{"id":"bitcoin-filmfest","title":"Bitcoin FilmFest","content":"**Bitcoin FilmFest** is a [Bitcoin](https://iq.wiki/wiki/bitcoin)-Only project that debuted in March 2023 by running the world’s first large-scale Bitcoin film festival (aka BFF) in Warsaw, Poland.  [\\[1\\]](#cite-id-5ZBnO5f0qN) [\\[2\\]](#cite-id-7pNckv60zo) [\\[3\\]](#cite-id-DhaSjB7pOW)\n\nIts success led to more events, called ‘mini editions’, held in Lisbon, Lugano, El Salvador, Cape Town, and recently in Funchal Madeira, bringing a cinematic touch to renowned conferences. Future events will be held regularly, both locally and abroad, where Bitcoin FilmFest will be a guest or host. Warsaw remains the official location of the main edition of BFF, the Bitcoin Film Festival, which happens every year in the capital of Poland. [\\[1\\]](#cite-id-5ZBnO5f0qN) [\\[2\\]](#cite-id-7pNckv60zo)\n\n> We build bridges between art, culture, education. For critical thinkers and freedom-seekers, filmmakers and cinema buffs alike. (BFF Team) [\\[1\\]](#cite-id-5ZBnO5f0qN)\n\n$$widget0 [YOUTUBE@VID](CjpfAZdFbOw)$$\n\n## Overview\n\nBitcoin FilmFest goes beyond a series of events, no matter how great they are. It also serves as a networking platform, the Bitcoin Cinema Hub, that connects the influential minds in Bitcoin, art, and business — connecting creators, filmmakers, producers, and cinema fans.  [\\[1\\]](#cite-id-5ZBnO5f0qN)\n\n> \"We are a group of volunteers dedicated to supporting the growth of Bitcoin culture and independent cinema. In less than a year, we organized not only six cinematic events, but also became a dynamic hub that connects people, inspires, entertains and educates.\" - the team says [\\[1\\]](#cite-id-5ZBnO5f0qN)\n\n![](https://ipfs.everipedia.org/ipfs/QmeWPuABwRVY9kqDMdKWU7DAuj2JBvpkcpviYwBRkchAxY)\n\nThe Bitcoin FilmFest 2024 edition, (BFF’24) European Halving Party took place at Kinoteka, Warsaw Poland took place from April 19 to 21.  [\\[1\\]](#cite-id-5ZBnO5f0qN)\n\n$$widget0 [YOUTUBE@VID](https://youtube.com/watch?v=OLi0gLiRoQw)$$\n\n### Bitcoin FilmFest 2026 (BFF’26)\n\nThe Bitcoin FilmFest, 2026, is set to be four days of films, music, stories, and real people — right in the heart of Warsaw. It is a global festival focused on cinema and culture in the [Bitcoin](https://iq.wiki/wiki/bitcoin) era. This edition will feature ~7–13 handpicked films (including world premieres), an AI shorts competition, filmmaker Q\\&As, storytelling workshops, riverside events, panels, concerts, and more. Kinoteka turns into a buzzing space for filmmakers, Bitcoiners, artists, and freedom tech pioneers.\n\nBut it's not just about what's on screen — it’s about who’s in the room. BFF’26 brings together a community that’s intimate, creative, and open. Whether it's pitching a wild idea, jamming at an open mic, or engaging in real conversations over coffee — this is where Bitcoin culture comes alive.\n\nLocation: Palace of Culture and Science, Warsaw, Poland\n\nDate: June 4–7, 2026\n\nTickets: bitcoinfilmfest.com/bff26 [\\[3\\]](#cite-id-DBnlszBRh6)\n\n**Expected program**\n\n* \\~7–13 curated films (including premieres)\n* Best community of global bitcoiners\n* Filmmaker Q\\&As, panels, open mic\n* Live music + DJs\n* AI shorts competition & advertisement awards\n* Workshops (film, Bitcoin, storytelling)\n* Pitch stage with prizes & grants\n* Networking breakfasts, riverside hangs & Warsaw tours\n* Artist gallery\n\n![](https://ipfs.everipedia.org/ipfs/QmPAXygy4u9F5x2zCcqq2h1gHi4wARKgHnPYehunjHfUav)","summary":"Bitcoin FilmFest is a Bitcoin-only film festival launched in March 2023 in Warsaw, Poland. 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