ABRACADABRA by Amay Mehrishi selected for Generation Kplus
London Film School (LFS) is proud to announce a significant presence at the 2026 Berlin International Film Festival (Berlinale), with student and alumni work represented across film selection, industry talent programmes, and special anniversary screenings.
Graduation film ABRACADABRA, written and directed by Amay Mehrishi, has been officially selected for the Generation Kplus section of Berlinale 2026. One of the world’s leading international film festivals, the Berlinale’s Generation programme showcases films of outstanding artistic quality that engage young audiences while offering thoughtful and innovative storytelling. ABRACADABRA’s selection places the film among a highly competitive international lineup.
Set over a single afternoon on a school bus ride home, ABRACADABRA follows 12-year-old Agastya as a small moment of rejection – when his best friend chooses to sit elsewhere – unfolds into a quiet exploration of identity, guilt, and self-doubt. As the journey progresses through the energy and chaos of childhood, a simple magic trick becomes a catalyst for confronting unspoken emotions and the pressure to belong. Tender and observant, the film captures the subtle ways children absorb the world’s expectations, even as they continue moving forward before they are ready.
In addition to the film’s selection, LFS is delighted to share that screenwriting student Nicole Woodford has been selected to take part in Berlinale Talents 2026, the festival’s prestigious development programme for emerging creatives. Filmmaking alumna Xenia Patricia has also been selected for Berlinale Talents, further highlighting the School’s strong representation within the festival’s industry-focused initiatives.
LFS alumni work will also be celebrated as part of the festival’s history. A Fantastic Woman, written by LFS screenwriting alumnus Gonzalo Maza and edited and shot by LFS alumni Soledad Salfate and Benjamín Echazarreta respectively, will screen at Berlinale 2026 as part of the 40th anniversary of the Teddy Award, recognising the film’s enduring cultural and cinematic impact.
Chris Auty, Director of London Film School, said: “We are incredibly proud to see London Film School so strongly represented at Berlinale 2026 – across film selection, talent development, and the celebration of landmark cinema. These achievements reflect the breadth of creative voices nurtured at LFS and our ongoing commitment to supporting filmmakers and screenwriters at every stage of their careers.”
Amay Mehrishi added: “It feels almost magical to be premiering ABRACADABRA at the 76th Berlin International Film Festival. To see audiences connect with a story drawn so closely from my own experiences is incredibly special. The film captures fleeting, unspoken emotions that shape identity, and its journey has only been possible thanks to the dedication of an incredible cast, crew, and the families who supported the project.”
London Film School congratulates Amay Mehrishi, Nicole Woodford, Xenia Patricia, Gonzalo Maza, and all those involved, and looks forward to celebrating their work at the 2026 Berlin International Film Festival.
Watch the trailer for ABRACADABRA here.
