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FILAF: Festival International du Livre d'Art & du Film Returns to Perpignan

festival-fair · 2026-04-23

The FILAF (Festival International du Livre d'Art & du Film) will take place in Perpignan from June 28 to July 1. Organized by the association Cogito, the festival is independent and supported by numerous public and private partners. It aims to be a reference in the field of art books and films. A scientific committee composed of professionals from publishing, art, and film accompanies the festival throughout the year. An independent international jury of experts annually selects the winning books and films alongside the programming. FILAF is the only festival in the world that celebrates art through books and films. It serves as a meeting and exchange place for professionals—authors, directors, publishers, museums, book and film professionals, and specialized press—as well as the general public, fostering exploration and conviviality. New media combine books and films through digital editions, webdocs, and dedicated applications.

Key facts

  • FILAF takes place in Perpignan from June 28 to July 1.
  • The festival is organized by the association Cogito.
  • It is independent and supported by public and private partners.
  • A scientific committee of publishing, art, and film professionals guides the festival.
  • An independent international jury selects winning books and films annually.
  • FILAF is the only festival worldwide celebrating art through books and films.
  • The festival targets professionals and the general public.
  • New media include digital editions, webdocs, and applications.

Entities

Institutions

  • FILAF
  • Cogito

Locations

  • Perpignan
  • France

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