“Between Shadow and Light”: The Romanian Film Festival in Minnesota Starts Soon

Step into the rich world of contemporary Romanian cinema at the Romanian Film Festival 2025: Between Shadow and Light. Hosted at the Landmark Center in St. Paul, this annual celebration brings some of the most compelling and critically acclaimed Romanian films to Minnesota.

Organized by the Heritage Organization of Romanian Americans in Minnesota, in partnership with the Romanian Cultural Institute, the festival showcases bold storytelling, emotional depth, and the distinctive artistry that has placed Romanian cinema on the world map. The program invites audiences to explore a selection of films that challenge conventions and illuminate the complexity of the human experience.

Join us for a weekend of outstanding cinema—free screenings, English subtitles, and stories that linger long after the final frame.

Festival Schedule

Saturday, November 15

11:00 AM – Anul Nou care n-a fost / The New Year That Never Came (dir. Bogdan Mureșanu, 2024)