The International Filmfestival Mannheim-Heidelberg (IFFMH), often referred to as the Mannheim Film Festival, is an annual film festival established in 1952 and hosted jointly by the cities of Mannheim and Heidelberg in Baden-Württemberg, Germany. It is recognized as the second-oldest film festival in Germany, behind only the Berlinale. The festival focuses on arthouse and auteur cinema, specifically showcasing films by international newcomer directors. Historically, it has served as a springboard for many experimental filmmakers and has introduced early works of now-renowned directors such as Jim Jarmusch and Lars von Trier to an international audience. The IFFMH attracts approximately 300 industry professionals and 50,000 visitors each year, making it one of the largest film festivals in Germany. Films selected for the international competition must be premieres and are typically excluded if they have been screened at major festivals like Cannes, Locarno, Venice, or any other German festival.