PÖFF First Feature Competition: A Launchpad for Tomorrow's Filmmakers
The First Feature Competition of the Tallinn Black Nights Film Festival is dedicated to filmmakers taking one of the most important steps in their careers – presenting their debut feature film to the world.

Critics’ Picks Competition Seeks Bold Films in Dialogue with Cinema History

The Critics’ Picks Competition of the Tallinn Black Nights Film Festival (PÖFF), dedicated to distinctive auteur cinema, is accepting submissions for its 2026 edition. Filmmakers can submit their films until 24 August.

The 21st Tartuff Reveals Its Programme

From 8–15 August, the 21st Tartuff festival will once again turn Tartu Town Hall Square into Estonia's largest open-air cinema.

Share Your PÖFF Memories!

To celebrate its 30th anniversary, the Tallinn Black Nights Film Festival (PÖFF) invites everyone to share their memories.

PÖFF Official Selection Competition Seeks for Films with a Distinctive Cinematic Vision

The Official Selection Competition of the Tallinn Black Nights Film Festival is built on a simple principle: great cinema cannot be defined by genre, geography or reputation.

Two PÖFF Team Members Become European Film Academy Members

The European Film Academy has admitted Olari Oja and Marianna Kaat as new members.