Program

Eight films are in the running this year
for the Crystal Arrow.
In the end, only one will remain!

Presenting this short film competition reaffirms the essential place of this format in European cinema and the ever-renewed richness of short filmmaking. A young generation of filmmakers asserts its uniqueness through a daring mix of genres and forms.

The Hauteur section, with a capital H, aims to live up both to the height of our mountain peaks and to the high standards of creative, original, and inventive cinema that constantly renews itself. This year, we present six films in this section, a favorite among cinephiles!

Discover a Spain that blends Mediterranean landscapes with rural regions, and encounter a society in flux and a new generation of filmmakers. Led by leading figures in contemporary Spanish cinema and emerging voices, this section offers a vibrant overview of the richness and diversity of Spanish cinema today and tomorrow.

This Focus will also provide an opportunity to discover a selection of short films that showcase the richness and diversity of Spanish filmmaking. Featuring both established filmmakers and emerging talents, these films offer a glimpse into the vitality of Spanish cinema and the people who are helping to shape its future.

Each autumn, every country selects one film to represent it in the race for the Oscar for Best International Feature Film. We invite you to discover a selection of these titles, films considered among the very best of their respective nations, that will proudly carry Europe’s colors all the way to Hollywood!

The Première section offers audiences an exclusive look at the best of French cinema set to be released in 2026.

Special Screenings will accompany our guests of honor, our thematic focus on AI, Humans and the living beings, and will hold a few surprises!

Playtime is the feel-good section of the festival, open to all audiences, whether you’re looking to be scared, to laugh, to be moved, or transported. It’s the perfect gateway into European cinema, whether you’re new to it or simply love films that are generous toward their viewers.

Les Arcs Film Festival also offers a program for young audiences, covering all ages, from kindergarten to high school, where a constellation of cinematic worlds and genres comes together.