12th NEZ International Film Festival (NIFF)
25th to 28th March , 2027
NEZ stands for simplicity of life and existence. NEZ is not a corporate, nor an NGO; in fact no standard term can describe NEZ. It simply is a platform for beings in this planet to come forward, and come together and explore their collective talents for the progress of the world and beyond. We have long enough thought about espousing our cause and ours alone. Now we think together. It is a platform to promote excellence in Education, Arts, Literature, Films, Medicine, Science, Research, Community Service etc. The philosophy at NEZ is very simple. We share collective fate. We seek new thought patterns that shall shape this world and the universe in times to come.
NEZ International Film Festival (NIFF) stands for best of world cinemas in the categories of Feature Films, Short Films, Documentaries Films and Ad Films. A platform of NIFF is meant for bringing undiscovered pure talents before a larger audience of the world.
NIFF is an umbrella; it is a conglomeration of niche festivals under one category. We treat the entire event as a visual carnival. The purpose of the festival is to celebrate everything the visual medium of cinema has to offer. We are now stepping into 3rd year of our Journey and proudly announce two more categories from this year.
1. “The Smart Phone Cinema”
NIFF always Endeavour to create something new, something Path breaking. It strives to recognize and to reward challenging aspects of cinema in all its forms. To celebrate the impact of cinema in modern age, NIFF is proud to announce a complete new category from this year “The Smart Phone Cinema”. We would be accepting movies in The Student Category and The Professional Category. The movie has to be a minimum of 4 minutes and maximum of 15 minutes. Every entry has to be accompanied by shooting Stills, substantiating the movie was indeed shot using the smart phone.
2. NIFF GREENS
That which is Paramount is also fragile. What better example we can have of this fact other than the Planets Eco System or the Environment. Sadly the most Paramount things behind the survival of humans are also most abused by the same humans. We stand at a dangerous point. Our Abuse of the Planet’s Environment is leading us to sure extinction. We need to raise awareness of that.
Here at NIFF, we understand the Issue so much that we have created a separate category under the main festival Titled “NIFF GREENS”. It will showcase, any movie, shorts feature or documentary that highlights the issue of Environment.
ONLY FOR COLOMBIAN FILMMAKERS
SiembraFest is a biennial and itinerant Colombian film festival that tours different municipalities in the department of Cundinamarca, facilitating the circulation and appropriation of national film productions, while providing tools for rural communities to actively participate in the construction of their own image.
Through its actions it generates emotional experiences that transform the public. The Festival de Cine Colombiano al Campo is a high-impact initiative that contributes to the generation of alternative exhibition scenarios and the development of new audiences in rural areas of the country, intervening in community spaces that promote the encounter of cinema with art and popular culture.
As part of our effort to contribute to the growth and consolidation of the creative industries, training activities will be held on topics of interest, promoting the meeting of the audiovisual and film sector in the regions.
The Festival de Cine Colombiano al Campo is a space for the promotion, diffusion and support of cinematographic works of national production. Any audiovisual work that represents the natural, social and cultural values of rural communities in Colombia is a film with the particular seal of SiembraFest. Works that address the traditions, practices, popular knowledge, manifestations of daily life or problems that affect rural communities in Colombia, through fiction, documentary and animation, may be submitted.
We value the creative freedom of national filmmakers and filmmakers, which is why our selection will include films of any format, length, genre or technique, as long as they are productions of quality, relevance and cinematographic pertinence. The viewing and deliberation of the films will be in charge of the Programming Committee, constituted by a group of cinephiles, experts in cinematography and subjects related to rurality who share criteria with the artistic direction of SiembraFest.
The festival aims to support filmmakers who operate outside established institutional and financial support structures.
Its goal is to give visibility, in particular, to works produced without significant backing from recognized film schools, government funding bodies, or established industry networks.
The Masuku Film Festival aims to promote the dissemination of films, works and audiovisual material from all countries, in all genres and for all audiences, addressing topics related to the environment, sustainable development and the environment.
ANIMAR is an animation film festival where the magic of animation comes to life. Guided by a passion for captivating visual narratives, the festival presents a free and diverse program that engages children, teenagers, adults, film and audiovisual students, professionals in the field, animation enthusiasts, and curious people of all ages.
The festival takes place in the city of Rio de Janeiro, in the North Zone, in the traditional neighborhood of Marechal Hermes — a territory deeply connected to the history of Brazilian cinema and also to suburban popular culture in its multiple expressions. The region is part of the cinematic imagination of the Rio suburbs: affectionately nicknamed "Marechalwood". It has been the setting for landmark productions of national cinema and a space where fundamental works and filmmakers circulated, such as Cacá Diegues, Arnaldo Jabour, and Tizuka Yamazaki, whose films helped to build a sensitive and social perspective on Rio de Janeiro and its neighborhoods.
Beyond cinema and the arts, Marechal Hermes carries a cultural identity that also extends to its popular gastronomy, present in the daily lives and affective memories of its residents. The traditional generous sandwiches, affectionately known as "podrões," are a symbol of gathering, conviviality, and flavor, as is the famous "barata de Marechal," officially recognized as a Material Cultural Heritage of the State of Rio de Janeiro, according to Law 9.692/2022, sanctioned in May 2022, which recognizes the tradition of the snack sold at the stall of merchant Ademar Moreira for over 30 years, near the neighborhood's train station—a mark of resistance and suburban identity that spans generations and local histories.
Marechal Hermes also stands out for its cultural vocation, housing historical spaces such as the Armando Gonzaga Theater, a symbol of the neighborhood's relationship with audiovisual media and the arts, and reinforcing its role as fertile territory for film production, exhibition, and training. By occupying this space — between screens, animated stories, popular flavors, and living traditions — ANIMAR reaffirms the suburbs as a creative center and celebrates animation as an artistic, educational, and transformative language, deeply connected to the territory that welcomes it.
inDOCumentari is a film festival fully dedicated to the documentary genre, held in the city of Sabadell. Its mission is to promote and showcase documentary cinema as a tool for artistic expression, social reflection, and critical observation of contemporary reality. The festival presents a diverse selection of short and feature-length documentaries from around the world, fostering cultural exchange and dialogue among filmmakers, audiences, and audiovisual professionals.
AnimArte Festival: A global stage for student and professional animators.
The AnimArte Festival is dedicated exclusively to animated short films !!
The maximum duration for each film is 15 minutes.
AnimArte is an international festival of animated films made by children, young people, and professionals, aimed at young audiences.
In 2026, the 19th edition of AnimArte will be held, and the festival will celebrate its 25th anniversary. It will take place in October in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil.
For international students (around the world), there are two competitive categories: Maxi (for animated films made by students aged 18 or older) and Mini (for animated films made by students under 18).
For international professionals, there are two categories: “Environmental Films” and “World Cultures.”
Selected films will be screened according to the program prepared by the festival’s organizing team.
If a film contains dialogue in a language other than Portuguese, a text file with the dialogue in English (preferably with timecode) must be submitted to: animarte@vouanimarte.com.br
A version of the film with English subtitles is welcome to facilitate translation and subtitling into Portuguese; however, the version to be screened at the festival must be submitted without subtitles.
There are also two exclusive categories (for animated short films only) for students enrolled in educational institutions in Brazil: Maxi (university students) and Mini (high school and elementary school students).
Contest is open to everyone !
Topic of the contest is "The Dream life".
You can submit your any type of film up to 15 minutes max.
Festival Atmospheres uses all kinds of art forms in order to arouse afterthought and commitment to an accessible and constructive sustainable development.
Our call is open to all individuals, agencies, art collectives or producers that own the rights of short length audiovisual work, including documentary, argumentative, experimental and/or video-art. Short films must have been produced in film, video or animation format.
FICICA will take place from 12th to 16 th of August in Barranquilla, Colombia and through virtual channels. You are all welcome to visit us!
The Festival of Otherness provides space for authors’ voices that express their perspective on a world that could be.
Inclusion, sustainability, and youth are the transversal focus of the festival, with the aim of developing spaces that encourage critical thinking, dialogue, and community participation, while caring for the cultural and environmental context we inhabit.
The call will be open from March 16 to June 12, 2026.
Who are we calling?:
We invite production companies, distributors, filmmakers, students, collectives, emerging creators, and visual artists, especially young people from Mexico and around the world, to submit their works to the 2026 national and international short film competition.
New World AI Film Festival(NWAIFF) is a global, international platform dedicated to creators of AI-driven films and videos, providing an independent space to showcase innovative work from around the world.
We welcome AI films of all genres, styles, and formats, embracing diversity and creativity without limitation. From narrative storytelling to experimental works, from short-form videos to hybrid creations, all forms of AI-driven expression are encouraged.
There are no boundaries to imagination, we invite creators to push the limits of creativity and bring entirely new worlds to life through AI.
RULES OF THE 13th INTERNATIONAL YOUTH FILM FESTIVAL, PLASENCIA ENCORTO 2026.
The Regional Ministry of Education, Science and Vocational Training of the Government of Extremadura, the Plasencia City Council and the 24 Fotogramas Cultural Association announce the 13th International Youth Film Festival: Plasencia Encorto.
Multi-award-winning film directors Yuri Maslak & Olga Tugaeva invite you to take part in the Berlin Indie Shorts Festival, which takes place in the cinematic capital of Europe. Berlin is a city where different cultures and nationalities meet, a city where the spirit of freedom and creativity reigns.
Our international film festival was created by directors for directors. There are no formalities, only fair professional evaluation by an international jury and inspiring interaction with colleagues. We have no dress code or red carpet; the focus here is not on the beauty of the celebrity guests' outfits, but on your film. Our festival is a platform for discussion and collaboration, an opportunity to feel part of the process, regardless of status or fame.
The Berlin Indie Shorts Festival strives to present the most daring, innovative, and inspiring films from around the world, striking in their originality and unique approach to storytelling. Short films are the art of telling great stories with minimal resources, capturing a spirit in a matter of minutes and leaving a lasting impression on viewers. Here, short films cease being the "little brother" of feature films and acquire their own uniqueness and value.
Our festival is held four times a year at the legendary creative space Heckmann-Höfe, our Berlin's Montmartre. Summer, fall, winter, and spring - each season is beautiful in its own way and brings its own unique inspiration. A fitting conclusion to each season is the live screening of the winning films and the award ceremony for their creators.
Welcome to Berlin!
NO CLICHÉS. NO LIMITS. JUST PURE ART.
Regular Deadline – April 30, 2026
One of Latin America’s leading genre film festivals is now accepting submissions.
17th Edition | São Paulo, Brazil | September 8–13, 2026
✔️ 1,503 films submitted in the last edition
✔️ 110 films selected for the official program
✔️ 90,000+ audience across all editions
✔️ 1,600+ films showcased over 16 editions
Cinefantasy – International Fantastic Film Festival was created to promote and celebrate fantastic cinema in all its forms, including horror, fantasy, science fiction, and hybrid genres.
Over sixteen editions, Cinefantasy has established itself as a key platform for genre filmmakers, presenting bold and innovative works from around the world.
The festival has expanded beyond São Paulo with screenings across major Brazilian cities such as Rio de Janeiro, Belo Horizonte, Fortaleza, Porto Alegre, Manaus, and Santos, as well as international collaborations in Spain, Chile, Peru, and Colombia.
Held in São Paulo — one of the largest cultural capitals in the world — Cinefantasy offers filmmakers international exposure and the opportunity to connect with audiences, critics, and industry professionals passionate about fantastic cinema.
The 17th edition will take place from September 8 to 13, 2026, featuring competitive screenings, special programs, and immersive experiences.
Thousands of submissions are received every year, and the selection reflects a highly curated and competitive process.
Submit your film today and be part of Cinefantasy 2026.
"Me complace compartir excelentes noticias desde Perú: 'Cine Dentro del Cine' es un nuevo festival enfocado en documentales sobre temas de cine. Su equipo de producción siente pasión por las historias detrás de las películas, y estoy seguro de que pronto se convertirá en un emocionante punto de encuentro para cineastas de todo el mundo. -Alexandre O. Philippe, director de documentales sobre cine.
El Festival Internacional "Cine dentro del cine" (FECIDECI) celebra su primera edición del 11 al 20 de junio de 2026, con actividades en diversas sedes del Perú.
Este nuevo encuentro cinematográfico propone un espacio único dedicado íntegramente a las películas que reflexionan sobre el propio cine: su historia, sus creadores, sus públicos y su poder de representación.
El festival se concibe como un punto de encuentro entre cineastas, investigadores, estudiantes, críticos y amantes del séptimo arte, y busca promover el diálogo sobre cómo el cine se mira a sí mismo, se recuerda y se reinventa.
Durante una semana, se presentarán proyecciones, conversatorios, y clases magistrales, con acceso gratuito para todos los asistentes.
CBF – Vigo International Film Festival is an international film event organized by the production and distribution company CityBlue Films. It will hold its 10th edition from December 1st to 5th, 2026, in the city of Vigo, Spain.
OBJECTIVES AND PURPOSE
It is a cultural and social event and a meeting place for the public, creators, film professionals, and representatives of the film industry.
CBFF – Vigo International Film Festival was created with the main objective of promoting culture through the promotion and dissemination of cinematographic works.
This festival was developed to support directors and producers by providing all filmmakers with a space to disseminate and promote their work to the general public.
It is an audiovisual, cultural, artistic, industrial, and educational platform, allowing the discovery of new talents and emerging films.
Greek mythology Gelos is the divine personification of laughter, the most welcome of the gods, always owes its success to some novel subterfuge. This deity favourably and affectionately accompany everywhere the person who arouses and enacts his laughter, and he will never allow you to grieve in mind, but will implant continual joy on your countenance with his sunny elegance.
We hope you will join us in a days full of fun and endless laughs! We will highlight comedy short and feature films, web series, TV episodic, filmed sketch comedy, Dark Comedy, music video and animation with the goal of screening the best comedic content from around the world for a wide audience! Our dual emphasis is on “discovering” great comedic talent with the purpose of promoting it to both the entertainment industry and the Moscow public, as well as, showcasing the works of seasoned professionals and well-known stars. We are proud to showcase, connect and promote talented comedy filmmakers from all over the world.
ONLY FOR SPANISH AND LATINMAERICAN FILMMAKERS // SOLO PARA CINEASTAS ESPAÑOLES Y LATINOAMERICANOS
