As the first feature film festival in Rhineland-Palatinate, "FILMZ – Festival of German Cinema" has been presenting current German-language productions from Germany, Austria, and Switzerland every year since 2001. What began as a relatively small event has since developed into a permanent institution within the supraregional cultural landscape.

In addition to a feature film and short film competition, FILMZ has also been organizing competitions in the documentary and medium-length film sections since 2010. FILMZ also brings young film productions from the region to the big screen in its Local Short Films competition.

FILMZ is a festival organized entirely by volunteers.

Founded: 2001
Register of associations: VR 3639