Country: Malta

Direction Alex Camilleri

Cast Jesmark Scicluna · Michela Farrugia · David Scicluna Giusti · Frida Cauchi

Synopsis Luzzu (2021) follows Jesmark, a dedicated Maltese fisherman, as he grapples with a recent leak in his traditional wooden boat. Struggling to make ends meet, he finds his way of life and family heritage threatened by declining catches, a cutthroat...

Direction David Serge

Cast Mark Mifsud · Jason Tabone

Direction Ben Russell

Cast Giorgos Koureleas · Michael Grech · Joe Degiorgio · Marius Curmi

Direction Ramon Mizzi

Cast Charles Abela Mizzi · Elizabeth Eldridge · Philip Mizzi · Mariano Said

Synopsis In the End (S) (2009) follows the story of Pauls, a man isolated and trapped within his own desolate existence. Struggling to confront the harsh realities of his life, Pauls finds himself at a crossroads. His perspective is abruptly altered...

Direction Mario Azzopardi

Cast Marilena Borg · Charles Arrigo · Ray Camilleri · Karmen Azzopardi

Synopsis The Cage (1971) delves into the intricate web of political and religious extremism that gripped Malta during the tumultuous decade of the 1960s. The film offers a profound exploration of the societal tensions and ideological conflicts that shaped the island...

Direction Marcos Sastre

Cast Guillermo Romero

Synopsis Archipiélago (S) (2020) follows a journey through Malta as a traveler navigates the island during the tumultuous political demonstrations that took place in December 2019. The documentary captures the essence of the island's atmosphere during this period of unrest, offering...

Direction Louis Cuschieri

Cast Peter Borg · Frida Cauchi · Maria Farrugia · Ronald Saliba

Synopsis Qerq (2007) follows the journey of a young woman who, upon her release from a juvenile detention center, finds herself entangled with a notorious criminal organization. This gripping narrative delves into her struggles and the challenges she faces as she...

Direction Valerie Buhagiar

Cast Natascha McElhone · Michaela Farrugia · Steven Love · Richard Clarkin

Synopsis Carmen (2022) unfolds in a quaint Mediterranean village where the protagonist, Carmen, has dedicated her life to caring for her brother, the local priest. However, when the Church unexpectedly turns its back on Carmen, a series of events leads the...

Direction Abigail Mallia

Cast Analise Mifsud · Mark Doneo · Simone Spiteri · Simone Zammit

Synopsis Castillo (2024) follows Amanda as she reconnects with her mother following the passing of her father. In a shocking revelation, her mother confesses to having taken the lives of two individuals as retribution for the 1986 murder of her sister,...

Direction Sarah Portelli

Synopsis Cats of Malta (2023) delves into the vibrant world of the island's feline population, exploring the lives of stray cats and the unique culture that surrounds them. Through engaging conversations with local caretakers, artists, and volunteers, the documentary offers an...

Direction Charlie Cauchi

Synopsis From Malta to Motor City (2018) delves into the journey and experiences of Maltese migrants who have settled in Michigan, USA. The film offers a unique perspective on the Maltese community, highlighting their stories, challenges, and contributions to their new...

Direction Davide Ferrario

Cast Malcolm McDowell · Harvey Keitel · Tom Prior · Ian Virgo

Synopsis Blood on the Crown (2021) delves into the tumultuous events of 1919, when the people of Malta rose up against British rule in a fight for independence. The narrative unfolds as the British Army is dispatched to suppress the unrest,...

Direction Rebecca Cremona

Cast Susan Hanfield · Roman Marshanski · Jennifer Lee Weaver · Lauren Davis

Synopsis Magdalene (2009) unfolds in 1931 California, where the protagonist, Magdalene, was once a gifted concert pianist from humble beginnings. Now, she is a wealthy trophy wife who has lost her ability to play. Overwhelmed by her own sense of betrayal,...

Direction Kavar Singh

Cast Magnus Carlsen

Direction Basma Alsharif

Direction Sarah Portelli · Ivan Malekin

Cast Laura Petracco · Jacob Lefton · Jessica Sy · Alexandra Johansson

Synopsis After the Act (2025) follows the tumultuous journey of three friends in Berlin's bohemian scene as they grapple with the repercussions of a shocking revelation of infidelity over the course of a single day and night. As insensitive decisions are...

Direction Jameson Cucciardi

Cast Marysia S. Peres · Jean Carbonaro · Jeanine Scerri · Johnny Paliev

Synopsis The Informant (2024) is a gripping crime thriller that centers around Detective Thomas Borg, a troubled law enforcement officer consumed by his quest to solve a string of mysterious disappearances. His relentless pursuit is further complicated by the unexpected return...

Direction Rebecca Cremona

Cast Lotfi Abdelli · Jimi Busuttil · Sékouba Doucouré · Chrysander Agius

Synopsis Simshar (2014) follows the intertwining stories of Theo, a 12-year-old boy from a traditional fishing village, and Alex, a 32-year-old medic assigned to a migrant center on an island. Theo, despite his parents' wishes for him to pursue education, embarks...

Direction Matt Shapira

Cast David A.R. White · Steven Bauer · Jon Lovitz · Jeff Fahey

Synopsis Love on the Rock (2021) follows the journey of Colton Riggs, a former law enforcement officer from the Midwest who has retreated to a quiet life in Malta, running a charter boat business. His tranquil existence takes an unexpected turn...

Direction Alan Cassar

Cast Dominic Aquilina · Hector Bruno · Joe Demicoli · Marilena Gauci

Synopsis Maltageddon (2009) presents a world on the brink of disaster as a perilous comet hurtles towards Earth, endangering all of humanity. In response, the inept President (Hector Bruno) and the eccentric Captain Charles Casha Mula (Dominic Aquilina) devise a desperate...