The Film Festival Kitzbühel 2025 aims to blend art and commerce by showcasing a curated selection of films that balance artistic innovation with broad audience appeal. The festival, held from November 25 to 30 and now in its 13th edition, has shifted to a November schedule to coincide with the winter season and attract tourists and film enthusiasts alike. It features a diverse program, including international premieres like 'A Letter To David' and 'The Voice of Hind Rajab,' as well as local productions such as the Christmas film 'Aufputzt is'. The festival emphasizes promoting young talent through panels, screenplay workshops, and discussions on topics like AI in media. A highlight is the collaboration with the KURIER ROMY, Austria's prestigious film and TV awards, which will be awarded during the festival at a specially constructed event space in Kitzbühel. The Romy Gala, broadcast live on ORF, will honor Iris Berben with an honorary award, recognizing her contributions to German cinema. The gala promises a spectacular setting with a red carpet, high-end design, and advanced technical production, including over 450 lights and extensive audiovisual equipment. The festival also features a competition with six feature films, six documentaries, and 24 short films, judged by renowned juries, with awards including the coveted Gams trophy. Notable guests include Iris Berben, her son Oliver Berben, and other prominent figures from film, politics, and culture. The event underscores Kitzbühel's status as a cultural hub, blending its winter tourism appeal with a vibrant cinematic scene, and fostering international and regional film industry connections.