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The Brest European Short Film Festival runs from November 10 to 15, 2026. European, French and Brittany competitions, off-programs, retrospective, meetings and screenings for young audiences, discover the films selected for this 41th edition!

The Festival is a space for artistic freedom; here are a few tips to help you enjoy it to the fullest:

Marked in green on the schedule: Screenings specifically tailored for young audiences, with the recommended minimum age indicated.

The rest of the program is generally intended for a “mature” audience. Generally for ages 14 and up, unless otherwise noted: some screenings include a content warning (!) while others are family-friendly for ages 10 and up (*)

For audience members who would like details on sensitive topics featured in the films, you can now refer to the Trigger Warning.

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Sauna Sickness

Malin Barr

Suède / 15' / 2026

Screenplay : Malin Barr

Image : Malin Gutke

Editing : Linda Jildmalm

Actors : Thea Sofie Loch Næss, Adam Lundgren, Magnus Krepper, Sanna Krepper

Production company : Malin Barr

Cédant aux souhaits de son petit ami, Cleo accepte de passer un réveillon romantique du Nouvel An dans le chalet isolé de montagne de sa mère. Mais lorsqu’ils se retrouvent accidentellement enfermés dehors après un moment d’amour dans le sauna, Tobias se retourne immédiatement contre elle, plongeant Cleo dans une nuit semée de pièges émotionnels.

Locked out on a freezing New Year's night following a sauna mishap, Cleo is forced to confront the chilling truth about her relationship.

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