Locarno Film Festival: Transforming the Digital Experience with Magnolia CMS

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January 21, 2026 casestudy, case study, media

How does one of the world’s most prestigious film festivals manage a complex ecosystem of films, ticketing, and live voting without skipping a beat? 🎬✨

In this case study, discover how the Locarno Film Festival moved away from a fragmented "monolithic" system to a seamless, high-engagement platform powered by Magnolia CMS.

By partnering with Seidor, the festival successfully bridged the gap between their custom CRM and the public-facing website, automating data syncs and ensuring 100% stability—even during peak traffic spikes.

What we cover in this video:

  • The Challenge: Overcoming manual data entry and siloed systems.

  • The Solution: Implementing a custom middleware and Magnolia’s flexible architecture to centralize CRM, ticketing, and voting.

  • The Result: A redesigned user experience, zero downtime during high-stakes periods, and a stronger bond with cinema lovers worldwide.

Key Highlights: ✅ 100% stability during high-traffic festival windows. ✅ Complete automation of film and program data. ✅ Enhanced audience engagement through a new personal area and voting system.

Learn more about the Locarno Film Festival's digital evolution:

https://www.magnolia-cms.com/customers/case-study/locarno-filmfestival.html

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