‘My Friend the Porn Star,’ a Missing Thumb and an Absurd Pope Comedy: Quirky Films at Karlovy Vary

The Karlovy Vary International Film Festival (KVIFF) gets to fete a dual anniversary this year, thanks to its 60th edition in its 80th year. And it will, as is tradition, celebrate world premieres from around the world, new hidden gems just waiting to be discovered and highlights from the recent festival circuit.

But Central Europe’s biggest cinema party, running July 3-11, will also once again screen offbeat, edgy, sometimes even bizarre-sounding movies.So, lean back, get comfortable and buckle up for a wild ride as THR presents its look at some of the more unusual and outlandish-sounding films that KVIFF will unspool during its 2026 edition.

Black Money for White Nights (Cherni pari za beli noshti)Directors: Kristina Grozeva, Petar ValchanovSection: Crystal Globe Competition

‘Black Money for White Nights’ film still, courtesy of KVIFF

Courtesy of KVIFF