Explore the latest news, announcements and stories from AZURA including festival updates, industry insights and special events.

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NEWS

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AZURA Special Preview Screening in Zug

 

AZURA Film Festival will present a special preview screening on 5 September 2026 at Kulturraum am Gleis in Zug, as part of the Swiss Soca Festival. The event will offer audiences an early taste of AZURA through short films celebrating Caribbean culture, creativity and storytelling.

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Meet the AZURA Film Festival Team

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AZURA Film Festival is delighted to introduce its founding team: Natalia Wohler, Festival Director; Davis Deen, Vice President and Festival Host; Chris Rockall, Music Marketing and Promotion Adviser; and Simon Baptiste, film producer and creative-industry visionary advancing Caribbean talent and entertainment. Together they bring expertise in film, music, production and cultural exchange to AZURA’s first edition.

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Film Submission Deadline

 

The submission deadline for the AZURA Film Festival will be announced soon. Further information about categories, eligibility and how to submit will be available shortly.

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AZURA Film Festival Announces Its First Edition in 2027

 

The inaugural AZURA Film Festival will take place in Baden, Switzerland. The festival will bring together filmmakers, audiences and industry guests through screenings, conversations and cultural exchange celebrating Caribbean, Swiss and global cinema. Programme, venue and ticket information will be announced later.​

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Published 25.08.2026