Ninxs di Kani Lapuerta - Festa del Cinema in Libertà 2026

**Niñxs** *by Kani Lapuerta* (Documentary) - (original version with Italian subtitles)
From the magical Tepoztlán, Mexico, fifteen-year-old Karla guides the viewer through her journey of self-discovery, confronting the joys and uncertainties of adolescence as well as the gender prejudices of society. Eight years of filming create a sweet and brave portrait of growth, transgender identity, and resilience.
*👉 Curated by Scomodo*

**PROGRAM FOR THE CINEMA FESTIVAL IN FREEDOM**
On June 16, 2026, L'ARMATA BRANCALEONE reopens the doors of the ExpostModerno arena for the summer, where the **FESTA DEL CINEMA IN LIBERTÀ 2026** will take place.
During the festival, feature films and short films for young people and adults will be presented, and numerous meetings between authors and the audience will be organized. Everything will be structured in a series of weekly events that will accompany you throughout the summer, until approximately mid-September.
This is an experiment of a participatory review that brings together various associations and more, creating a series of screenings for everyone… yes, for everyone: even your little ones are included. The arena is also pet-friendly!
We, the volunteers, will be in the arena to welcome you along with the many organizations that have chosen to collaborate with us:
* @lascatolablu #gruppolbm #ondocks @periferieanimate @sinapsiproduzionipartecipate @spinebookstore @nazra_filmfestival_bari @kreact.aps @futuro_arcaico_archivio @chinaly.press @generazioneurbana @nonchiamatecimuse @chiosco_mimmo_bucci @fridaysforfuture_bari @lascuolaopensource @sosmediterranee_bari @laredazionebari @spliffestival @improfficina #alchimiafotonarrativa #gruppoinformalelucetralerighe @libreria101 @svoltastorie*

During various meetings, you will find some stalls courtesy of Spine Bookstore, Libreria 101, Svoltastorie, and many others.

If you want to set up your own stall, please contact us!
Follow the updates on #cinemainlibertà2026

We look forward to seeing many of you!

Illustration by @Alice Barberini
Graphic Project by @Paola Panza
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**CONTRIBUTIONS**
For all events, we always recommend a minimum contribution of 3 euros to make our/your cinema even more beautiful. For some evenings, there might be specific conditions indicated under the various events.
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**LOTTERY**
Starting this year, you can participate in our lottery to win monthly subscriptions to WeShort, a subscription to the Cineforum magazine, and two pizzas from Mago della Pizza.
The cost to participate is 2 euros per ticket.
The drawing will take place at the end of the Festa del Cinema in Libertà.
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**CONVENTIONS CARD**
To access all events at the ExpostModerno arena in 2026, it is necessary to subscribe to the special FIC - Federazione Italiana Cineforum Card, for a cost of 5 euros, which will provide a range of benefits and conventions:
- Cinema Splendor: reduced ticket to 4.50 euros from Monday to Friday, except holidays;
- 5% discounts at Spine Bookstore, Libreria 101, Svoltastorie, Prinz Zaum, Neverland, Libreria Piccinni 100, and many other activities;
- credentials for various festivals: Mostra Internazionale D’Arte Cinematografica, Il Cinema Ritrovato di Bologna, Festa Del Cinema di Roma, Visioni Fantastiche, Ravenna Nightmare Film Fest, Tff – Torino Film Festival, Bfm – Bergamo Film Meeting, Lucca Film Festival, and Europa Cinema.
N.B.: You can reserve your card at the following link: https://forms.gle/gJN9mRnr5X4zbATcA
By filling out the form, you also simplify the access procedure to the arena.
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**SIGN THE PETITION**
We renew the commitment for the ExpostModerno Arena.
If you are one of the 10,000 spectators, friends, volunteers who have frequented the ExpostModerno Arena in the last 10 years, if you believe in the value of public cultural spaces, if you think that the Libertà neighborhood deserves to continue to be a key player in the city's cultural life: sign this petition and share it. Your signature counts: https://c.org/CHxrjtP7kY
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ExpostModerno Arena
Via Napoli, 264 - Bari
Doors open at 8:30 PM
Web: beacons.ai/expostmoderno