The Zurich Film Festival kicks off its 20th edition Thursday with a lineup of new European discoveries, some of the most acclaimed films of the year, a new center and wide-ranging industry forum.

Events at this year's festival, which will run from Sept. 7 to 17, include a tour of sustainable chocolate factories in Zurich, a cheese-making workshop and a cooking class on plant-based street food.

Christian Jungen and key partners acquire ZFF from NZZ Group, aiming to position it among Europe’s top-tier film festivals.