Everyone's Sorry Nowadays

Everyone's Sorry Nowadays
International promotional poster
DutchTegenwoordig heet iedereen Sorry
Directed byFrederike Migom
Written byFrederike Migom
Produced by
  • Ivy Vanhaecke
Starring
  • Lisa Vanhemelrijck
  • Laurence Roothooft
  • Sachli Gholamalizad
  • Lewis Hannes
  • Lewis Gérard
CinematographyEsmoreit Lutters
Edited byChristine Houbiers
Music byFreya Arde
Production
companies
  • De Mensen
  • CALA Film Central
  • Juliet at Pupkin
Distributed byParadiso Filmed Entertainment
Release date
Running time
83 minutes
Countries
  • Belgium
  • Germany
  • Netherlands
LanguageDutch

Everyone's Sorry Nowadays (Dutch: Tegenwoordig heet iedereen Sorry) is a 2026 drama film written and directed by Frederike Migom. The film adapted from Bart Moeyaert’s novel of the same name, is a gentle story of finding your place and following your dreams.

The film had its world premiere at the Generation Kplus section of the 76th Berlin International Film Festival on 14 February 2026, where it was nominated for the Crystal Bear.

Synopsis

The film follows Bianca, a lively 13‑year‑old, who feels overlooked within her household. On an oppressive summer afternoon, a chance meeting with her idol, actress Billie King, sets her off on a path shaped by fantasy, emotional upheaval and personal growth. The experience ultimately encourages Bianca to assert herself and rebuild her relationship with her mother.

Cast

Release

Everyone's Sorry Nowadays had its world premiere in the Generation Kplus section of the 76th Berlin International Film Festival on 14 February 2026.

On 16 January 2026, the trailer and poster of the film were released and reported that LevelK boards has acquired the sales rights of the film.

The film was presented at the Kristiansand International Children's Film Festival on 21 April 2026 in Children's program.

In July 2026, it was showcased at the Giffoni Film Festival in Films in Competition. It was also screened at the 32nd Sarajevo Film Festival in Childrens' programme on 15 August 2026.

Accolades

Award Date of ceremony Category Recipient(s) Result Ref.
Berlin International Film Festival 22 February 2026 Crystal Bear for the Best Film in Generation Kplus Everyone's Sorry Nowadays Nominated

References

  1. ↑ Frederike Migom (17 December 2025). "Everyone's Sorry Nowadays". Cineuropa. Retrieved 16 January 2026.
  2. ↑ Vassilis Economou (17 December 2025). "The Berlinale announces the first Panorama and Generation titles for 2026". Cineuropa. Retrieved 16 January 2026.
  3. ↑ Goodfellow, Melanie (17 December 2025). "Berlinale Unveils First Titles For 2026 Edition". Deadline. Retrieved 16 January 2026.
  4. ↑ Abbatescianni, Davide (15 January 2026). "EXCLUSIVE: Trailer and poster for Berlinale Generation Kplus film Everyone's Sorry Nowadays are unveiled". Cineuropa. Retrieved 16 January 2026.
  5. ↑ Ben Dalton (15 January 2026). "LevelK boards sales on Frederike Migom's Berlin Generation Kplus title 'Everyone's Sorry Nowadays'". ScreenDaily. Retrieved 16 January 2026.
  6. ↑ "Everyone's Sorry Nowadays". Kristiansand International Children's Film Festival. 21 April 2026. Retrieved 10 July 2026.
  7. ↑ "Everyone's Sorry Nowadays". Giffoni Film Festival. 11 July 2026. Retrieved 11 August 2026.
  8. ↑ "The 32nd Sarajevo Film Festival brings a special program for young people in Tuzla". Sarajevo Film Festival. 23 July 2026. Retrieved 15 August 2026.
  9. ↑ Guy Lodge (21 February 2026). "Berlin Film Festival: İlker Çatak's 'Yellow Letters' Wins Golden Bear for Best Film, Sandra Hüller Wins Best Lead Performance (Full List of Winners)". Variety. Retrieved 22 February 2026.