Films
Our programme Main Programme features films from 6 continents and 16 countries. And with 12 films showing
before their release in the UK, plus 2 UK premieres, 2 European premieres and a World Premiere,
we are providing a rare opportunity for festival-goers to experience the finest in global cinema right
here in the beautiful Lake District.
And, as if that wasn't enough, our retrospectives strands celebrate memorable films from 1976, the films of Jodie Foster
and more recent work from vibrant US filmmakers, as chosen by Carlisle College students.
But we're not finished! Coming soon, our Festival Fringe programme this year will feature the work of talented filmmakers
across the region as we proudly present a selection of films made by groups and individuals that showcase Cumbrian Life.
Featured Films and Strands
Main Programme
Thursday 19th March 7:30 PM
Alhambra Screen 1
Friday 20th March 1:00 PM
Studio (TBTL)
Friday 20th March 1:00 PM
Theatre By The Lake
Friday 20th March 1:00 PM
Alhambra Screen 1
Friday 20th March 3:30 PM
Theatre By The Lake
Friday 20th March 3:30 PM
Alhambra Screen 1
Friday 20th March 6:30 PM
Studio (TBTL)
Friday 20th March 6:30 PM
Alhambra Screen 1
Friday 20th March 6:30 PM
Theatre By The Lake
Friday 20th March 9:00 PM
Alhambra Screen 1
Friday 20th March 9:00 PM
Studio (TBTL)
Friday 20th March 9:30 PM
Theatre By The Lake
Saturday 21st March 10:00 AM
Theatre By The Lake
Saturday 21st March 1:00 PM
Alhambra Screen 1
Saturday 21st March 4:00 PM
Alhambra Screen 1
Saturday 21st March 7:00 PM
Theatre By The Lake
Saturday 21st March 7:00 PM
Alhambra Screen 1
Saturday 21st March 9:00 PM
Theatre By The Lake
Saturday 21st March 9:00 PM
Alhambra Screen 1
Sunday 22nd March 1:00 PM
Alhambra Screen 1
Sunday 22nd March 4:00 PM
Alhambra Screen 1
Sunday 22nd March 6:30 PM
Alhambra Screen 1
Jodie Foster Retrospective
We could have filled an entire Festival with films in which Jodie Foster has appeared! Out of over 48 feature films we have chosen two from early in her career -
both from 1976 but starkly contrasting in content and nature - alongside her most recent feature film, all demonstrating the star quality and
versatility that has marked her five-decade career.
Saturday 21st March 1:30 PM
Rheged
Saturday 21st March 4:00 PM
Theatre By The Lake
Sunday 22nd March 9:00 PM
Alhambra Screen 1
KFF @ Rheged
Our exciting 2026 programme - KFF @ Rheged - showcases hand-picked films in an immersive experience on this massive 60 ft screen.
Saturday 21st March 4:00 PM
Rheged
Saturday 21st March 6:30 PM
Rheged
Sunday 22nd March 11:00 AM
Rheged
Sunday 22nd March 2:00 PM
Rheged
Sunday 22nd March 5:00 PM
Rheged
Family Day - Part of KFF @ Rheged
We're thrilled to host the Family Day at Rheged this Festival. Two wonderful family films and a creative workshop for youngsters (tbc) provide something for all ages.
Saturday 21st March 11:00 AM
Rheged
Saturday 21st March 1:30 PM
Rheged
Carlisle College Student Choices
From a film shockingly overlooked in the UK, to a controversial critique of social media addiction,
from a family-friendly entertainment to a modern masterpiece,
Carlisle College film students have chosen the work of five vibrant US filmmakers as their contribution to this year's Festival.
Saturday 21st March 10:30 AM
Studio (TBTL)
Saturday 21st March 1:00 PM
Studio (TBTL)
Saturday 21st March 4:00 PM
Studio (TBTL)
Saturday 21st March 7:00 PM
Studio (TBTL)
Focus on 1976
We celebrate a pivotal year in culture: the New Hollywood movement produced Taxi Driver,
Cria Cuervos
epitomised Spanish cinema at the start of the democratic era, Alan Parker turned from commercials to
Bugsy Malone and the world was (nearly) ready for Roeg's kaleidoscopic metaphysical mindbender.
Friday 20th March 3:30 PM
Studio (TBTL)
Saturday 21st March 1:30 PM
Rheged
Saturday 21st March 4:00 PM
Theatre By The Lake
Saturday 21st March 9:00 PM
Studio (TBTL)