Annual Report 2020-2021
“IFFR looks back on its 50th anniversary festival edition – an exceptional jubilee which opened from 1 to 7 February online and closed from 2 to 6 June in hybrid format. I am inspired by our team who rose to the challenge of presenting IFFR in a new way, our filmmakers who trusted us with their work and our partners who continuously supported us.” – Marjan van der Haar, managing director
50th specials
To celebrate our 50th anniversary edition, numerous 50th Specials spanned the two festival chapters.
Awards & competitions
The February festival days online were dedicated to IFFR’s main competitions.
Facts & figures
All facts & figures of IFFR's annual report 2020-2021 in one overview.
Festival programme
IFFR 2021 celebrated its 50th edition in a reimagined two-part festival format.
Film support year-round
Throughout the year, IFFR engages its audiences with film by organising special screenings and events outside of the festival days.
Education
IFFR delivered an education programme with a range of activities, classes and workshops.
IFFR Pro, the industry community
IFFR offers year-round guidance and support to all film professionals.
The Hubert Bals Fund
This year, four different funding schemes awarded support to films in every stage of the production process.
Audiences online and in Rotterdam
With the 50th edition taking place in a two-part hybrid form, IFFR 2021 reached new and broader audiences.
Communications & reach
The 50th edition used communications and publicity to reach a diverse audience – made up of local audiences and industry professionals.
Organisation & team
IFFR’s organisation is structured and supported so it can best pursue its core values.
Partners & friends
IFFR’s financing comes from a variety of sources, both private and public.