Press

General press information

With an average of 275,000 visits and over 2,000 film professionals from over 100 countries, International Film Festival of Rotterdam (IFFR) is one of the largest audience and industry-driven film festivals in the world. Besides our yearly celebration of inspiring and diverse films, we offer highly relevant masterclasses, talks, training labs, educational opportunities, project funding (through the Hubert Bals Fund) and an international market for industry professionals. Hence, since its 50th edition in 2021, IFFR identifies itself as an organisation dedicated to bolstering the international film industry with activities both during the festival period as well as via year-round projects.

Interview requests and interpreters

If you wish to interview filmmakers or other talent featured in IFFR 2024 programme, please send an email to [email protected]. The IFFR Press Office can arrange interpreters;  for filmmakers needed be; this can be arranged through the above contact details.

IFFR account

Log into your IFFR account to make use of your Agenda and find useful information; this will help you arrange interviews and get tickets for programmes – including IFFR Talks.

Audiovisual registration of festival events

Photography and recording film inside a screening room is only permitted during introductions and Q&As, upon request. Registering audio(visual) material of any film screening is strictly forbidden. To register for any physical events for further information or assistance, contact the Press Office.

Press releases

Throughout the year, IFFR sends out press releases with news about IFFR, CineMart and the Hubert Bals Fund. All press releases are available online here.