Film Evenings at Prešeren Square

Summer evenings in Koper will once again come alive with films under the stars. Prešeren Square will host the return of the Film Evenings series, transforming one of the city's most beautiful squares into a free open-air cinema from 12 July to 16 August.

Visitors can look forward to a carefully curated programme of classic films and contemporary favourites from around the world, promising evenings filled with laughter, emotion, and unforgettable stories.

The unique charm of the Film Evenings at Prešeren Square lies in the vibrant atmosphere of Koper's historic town centre. Before the screening or while enjoying the evening, visitors can savour a selection of delicious food and refreshing summer drinks at the welcoming café terraces of nearby venues, which will extend onto the square especially for the occasion.

The cinematic experience begins long before the opening scene—with relaxed conversation, a refreshing drink, and the flavours created by local cafés and restaurants, setting the perfect mood for a memorable summer night under the stars.

Can't Wait for Sunday! (Vivement dimanche!)

Sunday, 12 July 2026, 9:30 p.m.

Directed by François Truffaut, 1983, France, 110 min

Comedy / Crime

When his wife and her lover are found murdered, real estate agent Julien Vercel becomes the police's prime suspect. To avoid imprisonment, he asks his loyal secretary, Barbara, to investigate the case. Secretly in love with her boss for years, Barbara is determined to prove his innocence and uncover the truth. Assuming the role of an amateur detective, she soon unearths a series of shocking revelations about Julien's late wife.

A witty crime comedy brimming with twists and hidden secrets, the film soars on the strength of François Truffaut's light and elegant direction, its beautiful black-and-white cinematography, Jean-Louis Trintignant's wonderfully high-strung performance, and an unforgettable Fanny Ardant.

One More Round (Le città di pianura)

Sunday, 19 July 2026 at 9:30 pm

Directed by Francesco Sossai, 2025, Italy, 100 min

Comedy / Drama

Carlobianchi and Doriano, two penniless men in their fifties who live by the motto "never turn down one last drink," meet Giulio, a shy architecture student still searching for his place in the world. A chance encounter turns into a chaotic journey across the Venetian plains, where dubious advice, hangovers, and an unexpected friendship transform Giulio's outlook on life and love.

SMOKING CAUSES COUGHING (Fumer fait tousser)

Sunday, 2 August 2026 at 9:00 pm

Directed by Quentin Dupieux, 2022, France, 77 min

Comedy / Fantasy

A team of superheroes who harness the harmful energy of tobacco to battle evil embarks on a mandatory week-long team-building retreat after an epic showdown with a giant turtle, hoping to strengthen their team spirit before returning to save the world.

The latest adventure from France's master of cinematic absurdity, Quentin Dupieux, is a wildly entertaining, delightfully unpredictable, and gloriously offbeat tribute to classic superhero television series.

EVERYTHING EVERYWHERE ALL AT ONCE

Sunday, 9 August 2026 at 9:00 pm

Directed by Daniel Kwan and Daniel Scheinert, 2022, USA, 139 min

Comedy / Fantasy

Evelyn Wang is an overwhelmed owner of a struggling laundromat. Her father's health is failing, her husband Waymond is serving her with divorce papers, and her daughter Joy is deeply disappointed with life. As if that were not enough, the relentless tax auditor Deirdre is also making things more difficult.

Just as Evelyn makes one last attempt to save her business, Waymond's body is suddenly taken over by a version of himself from one of the nearly infinite alternate realities. He tells her that she is the only person who can save the multiverse from a threat that is destroying reality itself.

But even while she battles to save all existence, Evelyn still has to find a way to pay her taxes...

BROKER (Beurokeo)

Sunday, 16 August 2026 at 9:00 pm

Directed by Hirokazu Kore-eda, 2022, South Korea, 129 min

Comedy / Drama

Sang-hyun is the owner of a struggling laundromat, constantly weighed down by debt. Dong-soo works at a church that cares for abandoned children. One rainy night, the two men secretly take away a baby boy who has been left by his young mother at a baby box.

The next day, however, the child's mother unexpectedly returns. From a distance, two detectives are watching their every move...

Broker is a warm and moving road movie about five people brought together by chance when an abandoned child sets them on an unexpected journey.

An open urban space, pleasant summer evenings, and the unique setting of a historic square create a special atmosphere, turning every screening into an unforgettable experience for locals and visitors of all generations.