Panama International Film Festival

The Panama International Film Festival (IFF Panama) has established itself as Central America's most significant film event and one of the most respected in Latin America. Typically held in April in Casco Viejo's theaters and cultural spaces, the festival presents a curated selection of over 100 films from around the world, with special emphasis on Latin American and Ibero-American cinema. Screenings take place in iconic venues like the National Theater, Centro Cultural España, and Teatro Anita Villalaz, turning the historic district into a cultural epicenter for a week. The program includes masterclasses with international directors and producers, industry panels, and a Panamanian short film competition that promotes local talent. Outdoor screenings in Casco Viejo's plazas create a magical atmosphere where cinema meets colonial architecture under tropical stars.