The Evangelical Academy Frankfurt offers events in various formats in which topics of current and fundamental relevance are presented and discussed. It sees itself as an educational institution that reflects on social, political, economic, cultural and religious developments and is open to people from all areas of society. It aims to contribute to the democratisation of society and the development of Protestant perspectives. It has been in existence since 2017 and emerged from a fusion of the Evangelische Akademie Arnoldshain and the Evangelische Stadtakademie Römer 9. The Academy's programme also includes film events.

Evangelische Akademie Frankfurt, Römerberg 9, 60311 Frankfurt (Germany)

Current issues

Following the promising nominations, the Oscar ceremony felt like a disappointment. For the first time, the Academy had nominated international films such as “Sentimental Value” from Norway and “Secret Agent” from Brazil in the Best Picture category. Yet in the end, it was American productions that walked away with all the awards.
Film director Selma Vilhunen has won the Church Media Foundation’s 2026 prize for her documentary film 'Gate to Paradise' (Portti Paratiisiin).

Dossier

The lists in this dossier summarize the church film awards of past years.

Events

16.02.2025
Haus der EKD, Charlottenstraße 53/54, 10117 Berlin