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Internationale Kurzfilmwoche Regensburg

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The International Short Film Week Regensburg was founded in 1994 by Arbeitskreis Film e.V. as a nonprofit festival and screens approximately 250 short films over eleven days each March in the charming cinemas of the Old Town. The program centers on four competitions: the International Competition, the German Competition, the Architecture Film Competition (international), and the Regional Competition. Live-action, documentary, animation, experimental film, and hybrid formats are presented on an equal footing. The special program typically consists of various themed programs as well as a country focus, masterclasses and talks, a late-night section, film programs for children, live events, and interdisciplinary formats.

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Published: 28 Sep 2026
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Festival Cine Mediterráneo- Ficsem

Deadline: 04 Oct 2026

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FICSEM Festival, in the Mediterranean area.


For major reasons, and having been immersed in a situation in which we have all been affected, we have decided to adapt to the current situation, and give a new focus to our festival. Maintaining the enthusiasm and passion we feel for the artistic world.


Our festival is aimed at the dissemination and promotion of film authors related to topics of social and/or ecological value.


Because we believe in the power of art as a transformative medium, our contribution from this festival is to give visibility to projects that address environmental and social changes in which we are immersed. We are an international festival because we understand the world beyond barriers, and because we are moved by the need to get to know other cultures [...]

 Fiction  Documentary  Animation  Fantastic  Terror  Other  Experimental



Torrevieja, Spain



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Published: 28 Sep 2026
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The Neighbor Cinema International Film Festival

Deadline: 15 Oct 2026

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Neighbor Cinema International Film Festival is a Turkey-based short film festival dedicated to bold storytelling and new cinematic voices, with a particular focus on women-driven narratives and socially engaged cinema.

The name itself reflects the festival’s vision of creating a space where stories from different cultures, identities, and communities connect and engage in dialogue across borders.

The festival presents a curated selection of international fiction and documentary shorts that explore identity, gender, and contemporary social realities. Alongside its main program, the festival features dedicated sections that highlight emerging and evolving forms of storytelling:

Women Focus – spotlighting films by women filmmakers and women-centered narratives
Student Films – [...]

 Fiction  Documentary  Animation  Fantastic  Terror  Other  Experimental



Istanbul , Turkey



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Logo of NUMIAA AFRO STREAMING FESTIVAL
Published: 27 Sep 2026
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NUMIAA AFRO STREAMING FESTIVAL

Deadline: 04 Jan 2027

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NUMIAA AFRO STREAMING FESTIVAL 2027
Montreal, Canada — February 1 & 27, 2027 · Online on numiaa.ca — February 1–27, 2027
Independent Afro Cinema and Music — Montreal, Canada

A Canadian festival celebrating independent Afro cinema and music from Africa, the diasporas and the world. Organized in Montreal by Numiaa Inc. in February 2027, during Black History Month, the festival streams its selection on numiaa.ca.

Three in-person events will be held in Montreal, all broadcast live on numiaa.ca and on the festival's social media:
• January 16, 2027 — Official selection announcement
• February 1, 2027 — Opening ceremony
• February 27, 2027 — Closing and awards ceremony

THE COMPETITION
Filmmakers, musicians and screenwriters compete for the festival's official awards:
• The Numiaa [...]

 Fiction  Documentary  Animation  Fantastic  Terror  Other  Experimental  Music Video



Montréal, Canada



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Logo of Cinematic Luxe Indie Showcase - Fall Fest 26
Published: 26 Sep 2026
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Cinematic Luxe Indie Showcase - Fall Fest 26

Deadline: 21 Nov 2026

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$0 Festival Entry Fee • International • 100% Digital • No Premiere Requirement

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Cinematic Luxe Indie Showcase — Fall Fest 26 is a 100% digital, international celebration built to give independent filmmakers more opportunities to have their work seen, discovered, discussed, and recognized. Running November 27–December 9, 2026, Fall Fest 26 brings filmmakers and audiences from around the world together for digital screenings, audience participation, filmmaker recognition, creative awards, community interaction, and the Weekly Cinematic Spotlight.

Our philosophy is simple: independent films deserve more than a submission confirmation they deserve a real opportunity to be seen. Every accepted project receives a digital screening [...]

 Fiction  Documentary  Animation  Fantastic  Terror  Other  Experimental  Music Video



Cincinnati, United States



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Logo of Bristol Independent Film Festival
Published: 25 Sep 2026
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Bristol Independent Film Festival

Deadline: 21 May 2027

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Join One of the World’s Leading IMDb-Qualifying Film Festivals!

Welcome to the Bristol Independent Film Festival (BIFF)- one of the UK’s fastest-growing and most dynamic platforms for global cinema!

Since our launch in 2017, BIFF has received submissions from over 160 countries, making us a truly international festival. Our screenings take place at the Bristol Megascreen, a 300-seat cinema, over a 3-day period, providing filmmakers with a premier venue to showcase their work to a large and engaged audience. Our mission is to support and celebrate filmmakers through diverse awards and industry recognition.

Why Submit to BIFF?

- A Thriving Community: BIFF fosters a creative space for filmmakers to connect, collaborate, and celebrate their craft.

- Networking Opportunities: [...]

 Fiction  Documentary  Animation  Fantastic  Terror  Other  Experimental  Music Video



Bristol, United Kingdom



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Logo of Festimatge 2027 TORRETES TROPHY SHORT FILM
Published: 24 Sep 2026
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Festimatge - Festival De La Imagen De Calella

Deadline: 27 Nov 2026

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The TROFEU TORRETES DE CURTMETRATGES DE CALELLA is an international short film festival covering
fiction, animation, and documentary/reportage (non-fiction).

The official selection is based on artistic and technical criteria, including independent and amateur filmmaking.

The festival is organized by FESTIMATGE Calella, produced by the local non-profit cultural organization FOTO-FILM CALELLA.

 Fiction  Documentary  Animation  Fantastic  Terror  Other  Experimental  Music Video



Calella, Spain



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Logo of El Día Más Corto [ED+C] 2026
Published: 24 Sep 2026
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El Día Más Corto [ED+C] 2026

Deadline: 16 Oct 2026

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 Fiction  Documentary  Animation  Fantastic  Terror  Other  Experimental  Music Video



Alicante, Spain



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Logo of Digital Griffix Awards
Published: 24 Sep 2026
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Digital Griffix Awards

Deadline: 20 May 2027

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The Digital Griffix Film Awards is an international film festival based in Quebec, Canada, dedicated to discovering, recognizing, and promoting independent filmmakers from around the world.

Founded by Digital Griffix, a company with a background in visual effects, animation, and digital production, the festival was created with a strong appreciation for both the creative and technical work behind filmmaking.

We welcome films from emerging and established filmmakers across a wide range of genres and formats, including narrative films, documentaries, animation, experimental projects, web series, student films, and more.

Throughout the season, selected projects compete in multiple categories recognizing directing, acting, cinematography, editing, screenwriting, music, sound, [...]

 Fiction  Documentary  Animation  Fantastic  Terror  Other  Experimental  Music Video



Saint-Jean sur Richelieu, Canada



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Published: 24 Sep 2026
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Castrovillari Film Festival

Deadline: 20 Jul 2027

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Short film festival

Castrovillari Film Festival (CVFF) - International Auteur Short Film Festival is an international festival in Southern Italy dedicated to radical cinema of research, visionary auteur-driven works, and bold aesthetic exploration.

We champion cinema as an evolving art form: uncompromising narratives, hybrid languages, formal audacity, and personal artistic visions that challenge conventional storytelling.

KEY HIGHLIGHTS & AWARDS

$1,000 Cash Prizes (Grand Jury Prize & Best Short Film) + Official Trophies & Laurels.

No Premiere Policy: all genres eligible (Fiction, Doc, Animation, Experimental, Music Video) up to 30 minutes, including films already available online.

Live 4K Open-Air Screenings: theatrical presentation inside the historic Castello Aragonese, between the old [...]

 Fiction  Documentary  Animation  Fantastic  Terror  Other  Experimental  Music Video



Castovillari, Italy



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Logo of Aswan International Women Film Festival
Published: 23 Sep 2026
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Aswan International Women Film Festival مهرجان أسوان الدولي لأفلام المرأة

Deadline: 20 Dec 2026

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Aswan International Women Film Festival (est. 2017) is the first annual Egyptian film festival that focuses on cinematic works representing women’s issues, celebrating their success stories and supporting female filmmakers in Egypt and the MENA.

AIWFF is also the first festival with a specialized program of filmmaking workshops for the youth in the area, bringing the educational opportunities and skills needed to Aswan, under the hands of leading professionals in the industry.

Not only is Egypt’s Aswan Governorate the farthest point of civilization from the capital, it also holds monumental importance and impact on the country’s cultural and historical significance. The festival’s program, including all seminars and screenings, is open to the general public of Aswan and south [...]

 Fiction  Documentary  Animation  Fantastic  Terror  Other  Experimental  Music Video



ASWAN, Egypt



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