Three free outdoor movie nights at a lively, historical square: can you imagine yourself sitting there already? If so, make sure to free your calendar on June 5, 6 and 7 for the 2025 edition of the LIFF Summer Special at Pieterskerkplein in Leiden! Whether you come with friends, family, or on your own: good films, a unique location, and a pleasant atmosphere are guaranteed.
Practical Information
Admission: Free entrance
Starting time: 10.30pm, when the sun has set
Location: Pieterskerkplein, Leiden
Dates: Thursday 5, Friday 6 and Saturday 7 June, 2025
2025 Program
Thursday, June 5
To Be or Not to Be
(1942, dir. Ernst Lubitsch)
This bold dark comedy from 1942 centers around an acting troupe in Nazi-occupied Warsaw. Using their acting talents and clever disguises, they undermine the occupier over and over again. To this day, director Ernst Lubitsch is widely hailed for his effortless mingling of humor and drama: you won’t encounter a better mix of ridiculous comedy and grim reality anytime soon.
Subtitles: Dutch
Friday, June 6
Bob Trevino Likes It
(2024, dir. Tracie Laymon)
Can a Facebook connection change your life? When Lily Trevino (Barbie Ferreira) looks up her self-centered dad on Facebook, she encounters another man with the same name: could this be the Bob Trevino (John Leguizamo) she needs in her life? This heartwarming American Indie won the Grand Jury Award at SXSW. It’ll be released in Dutch cinemas on August 7, but will have its Dutch premiere during the LIFF Summer Special on June 6.
No subtitles
Saturday, June 7
Crouching Tiger, Hidden Dragon
(2000, dir. Ang Lee)
Exactly 25 years ago, director Ang Lee blew everyone away with this legendary wuxia martial arts film: the perfect reason for an anniversary screening! Experience the thrilling story of two exceptional warriors who face their biggest challenge yet when an important sword is stolen…
Subtitles: English
Previous Editions
