ZFF for Schools offers an exciting cinematic program that promotes the understanding of cinematic language. The 21. Zurich Film Festival will feature screenings of carefully curated films from around the world complemented by a variety of educational offerings and discussions with film experts. To help process what has been seen in the classroom afterwards, we provide teaching materials that cover both cinematic language and social themes from the films.
Exclusive screenings for school classes
Also this year, teachers in the Zurich area have the opportunity to present the latest film gems from around the world to their school class. Ticket booking is only possible on the German-language site.
For Young Students: Eyes Open for Cinema!
After registering, you will receive preparatory materials from us that will allow you to give your students an initial introduction to cinematic language and film analysis. At the end of August, the ZFF team will also present a selection of festival films considered educationally valuable by the ZFF, via a video message.
The Zurich Film Festival will take place from September 25 to October 5, 2025.
During the festival, students will attend two films in groups of 3 to 4. One film will be chosen individually based on each student’s personal interests, while the second film will be selected collectively by the entire class to create a common basis for subsequent discussion. Students will complete an observation task related to these films, which is included in the preparatory materials.
After the fall break (weeks 43/44), the ZFF team will visit your class in person. Together, we will discuss the films, reflect on the observation tasks, and provide insights into the film industry.
The offer includes preparatory teaching materials, festival admission tickets, and a double lesson for follow-up in the classroom. The total cost is CHF 500.– and will be invoiced directly after registration.
All students must be at least 16 years old. Only the 10 to 15 films selected by the ZFF are eligible for the cinema visits.
Schools are welcome to discuss individual adjustments to the programme with the ZFF. For further information and registration, please contact Yvonne Augustin at [email protected].
