60 Years of Hof International Film Festival: Three Exhibitions Celebrate the Anniversary
Three exhibitions at different locations across the city explore the special connection between film, design, photography and memory. From historic film posters and six decades of festival history to the theatre photography of Ruth Walz, the exhibitions demonstrate just how diverse the world surrounding the silver screen can be.
“The exhibitions embody what Hof has always stood for: curiosity, openness and the desire to create and discover new things together.” Thorsten Schaumann, HoF IFF Artistic Director
60 Years of Home of Films
The focus is on the posters for the Hof Film Festival. Over more than six decades, the posters promoted the festival and created a visual archive of Hof’s film history. For film enthusiasts, they offer an opportunity to rediscover personal favorite designs and relive memories of special festival moments.
- Location: Freiheitshalle Hof, Kulmbacher Straße 4, 95030 Hof
- Opening: Friday, 18 September 2026 at 5:30 p.m.
- Opening hours: from 21 September to 30 October 2026, Monday to Friday from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m., as well as by prior arrangement. Admission is free.
Theater Through a Lens – The Photographer Ruth Walz
For five decades, photographer Ruth Walz has documented events on and behind the stages of European theatres. Her photographs do more than capture productions: they tell stories of actors, directors, stage spaces and the special moments in which theatre comes to life.
The exhibition was conceived by director Thomas Ladenburger, whose documentary about Ruth Walz will celebrate its world premiere at the 60th Hof International Film Festival. At the exhibition opening on 18 September 2026, Ladenburger will personally introduce visitors to the photographer’s world and her work.
- Location: Theatre Hof, Kulmbacher Straße 5, Hof
- Opening: Friday, 18 September 2026 at 6:30 p.m.
- Opening hours: from 18 September to 29 October 2026, accessible on performance days from one hour before the start of each performance. Admission is free.
Film Art on Paper – Iconic Posters from the Hof Film Festival
At the Klostergalerie of Diakonie Hochfranken, the exhibition “Film Art on Paper – Iconic Posters from the Hof Film Festival” presents an exceptional selection of original film posters from the archive of the HoF IFF Friends Association.
From major classics such as Wings of Desire by Wim Wenders and Miller’s Crossing by the Coen brothers to cinematic discoveries that are barely known today, the exhibition brings together significant film titles and outstanding poster art.
- Location: Klostergalerie of Diakonie Hochfranken, Klostertor 2, Hof
- Opening: Tuesday, 22 September 2026 at 5 p.m.
- Opening hours: from 23 September to 13 November 2026, during Diakonie’s hours of operation. Admission is free.
