQI+ | CFF15 BOOK TICKETS CFF ON TOUR DEREK VS DEREK 6:30 PM | FRIDAY 13TH NOV | MABE VILLAGE HALL One is an advocate for intensive farming; the other is giving his entire farm over to nature, rewilding it into an oasis for wildlife. Tempers fray, wild animals escape, and the land between them is transformed, all while the two Dereks butt heads over what the English countryside should look like and who gets to decide. The tension between rewilding and traditional agriculture has never felt more urgent, and the film finds its way into that conversation through a neighbourly dispute that just happens to share a name on both sides of the fence. Dir James Dawson | 2026 | 1h 28min | United Kingdom | Documentary | English | 15 BOOK TICKETS NO TREES, NO SEAS 8 PM | FRIDAY 13TH NOV | THE POLY A surfer's search for what is killing our seas leads him deep into the forest – and to an ancient truth: that the key to healing our seas lies on the land. No Trees No Seas is a feature-length documentary revealing the hidden connections between trees and seas, and how bringing back our woodlands could be one of the most powerful things we can do to restore nature, both on land and at sea. Plus Q&A with Sam Bleakley and others - More details soon! Screened in partnership with The Poly NO TREES, NO SEAS | Dir James Stuart | 2026 | 100 mins | Documentary | UK | CFF15 BOOK TICKETS BUG BOY 7 PM | MONDAY 9TH NOV | THE RITZ, PZ Shy 16-year-old George finds connecting with people difficult. Following his parents’ painful divorce, he retreats into the tiny, intricate world of insects and forms an unlikely bond with a cricket named Isabella. A CFF Director’s Pick from Sheffield DocFest 2026 "Funny, affectionate and refreshingly small-scale, this is a film about paying attention to other people, yourself and, occasionally, to the creatures crawling around under your feet. " A giant hug of a film" Louise Fox A special screening in partnership with Penwith Film Society at their new home, The Ritz, Penzance. Stay for a drink, meet fellow film lovers? Movie Magic cards are valid for this screenings! Dir Lucas Paleocrassas | 2026 | 1h 28min | Greek | Documentary | English subtitles | 12A BOOK TICKETS ULTIMATE THUNDER 2 PM | SATURDAY 7TH NOV | WTW PLAZA TRURO (AD, CS) A joyful, loud and big-hearted documentary about six musicians making their mark on the punk scene. Five members of the Leeds-based band have learning disabilities, Down syndrome or autism, and their raw, fully improvised gigs have earned them a growing following. A funny, defiant celebration of friendship, resilience and the power of making noise together. Winner of the Sheffield DocFest 2026 Audience Award ULTIMATE THUNDER | Dir Ben G. Brown | UK | 2026 | 1hr 38mins | Documentary | CFF12A BOOK TICKETS FUN STUFF THE FILM PUB QUIZ 7:30 PM | WEDNESDAY 11.11.26 | THE LOUNGE | FALMOUTH Calling all movie masterminds. Put your movie knowledge to the test! This event is being run as a fundraiser for The Cornwall Film Festival. Bring friends or join a team. This is a fun evening with music, picture and general knowledge rounds. £2.50 per person or £15 per team of 6 Palacio Lounge | The Moor | Falmouth | TR11 3QA BOOK TICKETS DROP THE NEEDLE 7 - 10 PM | TUESDAY 10.11.26 | UNDERLAND BAR | FALMOUTH Film Scores Vinyl Night : Bring along a favourite film soundtrack on vinyl and share the music that stayed with you beyond the screen. From iconic scores and cult soundtracks to unexpected discoveries, drop the needle, turn up the volume and celebrate movie music together in a relaxed analogue listening session. The Chintz Bar & Underland Music Old Brewery Yard, Falmouth TR11 2BY PAY WHAT YOU CAN MAKING MOVES + MOVIES FILM MIXER NETWORKING | COMING SOON Join female and non-binary filmmakers, storytellers, festival guests and creatives for an inspiring opportunity to mix, mingle and make new connections. Presented in partnership with Making Moves + Movies 2026 Mixers & Meetups, this welcoming event is a chance to share ideas, spark collaborations and celebrate our vibrant filmmaking community. Moth & Moon Pub | 31 Killigrew St | Falmouth | TR11 3PW RESERVE TICKETS SHORT FILMS THROUGH OUT THE FESTIVAL JUMP to the dedicated page for all our celebrated short film programmes. @The Poly INTERMISSION (EXPERIMENTAL SHORTS) Wed 18th Nov 5pm BEST OF THE WEST (REGIONAL SHORTS) Tues 19th Nov 7.30 pm BEST INTERNATIONAL NARRATIVE & NON-NARRATIVE SHORTS Friday 20th 10.30 am BEST UK SHORTS Fri 20th 12.30 pm FRESH (STUDENT SHORTS) Fri 20th Nov 2.30 pm @Salt Arts CIC Saltash BEST OF THE WEST | SHORT FILM SHORTLISTERS Fri 4th Dec 7.30pm SEE PROGRAMME SOON SEE YOUNG PEOPLE'S PROGRAMME INDUSTRY DAY 19.11.26 | 9AM - 5:30PM | THE POLY | FALMOUTH Cornwall Film Festival’s Industry Day brings together emerging and established filmmakers with industry organisations, funders, producers and practitioners for a packed programme of conversations, practical insight, bookable 1-to-1 meetings and networking. Your INDUSTRY DAY PASS+ includes networking brunch and lunch, access to all four sessions and INDUSTRY SURGERIES, plus two festival tickets for £45, £35 for students. Individual sessions can be booked separately for £15, but INDUSTRY SURGERIES are exclusively available to PASS+ holders. If you're super busy and can't commit to a session or a whole day, join us for a networking lunch. Places are limited READ MORE BOOK INDUSTRY PASS+ SUPPORTED BY STORIES FROM ALL CORNERS OF THE WORLD -