Summer Cinema in Motovun

Motovun once again invites you to enjoy the magic of open-air cinema beneath the stars. On Friday, 24 July and Saturday, 25 July, starting at 9:00 PM, the beautiful City Walls Garden, perched atop the picturesque hilltop town of Motovun, will host two free screenings of outstanding films that have marked this year's cinematic season.

On Friday, 24 July, join us for "Fatherland", the latest film by Academy Award-winning director Paweł Pawlikowski, who received the Best Director Award at the 2026 Cannes Film Festival, once again confirming his place among Europe's most acclaimed filmmakers.

On Saturday, 25 July, don't miss "Wedding", directed by Igor Šeregi, the film phenomenon that became the highest-grossing Croatian film of all time, breaking box office records and winning the hearts of audiences across the country.

FRIDAY | 24 JULY 2026 | 9:00 PM

FATHERLAND
Directed by Paweł Pawlikowski
Poland / Germany / Italy / France, 2026, 82 min
📍 City Walls Garden
🎟️ Free admission

The latest film by the Oscar-winning director of Ida and Cold War is an intimate biographical drama about writer Thomas Mann and his daughter Erika. Set in post-war Germany, the film explores themes of identity, family, belonging and confronting the past through their emotional journey together. Visually stunning and deeply moving, Fatherland was awarded the Best Director Award at the 2026 Cannes Film Festival.

SATURDAY | 25 JULY 2026 | 9:00 PM

WEDDING
Directed by Igor Šeregi
Croatia / Serbia, 2026, 100 min
📍 City Walls Garden
🎟️ Free admission

The biggest Croatian box-office success of the year and the highest-grossing Croatian film of all time, Wedding is a delightful romantic comedy following a wedding day where absolutely nothing goes according to plan. Filled with unforgettable characters, hilarious situations and heartfelt moments, the film became a true cultural phenomenon, captivating audiences of all generations.

Spend two unforgettable summer evenings in the unique atmosphere of Motovun's open-air cinema, set within the enchanting City Walls Garden. Bring your friends, relax under the stars and enjoy exceptional films in one of the most breathtaking locations in Istria.

We look forward to welcoming you to Motovun! 🍿✨