Each spring, Ibicine Film Festival brings independent cinema and international talent to the island, and its ninth edition continues that outward-looking approach with a programme designed to resonate beyond Ibiza’s shores.
Among the most anticipated screenings is Flow, the acclaimed French animated feature nominated for Best Animated Feature at both the Golden Globes and the Academy Awards. Shown in its original version with Spanish subtitles on 11 March at Teatro España, it stands as one of the section’s major international draws.
Animation also features in the wider conversation around Arco, the 2D sci-fi project directed by Ugo Bienvenu and produced by and starring Natalie Portman in the voice cast. The film follows a 10-year-old boy who travels through time via rainbows, exploring themes of hope, sustainability and imagination.
"A private life", debut 19 March at Cine Regio
The programme then shifts to Cine Regio - in San Antonio - on 19 March for A Private Life, a psychological thriller featuring screen legend Jodie Foster. Her presence on the line-up further underlines Ibicine’s ability to connect Ibiza audiences with globally recognised names and productions.
"Ganas de vivir", March at Teatro España
Alongside these international highlights, the festival continues to champion European and Spanish cinema. On 4 March, Teatro España hosts the Spanish premiere of an Italian fable La Gioia, directed by Nicolangelo Gelormini. Later in the month, Ganas de Vivir marks the feature directorial debut of Juan Manuel Montilla ‘El Langui’, before Que vienen los perros, co-directed by Iván Sánchez and David Tembleque, closes the section on 1 April. The audience short film final follows on 9 April.
"Que vienen los perros", debut 1 April at Teatro España
The Official Feature Film Section opened earlier this week with Silent Struggle, the documentary debut by Spanish actress, screenwriter and producer Sara Sálamo. The film charts footballer Isco Alarcón, who plays for the Andalusian club Real Betis, as he recovers from a severe fibula injury, offering a personal portrait shaped by fragility and resilience.
By balancing internationally recognised names with emerging Spanish voices, the ninth edition of Ibicine positions Ibiza not only as a summer destination, but as a cultural meeting point where global cinema finds an engaged Mediterranean audience.
