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FIDBA International Documentary Film Festival

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In recent decades, and at one time to the emergence of new technologies that have ended up scanning most of the processes of the film, the documentary has known a notorious and systematic growth around the world. In our country, and for more than one decade, a production before linked almost exclusively to fiction has been swelling their ranks with new topics, new approaches, new geographies, new dilemmas.

It is in this context that FIDBA is proposed as the 1st. International Film Festival dedicated to this genre which films with the same fans - as long as we believe that the forms and the doings of the documentary film are different from those of the fiction - may meet and dialogue among them and with the public. If the documentary is a meeting point for the FIDBA, it is [...]



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Published: 29 Oct 2026
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XVII Montevideo Fantastic Film Festival

Deadline: 08 Feb 2027

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Montevideo Fantastic Film Festival is the first Uruguayan festival dedicated to promoting national and international film productions related to horror, fantasy and science fiction genres. Its objective is to annually present independent and ultra-independent creations that are often considered "minor", and that hardly access commercial and cultural circuits.

It has sections related to short and long feature films in competition, as well as exhibitions, tributes to different figures of the genre, lectures presented by specialists, and promotion of different cultural activities that occur in the country.

The Montevideo Fantastic Film Festival has been declared of Cultural Interest by the Ministry of Education and Culture, of Municipal Interest by the Intendance of Montevideo, [...]

 Fiction  Documentary  Animation  Fantastic  Terror



Montevideo, Uruguay



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Logo of International Film and Multimedia Festival-FECIMU
Published: 29 Oct 2026
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International Film and Multimedia Festival-FECIMU

Deadline: 07 Feb 2027

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International Festival

Short film festival

The International Film and Multimedia Festival is an audiovisual Festival that aims to promote cinema within the country and abroad. The festival will take place in the month of March with competition for short films both fiction, experimental, documentary. and an International Media Art Exhibition.

There will also be talks and meetings with filmmakers.

 Fiction  Documentary  Animation  Fantastic  Terror  Other  Experimental



Ciudad Autónoma de Buenos Aires, Argentina



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Published: 28 Oct 2026
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Aladerri International Film Festival

Deadline: 31 Jul 2027

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International Festival

Short film festival

Aladerri International Film Festival (AIFF) is dedicated to the celebration of ‘Short Films’ a multi-day event in Chicago supporting filmmakers and giving them an opportunity to showcase their work in an effort to bring the most inspiring and impactful voices forward.

AIFF has been created to showcase both National and International works by emerging and established artists who are passionate about storytelling via the art of filmmaking.

We aim to share great stories with the audience, while supporting independent filmmakers across the World and will screen all films accepted into “Official Selection” in front of a live audience and the opportunity to have Q&A session with on-site filmmakers September 24- 26, 2027.

 Fiction  Documentary  Animation  Fantastic  Terror  Other  Experimental  Music Video



Chicago, United States



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Published: 28 Oct 2026
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SOUSS International Short Film Festival

Deadline: 20 Feb 2027

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International Festival

Short film festival

Souss International Short Film Festival – مهرجان سوس الدولي للفيلم القصير

The Souss International Short Film Festival is an annual cinematic and cultural event held in Aït Melloul, in the Agadir region of Morocco. The Festival celebrates short-form cinema as a platform for artistic expression, cultural exchange, and dialogue between peoples and cultures.

The 19th edition of the Souss International Short Film Festival will take place from May 4 to 8, 2027, featuring two official competitions: Short Fiction Film and Short Documentary Film.

In addition to film screenings, the Festival organizes parallel activities, including professional training workshops, seminars, masterclasses, discussions with filmmakers and cinema professionals, and events dedicated to film culture and [...]

 Fiction  Documentary  Animation  Fantastic  Terror  Other  Experimental  Music Video



AIT MELLOUL, Morocco



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Logo of Short Movie Club Film Festival Nefiltravanae Kino
Published: 27 Oct 2026
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Short Movie Club Film Festival Nefiltravanae Kino

Deadline: 17 Dec 2026

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International Festival

Short film festival

The purpose of the festival refers to awareness of both the external filters on the screen, including censorship (commercial, ideological, aesthetic), and the internal filters of screen perception and projection, including self-censorship. NEFILTRAVANAE KINO is an exploration of aestheticization and commodification in art. The next aim of the festival is to expose the complexity, manysidedness, and variety of filmmaking.

NEFILTRAVANAE KINO (NoFilter Kino) is a film festival that is held by the Short Movie Club, the platform for cinematic projects. NEFILTRAVANAE KINO is ADAMI Media Prize qualified festival. The International Film Studies Conference is held at the same time as the film festival. In this way, film theory and practice are integrated together at the NEFILTRAVANAE [...]

 Fiction  Documentary  Animation  Fantastic  Terror  Other  Experimental  Music Video



Warsaw, Poland



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Logo of Valèiff • València Indie Film Festival
Published: 27 Oct 2026
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Valèiff • València Indie Film Festival

Deadline: 15 Dec 2026

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Hello! We are VALÈIFF • València Indie Film Festival, an international film festival with screening events in València, Spain, and a member of IBERIFF • Iberia Indie Film Festivals. IBERIFF celebrates independent artists and showcases new productions from across the globe in València (VALÈIFF), Madrid (MADRIFF), Barcelona (BARCIFF), Seville (SEVIFF), Lisbon (LISBIFF), and Montpellier (MONTIFF).

VALÈIFF shares the mission of its associate festivals in supporting emerging talents, encouraging artistic exploration, fostering networking, promoting cultural exchange, engaging with the local community, and providing a platform to celebrate and showcase the work of independent filmmakers.

Fiction, animation, documentary, and experimental films of any genre or subject are welcome!

 Fiction  Documentary  Animation  Fantastic  Terror  Other  Experimental  Music Video



València, Spain



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Published: 27 Oct 2026
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24. Int. Low & No Budget Film-sharing Festival 2027

Deadline: 25 Apr 2027

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Int. Low & No Budget Video Film Festival "film-sharing"
 
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Film Sharing – 24th International Low & No Budget Video Film Festival 2027
 
Festival Date: Oct.2027 Stuttgart, Aug. 2027 Heilbronn

Open Screenings start: Mai 2026/Stuttgart, Heilbronn ,

Place: Stuttgart, Heilbronn - Germany

Status: Independent Short Film Festival

Festival Niveau: Semi-Professional

Outreach: International

Submission Deadline: 25/10/2026 to 25/04/2027
Category: narrative short films, animations, comedy ( no documentray, music clips, artfilms)
Lenght: 1 - 16 min ( please don't send us films longer than 15 min!!!!)

Ages: 0-99
Internet: www.film-sharing.net (all terms)

Short Outline:
nineteen successful years of the ‘International [...]

 Fiction  Documentary  Animation  Fantastic  Terror  Other  Experimental  Music Video



Stuttgart, Germany



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Published: 27 Oct 2026
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Liberamente Short Selection 4

Deadline: 01 Dec 2026

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International Festival

Short film festival

Liberamente Short Selection is a festival organized and promoted by Liberamente Cavaion APS with the support of Quock Productions and I Guardiani del Moscal. The initiative is sponsored by the Municipality of Cavaion V.se.

The goal is to allow the dissemination of independent short films in our territory, giving visibility to emerging artists and awarding the most deserving individuals.

The fourth edition of the competition will be part of the Liberamente Fil Festival, which will take place on January 15–17, 2027, in Cavaion Veronese.

The event will feature the participation of authors, directors, writers, and musicians.

As in previous editions, the audience will play a key role in awarding the prizes.

 Fiction  Documentary  Animation  Fantastic  Terror  Other  Experimental  Music Video



Cavaion V.se, Italy



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Published: 26 Oct 2026
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Cinalfama Film Observatory

Deadline: 18 Jan 2027

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The CINALFAMA FILM OBSERVATORY, held in a historic neighborhood, emerges as a transformative cultural initiative that strengthens the community network. By showing independent films, the project not only widens access to alternative and innovative narratives but also stimulates cultural engagement among residents, fostering a sense of identity and belonging.

This regular event, which takes place at Museu do Fado Auditorium, becomes a meeting point where generations cross paths, sharing experiences and reflections that transcend mere film viewing. In addition, by being located in a neighborhood with a rich historical heritage, the observatory revitalizes the urban space, attracting visitors and enhancing the appreciation of the local heritage, generating a very positive [...]

 Fiction  Documentary  Animation  Fantastic  Terror  Other  Experimental  Music Video



Lisbon, Portugal



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Logo of Los Angeles Crime and Horror Film Festival
Published: 26 Oct 2026
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Los Angeles Crime and Horror Film Festival

Deadline: 30 Oct 2026

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International Festival

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Feature film festival

The Los Angeles Crime & Horror Film Festival is dedicated to showcasing and celebrating independent crime and horror films, along with the many subgenres of crime fiction, true crime, mystery, psychological horror, and more.

With screenings in Hollywood giving recognition to independent films and filmmakers, LA Crime & Horror Film Festival places a spotlight on films and documentaries in crime and horror from around the world.

We provide independent filmmakers with awards, exposure to Hollywood professionals, a platform to connect with audiences, and a venue to network with other filmmakers who share your passion for crime and horror storytelling.

 Fiction  Documentary  Animation  Fantastic  Terror  Other  Experimental  Music Video



Los Angeles, United States



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