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UBIFF-2026 Programs

UBIFF-2026 Programs

UBIFF-2026 Programs

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International Film Section

International Film Section

The International Film Section of UBIFF features acclaimed films from top global festivals, highlighting diverse cultures and cinematic voices. It connects Mongolian audiences with world cinema, fosters creative exchange, and strengthens ties between international filmmakers and Mongolia’s film industry.

FJORDFJORD
Director:
Cristian Mungiu
Runtime:
146 min
Released:
2026
Country:
Romania, France, Norway, Denmark, Finland, Sweden
Genre:
Drama, Legal thriller
  • 10.16 · 19:00· Skywing Cinema
  • 10.19 · 21:00· Tengis Cinema
WE ARE ALIENSWE ARE ALIENS
Director:
Kadowaki Kohei
Runtime:
117 min
Released:
2026
Country:
Japan, France
Genre:
Animation, Crime, Drama
  • 10.17 · 19:00· Tengis Cinema
PRIMAVERAPRIMAVERA
Director:
Damiano Michieletto
Runtime:
110 min
Released:
2025
Country:
Italy, France
Genre:
Music, History, Drama
  • 10.17 · 21:25· Tengis Cinema
ROSEROSE
Director:
Markus Schleinzer
Runtime:
93 min
Released:
2026
Country:
Austria, Germany
Genre:
Drama
  • 10.18 · 19:00· Tengis Cinema
A GIRL UNKNOWNA GIRL UNKNOWN
Director:
Zou Jing
Runtime:
128 min
Released:
2026
Country:
China, France
Genre:
Drama
  • 10.18 · 21:10· Tengis Cinema
FATHERLANDFATHERLAND
Director:
Pawel Pawlikowski
Runtime:
82 min
Released:
2026
Country:
Poland, Germany, Italy, France
Genre:
Drama, History
  • 10.19 · 19:00· Tengis Cinema
PARALLEL TALESPARALLEL TALES
Director:
Asghar Farhadi
Runtime:
139 min
Released:
2026
Country:
France, Belgium, Italy
Genre:
Drama, Mystery
  • 10.20 · 19:00· Tengis Cinema
ALL THE LOVERS IN THE NIGHTALL THE LOVERS IN THE NIGHT
Director:
Sode Yukiko
Runtime:
139 min
Released:
2026
Country:
Japan
Genre:
Romance, Drama
  • 10.20 · 22:00· Tengis Cinema

Documentary Film Section

Documentary Film Section

The Documentary Film Section of UBIFF highlights powerful non-fiction storytelling from Mongolia and abroad. It features thought-provoking works that explore social, cultural, and environmental issues, offering audiences fresh perspectives and fostering dialogue through real-life narratives and cinematic craftsmanship.

WE HAVE TO SURVIVEWE HAVE TO SURVIVE
Director:
Tomáš Krupa
Runtime:
102 min
Released:
2026
Country:
Slovakia, France, Austria
Genre:
Documentary
  • 10.21 · 14:00· Tengis Cinema
THE BEAUTY OF ERRORSTHE BEAUTY OF ERRORS
Director:
Jukka Kärkkäinen
Runtime:
94 min
Released:
2026
Country:
Finland, Sweden, Norway
Genre:
Documentary
  • 10.21 · 19:00· Tengis Cinema
Director:
Biljana Tutorov, Petar Glomazić
Runtime:
105 min
Released:
2026
Country:
Serbia, France, Montenegro, Slovenia, Croatia
Genre:
Documentary
  • 10.21 · 21:10· Tengis Cinema

New Horizon Program

New Horizon Program

The New Horizon Program Section of UBIFF explores Mongolia’s cinematic legacy and future. It features restored classics, archival exhibitions, and bold new works—bridging generations and inspiring dialogue between traditional storytelling and contemporary film innovation.

PRECIOUS ONEPRECIOUS ONE
Director:
Nyamgavaa Ichinkhorloo (1950–2026)
Runtime:
86 min
Released:
1986
Country:
Mongolia
Genre:
Drama
  • 10.17 · 14:00· Tengis Cinema
FIVE FINGERS OF A HANDFIVE FINGERS OF A HAND
Director:
Nyamgavaa Ichinkhorloo (1950–2026)
Runtime:
96 min
Released:
1982
Country:
Mongolia
Genre:
Drama
  • 10.17 · 16:30· Tengis Cinema

Mongolian Film Section

Mongolian Film Section

The Mongolian Film Section of UBIFF showcases the country’s finest contemporary cinema. Featuring competitive selections, premieres, and award contenders, it celebrates Mongolian storytelling, supports local filmmakers, and highlights the evolving voice of national cinema on an international stage.

THE FAR GOBITHE FAR GOBI
Director:
Urantuya Otgonbaatar
Runtime:
100 min
Released:
2026
Country:
Mongolia
Genre:
Drama
  • 10.18 · 13:30· Tengis Cinema
Director:
Sengedorj Janchivdorj
Runtime:
116 min
Released:
2026
Country:
Mongolia
Genre:
Drama
  • 10.18 · 16:00· Tengis Cinema
COLORS OF WHITE ROCKCOLORS OF WHITE ROCK
Director:
Khoroldorj Choijoovanchig
Runtime:
83 min
Released:
2026
Country:
Mongolia
Genre:
Drama
  • 10.19 · 16:30· Tengis Cienam
PUBLIC ENEMYPUBLIC ENEMY
Director:
Garamkhand Bayanjargal
Runtime:
123 min
Released:
2026
Country:
Mongolia
Genre:
Drama, Crime
  • 10.20 · 16:00· Tengis Cinema
THE UNOPENED LETTERTHE UNOPENED LETTER
Director:
Batdelger Byambasuren
Runtime:
111 min
Released:
2026
Country:
Mongolia
Genre:
Drama
  • 10.21 · 16:35· Tengis Cinema