On the Friday and Saturday evenings, in addition to the main film schedule, the festival features a series of local DJs and live musicians who will offer performances both before and after the film presentations. On Saturday at 7pm, Kinemastik welcomes Maltese electronic artist JOON, with later performances by Les Nuits Cosmiques, Dean Weangrow, Nigel Baldacchino and Campbell Reid following the evening’s film programme.

The weekend is an annual event organised by Kinemastik, an NGO which works to promote local filmmakers as well as offering masterclasses and workshops with industry professionals throughout the year. The event is well-known in Malta for the high quality and original nature of works presented, and for its unique place in Malta’s thriving arts scene.