Džada Film Fest
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Džada Film Fest takes its name from the local word for "street" — and that is exactly where it happens. This open-air festival of debut films, led by director Nina Lončar, brings cinema out of the theatres and onto the streets of Podgorica. In 2025 it celebrated its 10th edition, running from 1 to 7 September.
The anniversary programme screened 34 films, including 22 shorts, from 18 countries — all first works by emerging filmmakers. Around the screenings the festival built a full week of city life: a children's programme, two concerts and a special exhibition marking ten years of the festival.
Watching a debut film on a warm September night, seated in the middle of a street that normally carries traffic, is a distinctly Podgorica experience — informal, communal and free. The festival has become a launching pad for new voices in regional cinema and a fixture of the capital's early autumn.
Backed by the EU Delegation to Montenegro and the French Institute, all screenings and events are free of charge.
Cinema on the street
"Džada" means street — screenings happen open-air on Podgorica's streets, free for everyone.
First films only
A festival dedicated to debut works: 34 films from 18 countries in the 2025 edition.
Ten years of new voices
The 2025 edition marked the festival's 10th anniversary with a special exhibition.
European backing
Supported by the EU Delegation to Montenegro and the French Institute.
Debut film screenings
34 first films in 2025, including 22 shorts, from 18 countries, screened open-air on the city's streets
Children's programme
Daytime screenings and activities for the youngest audience
Concerts
Two live music evenings during the festival week
Anniversary exhibition
A special exhibition marked the festival's tenth edition in 2025
Streets and squares, Podgorica
