Karlovy Vary Announces Central Stage Projects and Book-to-screen Initiative

WHO:

Deadline - KVIFF Promises is part of the Karlovy Vary International Film Festival.

Variety - The initiative includes works-in-progress projects from Central Europe.

WHAT:

Deadline - Eleven upcoming titles have been selected for the KVIFF Central Stage showcase.

Variety - Eight books have been selected for the first edition of the Book-to-Screen initiative at KVIFF.

WHERE:

Deadline - The events are part of the Karlovy Vary International Film Festival, held in Karlovy Vary, Czech Republic.

WHEN:

Deadline - The first edition of the Book-to-Screen initiative is set to take place at KVIFF.

WHY:

Variety - The Book-to-Screen initiative aims to showcase books seeking film adaptation deals.

HOW:

Deadline - The KVIFF Central Stage showcase features selected films that are works-in-progress.

(UPDATED June 16, 2026 12:38 UTC)

The Karlovy Vary International Film Festival is set to feature eleven upcoming titles in its Central Stage showcase, highlighting works-in-progress from Central Europe. Additionally, the festival will launch its first edition of the Book-to-Screen initiative, which aims to showcase eight selected books that are seeking film adaptation deals. Both events will take place in Karlovy Vary, Czech Republic, as part of this renowned film festival.