Hollywood Meets Mallorca: Steve Buscemi Comes to the Evolution Film Festival 2025

Steve Buscemi on Mallorca – a short thrill for film fans

The news immediately set off conversations in the cafés on our island: actor Steve Buscemi is expected at the Evolution Mallorca International Film Festival. Not a small detail — the man many know from Fargo, Reservoir Dogs and currently from the second season of Wednesday will be attending in person.

What exactly happens and when

The festival runs this year from October 21 to 29 and celebrates its 14th edition. For the opening on October 21 at the Congress Palace, Buscemi is scheduled to attend: he is to be presented with the Evolution Icon Award. For those who want to avoid the ticket machine at the box office: there are also screenings in smaller cinemas, including the familiar Rivoli, where on October 23 at 8:30 PM a new film with and by Buscemi will be shown. Title: "Psycho Therapy" — a thriller with dark humor in which he plays a serial killer who unwittingly works as a couples therapist. Sounds odd? It probably is.

Why this matters for Mallorca

A Hollywood name draws audiences, press and conversation into the streets of Palma. I can imagine how on a cool evening the pizzeria at the Plaça slowly fills up and people discuss the film talks. Festivals like this bring not only films, but also conversations, people and sometimes unexpected encounters to the city.

The program directors have announced that over 120 films will be shown — short films, documentaries and feature films from around the world. For film fans it is a compact week; for the curious, a great opportunity to see something new. Tickets can be secured online; those who hesitate at the box office risk missing out.

A small tip from someone who loves going to the cinema

If you plan to attend the Opening Night: arrive early. The line in front of the Congress Palace often starts half an hour before the event, and the flashlight-lit scene in the city is delightful. Pack a light scarf; the evenings are noticeably cooler now. And yes: take a seat, enjoy the film and the city life afterwards — Palma still has plenty of bars that stay open late after a screening.

Whether you are a Buscemi fan or simply curious — the combination of festival atmosphere, renowned guests and a little island idyll makes the week an event to remember. I, for one, plan to visit the Rivoli that evening. Maybe I'll see you there.