Lund announces Méliès d’Argent winners 2026
The 2026 edition of Lund Fantastic Film Festival has come to a successful conclusion, celebrating fantastic cinema and bringing together films and audiences for another edition dedicated to the genre. As a member of the Méliès International Festivals Federation, the festival presented its Méliès d’argent awards for Best European Fantastic Genre Feature Film and Best European Fantastic Genre Short Film.
And the winner is…
Best European Fantastic Feature Film @ Lund 2026
The winner of the Méliès d’Argent Award for Best European Fantastic Genre Feature Film at Lund Fantastic Film Festival is Frost (Mraz) directed by Pavle Vučković (Serbia, North Macedonia, Montenegro, Croatia, 2026).
A rational, and emotionally distant female police detective investigates the disappearance of a girl in a region famous for black magic and pagan heritage. Her investigation gradually becomes a journey into a mythical world.
Méliès d’Argent Award Winner – Short Film @ Lund 2026
The winner of the Méliès d’Argent Award for Best European Fantastic Genre Short Film at Lund Fantastic Film Festival is Mom Says This, Dad Says That directed by LéaCati Vallier (Sweden, 2026).
8-year-old Milla’s “children’s shorts” have become an internet phenomenon through her parents’ constant posting. The stories are born from Milla’s nightmares, and after she finds a new stuffed animal, her inspiration vanishes. But her parents aren’t ready to give up their newfound fame and will do anything to bring the nightmares back to life.
The winners of the Méliès d’argent competitions will qualify for the Méliès d’or, the annual award celebrating European fantastic cinema.
Don’t forget to watch the MELIES D’ARGENT Special Programs on our Méliès Fantastic Hub!