Logo of ERRENTERIA DOCUMENTARY FILM AND HUMAN RIGHTS FESTIVAL

Deadline
11 Oct 2026


Published: 09 Oct 2026
 Does NOT have submission fees
Short films


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ERRENTERIA DOCUMENTARY FILM AND HUMAN RIGHTS FESTIVAL

Errenteria, Spain


OZ ZINEMA ELKARTEA, in collaboration with the City Council of Errenteria, announces the 5th ERRENTERIA DOCUMENTARY FILM AND HUMAN RIGHTS FESTIVAL, in order to promote and develop the audiovisual arts through visualization and the defense of human rights.


International Festival

Short film festival


 Documentary



 
Logo of Asian Film Festival Los Angeles

Deadline
11 Oct 2026


Published: 09 Oct 2026
 Has submission fees
Short films
Feature films

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Asian Film Festival Los Angeles

Los Angeles , United States


The Asian Film Festival, Los Angeles Hollywood is a non-profit organization of the film industry in the United States, headquartered in Los Angeles, through various projects and activities, screening filmmakers around the world, filmmakers of outstanding works, help them to increase exposure, in the industry, docking resources.

The Asian Film Festival founded by Asian Film Festival Committee and American International Chamber of Commerce, we are international non-profit organization with offices in Los Angeles, New York, Beijing and other cities. Commissioners, writers & directors work with Asian Films because we know how to support creative people & deliver visionary films & television drammas.

The American International Chamber of Commerce has been a dedicated partner of Asian countries on diversified economic and cultural development and exchanges from the since the establishment in 1990.

In keeping with our long-term commitment, we encouragement and recognition that support from Asian entrepreneurs and investors, filmmakers ’s creativity and production and build strong, each institutions, production companies and studios will lead to greater economic opportunities in film industry for all Asian countries.

The AFF, Asian Film Festival is dedicated to strengthening Asian and Hollywood film and culture exchange and collaboration, promoting innovative development in film industry and fostering creativity in filmmaking in the world.

We believe film also in the future of Asian same as Hollywood as well. The American International Chamber of Commerce and Asian Film Festival reiterates its unwavering commitment to working with all Asian countries in film industry as they build a A brilliant, rich and successful future. We send our warmest wishes for continued prosperity and success of Asian Film Festival in the years ahead.


International Festival

Short film festival

Feature film festival


 Fiction  Documentary  Animation  Fantastic  Experimental  Music Video



 
Logo of San Fernando Fantastic Terror Film Festival

Deadline
11 Oct 2026


Published: 09 Oct 2026
 Does NOT have submission fees
Short films


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San Fernando Fantastic Terror Film Festival

San Fernando, Chile


Only for Chilean filmmakers.


Short film festival


 Animation  Fantastic  Terror



 
Logo of Grief Fest: The Grief Film Festival - Films About Love, Loss and Healing Thru the Lens

Deadline
11 Oct 2026


Published: 09 Oct 2026
 Has submission fees
Short films
Feature films


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Grief Fest: The Grief Film Festival - Films About Love, Loss and Healing Thru the Lens

The Woodlands, United States


Grief Fest™: The Grief Film Festival - Intro Video (1 Min):

https://www.youtube.com/shorts/BOCS7VUFZB8

About:
Grief Fest™: The Grief Film Festival — Films About Love, Loss and Healing Thru the Lens

Grief is one of the most universal human experiences—and one of the most powerful stories a filmmaker can tell.

The Grief Film Festival (“Grief Fest™”) is a new international film festival dedicated to films that explore grief in all its forms: love, loss, remembrance, transformation, resilience, and healing. We invite filmmakers of all experience levels, from first-time creators to established studios, to submit films of any duration and any genre that engage with the subject of grief in authentic, meaningful, and human ways.

This is not Cannes—and we are proud of that.

While many outstanding festivals focus on innovation, technical perfection, and industry prestige, Grief Fest is a community-powered festival. Our films are not judged by red carpets or elite panels alone, but by the soul of the community. We celebrate how effectively a filmmaker connects with real people—how the story lands, resonates, opens dialogue, and creates shared understanding around grief.

What Makes Grief Fest - The Grief Film Festival Different

Honoring:
Grief Fest honors the many talented filmmakers worldwide whose work has been inspired and/or impacted by grief; including the many who are no longer with us today. One of the inspirations for the creation of Grief Fest: The Grief Fest Film Festival came from one very talented filmmaker out of Boston, Massachusetts whose work and life were deeply impacted by grief - Enrique Oliver (1958-2026).

Community-Centered Storytelling:
Our focus is on impact, emotional truth, and connection—not just production value.

Street-Level Audience Insight:
Filmmakers, distributors, and investors gain real-world audience perception and reactions to films addressing one of humanity’s most shared experiences.

Inclusive & Accessible:
All filmmakers are welcome—students, independents, collectives, nonprofits, and studios of all sizes. Grief Fest welcomes all films, and the festival is an all-inclusive, non-religious, LGBTQ+ friendly, and all-welcoming film festival.

Any Duration, Any Format: Shorts, features, micro-films, documentaries, narratives, experimental works, poetry readings and hybrid forms are all encouraged.

Global Perspective:
Grief transcends culture, language, and borders—and so do the stories we seek.

Why Submit
Grief Fest offers something rare: authentic audience engagement.
Selected films will be screened:

Screenings of the selected films:
The in-person and virtual screenings of the selected "Grief Fest™" films will take place during the 2026 year-end holidays. The community screenings will take place during the Thanksgiving (November 25 - 29), and Christmas/New Year's (December 24 - January 3) holidays. The hybrid festival format expands reach beyond the in-person screening thru the Grief Fest Screening Room in the Film Festival Plus Platform (https://tgff.filmfestivalplus.com). This hybrid experience provides filmmakers with valuable insight into how their work resonates across different communities and platforms—information that is meaningful for future distribution, development, and investment conversations.

The 2026 Grief Fest Films
Every film selected for the 2026 Grief Fest is, in our eyes, already a film of distinction. Each represents courageous storytelling and a meaningful contribution to how we understand, express, and navigate grief together.

At the close of the festival year, we will share the "2026 Grief Fest - Top Honors Films" per category. The 2026 Grief Fest Honors recognize the films that resonated most deeply with both our community audience and festival jury. These films will be announced on the main festival website (GriefFest.com) on New Year’s Eve (12/31/2026) and will also be highlighted in the Grief Fest Screening Room on the Film Festival Plus platform.

We celebrate every filmmaker whose work is part of Grief Fest. The films receiving Top Honors this year exemplify storytelling that connected with particular depth and clarity, reflecting creative approaches that moved audiences and jurors alike. While each selected film has made a meaningful impact, these “Top Honors” recognize those works whose resonance rose to an exceptional level — offering insights that may help shape and inspire the future of grief-centered storytelling.

Our Mission
Grief Fest exists to create space—for stories, for conversations, and for collective healing. We believe film can:

Normalize conversations around grief

Build empathy and understanding

Strengthen community through shared experience

Transform personal loss into collective meaning

If your film explores grief not just as an ending, but as a journey—through love, loss, memory, and healing—we want to experience it with our community.

Submit your film.
Share your story.
Join the conversation.

Welcome to GriefFest™ - The Grief Film Festival

Films about love, loss and healing through the lens....


International Festival

Short film festival

Feature film festival


 Fiction  Documentary  Animation  Fantastic  Other  Experimental



 
Logo of Curto Criativo

Deadline
11 Oct 2026


Published: 09 Oct 2026
 Has submission fees
Short films


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Curto Criativo

São Paulo, Brazil


Curto Criativo, the award for short film screenplays, is a Brazil-based competition open to screenwriters worldwide, from beginners to experienced professionals. We evaluate the story, not the production, so your script is welcome whether the short film has been shot or not. Our jury, composed of experienced screenwriters and filmmakers, is looking to discover new voices in the industry.

We accept short film scripts across seven genres: Animation, Comedy, Drama, Experimental, Fantasy/Science Fiction, Children's/Youth Live Action, and Suspense/Horror. Screenwriters worldwide can also enter the Best International Screenplay category, with scripts accepted in English or Spanish.

Winners are announced at an in-person awards ceremony at the Museum of Image and Sound (MIS-SP), in São Paulo.


HIGHLIGHTED!

International Festival

Short film festival


 Fiction  Documentary  Animation  Fantastic  Terror  Other  Experimental



 
Logo of 22° Rengo International Film Festival 2026

Deadline
11 Oct 2026


Published: 09 Oct 2026
 Has submission fees
Short films
Feature films


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22° Rengo International Film Festival 2026

Rengo, Chile


FECIR - Rengo International Film Festival has twenty two years of history, offering filmmakers from Chile, Latin America, and around the world a space for the dissemination, exhibition, and exchange of experiences and ideas. It promotes the creation of high artistic quality in cinema and audiovisual arts in all its forms, providing the commune of Rengo, the Sixth Region, and the country with a space for the appreciation, reflection, creation, training, and enjoyment of the art of cinema.


International Festival

Short film festival

Feature film festival


 Fiction  Documentary  Animation



 
Logo of Mal del Cap International Short Film Festival

Deadline
11 Oct 2026


Published: 09 Oct 2026
 Does NOT have submission fees
Short films


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Mal del Cap International Short Film Festival

Ibiza, Spain


The Ibiza-based cultural association Mal del Cap, Cultura Mal Dita is opening the call for entries for short films competing as part of the “12th Mal del Cap International Short Film Festival”, one of the activities included in the “12th Mal del Cap Festival, Narratives Mal Dites”, which will take place in Eivissa from 28 November 2026 to 20 March 2027.

The “12th Mal del Cap International Short Film Festival”, hereinafter referred to as the Short Film Festival, will take place from 15 to 20 March 2027 in different cultural venues across the island.

The submission period will run from 7 September to 11 October 2026, both dates inclusive, and is open to creators from all over the world. Works must be submitted in digital format and may be fiction, documentary or animation.

All works will initially be submitted to the Official Competition Section. Once the submission period has ended, the Festival Organisation and its Selection Committee will determine which works are selected and, according to their characteristics, which sections they may be screened in and which awards they may be eligible for.

“Once again, we are looking for bold stories and ways of telling them that break away from the conventional, works that connect with people and are not afraid to experiment,” explains Pedro López, vice-president of Mal del Cap and co-director of the event. “This festival is an open space for free creativity, for sharing and for building connections between the most underground proposals on the international scene.”

Once again, this festival, which began in 2014 and is one of the longest-running festivals in the Pityusic Islands, features several sections and awards, with a total of €900 in prize money: the 1st Official Competition Award, the Youth Section Award — awarded by young students from Ibiza —, the Sebas Parra Award for the best socially themed short film — courtesy of the La Guerrilla Comunicacional association from Girona —, the Malalt Award — reflecting the association’s wildest spirit —, the Best Catalan-language Short Film Award, and the Audience Award.

For more information about the rules, technical requirements and submission form, please visit the official website at www.maldelcap.com or contact festival@maldelcap.com


International Festival

Short film festival


 Fiction  Documentary  Animation  Fantastic  Terror  Experimental



 
Logo of Human. Human Rights Film Festival, Madrid

Deadline
11 Oct 2026


Published: 09 Oct 2026
 Has submission fees
Short films
Feature films


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Human. Human Rights Film Festival, Madrid

Madrid, Spain


Human, Madrid Human Rights Film Festival, based in Madrid, Spain’s capital, which will celebrate its 10th annual edition, with a programme focused on human rights and freedoms.

The programme features fiction, animation, and documentary across shorts, medium-length, and features, combining emerging and established voices from diverse regions. Works are selected for their artistic quality, rigour, and thematic relevance, favouring perspectives that broaden public debate and encourage critical thinking.

The Festival is a cultural, educational, and participatory event that serves as a space for reflection and dialogue on human rights and freedoms. Alongside screenings, it offers post-screening Q&As, conversations with experts, and audience engagement activities for diverse publics — including young people and the education community. It is organized by Derechos en Acción, an independent civil-society, non-profit organization with special consultative status with ECOSOC (United Nations), committed to the promotion and defense of these principles through culture and cinema.


International Festival

Short film festival

Feature film festival


 Fiction  Documentary  Animation  Fantastic  Terror  Other  Experimental



 
Logo of Todos Santos FilmFestival

Deadline
11 Oct 2026


Published: 09 Oct 2026
 Does NOT have submission fees
Short films


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Todos Santos FilmFestival

Todos Santos, Mexico


FCTS: 21 Years Celebrating the Seventh Art, in the Heart of Todos Santos

The Todos Santos Film Festival (FCTS) is the undisputed epicenter of South Californian, Mexican, and Latin American cinema in Baja California Sur.

More than a festival, we are a cultural movement that has captivated audiences and film professionals alike.

Our selection of feature films, documentaries, and short films, many of them exclusive premieres and award-winning films at international festivals, is rigorously curated to offer you the best of contemporary cinema.

We have been honored by the Hollywood Foreign Press Association (Golden Globes) for our programming excellence and commitment to the community.

Iconic figures such as Diego Luna, Dolores Heredia, and Tenoch Huerta have shared their talent and passion at our festival, enriching the cinematic dialogue.

Through our Leonardo Perel Film School and various community activities, we foster education, creativity, and a love of film among all ages.

The FCTS is more than a festival; it's a transformative experience.

We invite you to immerse yourself in the fascinating world of cinema, discover new voices, and become part of a vibrant community that celebrates diversity and creativity.

Be part of Baja California Sur's film history!

Check out our full program and find out how you can participate.


International Festival

Short film festival


 Fiction  Documentary  Animation  Fantastic  Terror



 
Logo of FesOh!Curt - Nules Film Festival

Deadline
11 Oct 2026


Published: 09 Oct 2026
 Does NOT have submission fees
Short films


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FesOh!Curt - Nules Film Festival

Nules, Spain


FESOHCURT is, in its 9th edition, a reference within the short movie festivals, as it contributes to fostering the use of Valencian through cinema. Thus, at least 50% of the short movies selected for this edition will be in Valencian language (or any of its dialectal varieties).


International Festival

Short film festival


 Fiction  Documentary  Animation  Fantastic  Terror



 
Logo of Festival Inédit: Une Année En Une Soirée’/ The Inédit Festival: A Year In One Evening

Deadline
10 Oct 2026


Published: 08 Oct 2026
 Does NOT have submission fees
Short films


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Festival Inédit: Une Année En Une Soirée’/ The Inédit Festival: A Year In One Evening

Brussels, Belgium


"The Inédit Festival: A Year in One Evening" invites you to tell the story of the seasons through cinema. The concept is simple: four seasons, an emotional journey through an entire year.

We are looking for films that explore, either literally or symbolically, the spirit of spring, summer, autumn, or winter. The seasons may represent emotions, transformations, memories, encounters, or new beginnings.


International Festival

Short film festival


 Fiction  Documentary  Animation  Fantastic  Experimental



 
Logo of International Animal and Environmental Film Festival - FICAA

Deadline
10 Oct 2026


Published: 08 Oct 2026
 Has submission fees
Short films
Feature films


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International Animal and Environmental Film Festival - FICAA

Ciudad de México, Mexico


The International Animal and Environmental Film Festival of Mexico City (FICAA) welcomes you to its 7th Edition, where, as every year, we accept films from all five continents.

The mission of the Festival is to promote values, causes, and activist struggles through Art, opening multiple opportunities to showcase the work of outstanding filmmakers. Throughout the year, we host various cultural events and film discussions in partnership with the Instituto Politécnico Nacional (IPN), UAM, ENAC–UNAM, and governmental cultural spaces that open their doors to support this dissemination.

Winning films that accept the terms and conditions will be hosted for one month on IMCINE’s platform “Nuestro Cine MX”, providing nationwide exposure throughout Mexico.

Main Themes for This Year

ANIMAL

ENVIRONMENTAL

CINEMA: “FREEDOM OF BELIEF”, “CONSPIRACIES”, “EXTRATERRESTRIALS”, “ENERGY AND SPIRIT”

(There is a dedicated section on our website explaining in detail all types of films invited to participate.)

EXPLANATION OF FILMS FOR THE INVITED CAUSE

This section is dedicated to films that explore the many ways in which human beings seek to understand the invisible, the unknown, and the meaning of existence, from spiritual, scientific, philosophical, social, and symbolic perspectives.

We accept works with themes such as:

Conspiracy theories and hidden power

Extraterrestrials, abductions, contact, and non-human life

Religions and spiritual practices (Christian, Catholic, Buddhist, among others)

Energy, consciousness, and exploration of the inner self

Angels, entities, and non-visible planes

Miracles, paranormal phenomena, and unexplained events

Science and the search for the origin of the universe, life, and consciousness

Accepted Formats and Genres

We accept feature films, music videos, short films, one-minute films (cineminutes), and documentaries, in all cinematic genres, including fiction, documentary, animation, experimental works, and hybrid proposals.

Accepted in All Categories

Animations

Short Films

Feature Films

Documentaries

One-Minute Films (Cineminutes)

Music Videos

Awards and Recognition

As a festival driven by Animal and Environmental awareness, and with this year’s invited cause being “Cinema: Freedom of Belief, Extraterrestrials, and Conspiracy Theories”, all submitted projects will receive a Participation Laurel, recognizing the artistic value and work of each film, even if they are not selected for the final screening program. Official Selection films will receive an Official Selection Laurel.

Final winners will receive the FICAA 2026 statuette, along with digital laurels and a digital diploma.

The final awards ceremony takes place in December, welcoming guests from different countries and regions of Mexico to receive their statuettes in person.


International Festival

Short film festival

Feature film festival


 Fiction  Documentary  Animation  Fantastic  Other  Experimental  Music Video



 
Logo of Arte Non Stop Festival  /  International Film and Art Festival

Deadline
10 Oct 2026


Published: 08 Oct 2026
 Has submission fees
Short films
Feature films


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Arte Non Stop Festival / International Film and Art Festival

Ciudad Autónoma de Buenos Aires, Argentina


Due to the Pandemic, there will be no screenings of Films and no Exhibition of Works of Art in theaters, it will be a Virtual Festival from October 30 to 31 BA2026.

Art Non Stop Festival, is the International Film and Art Festival born in Buenos Aires, Argentina, which takes place from October 26 to 28. Organized by the Producer Arte Non Stop, combining Cinema, Painting and Sculpture under the exclusive theme of cinema.

The reason for the Festival is to Promote Art in all its Expressions. Providing a new space year after year to the Artists and Sculptors, to interact their works of art together with the Films of Art and Fiction that participate from all over the world in different contests and categories, with functions and exhibitions open to all public.

It is an Official Independent Festival, free exhibitions and with itinerant venues that it renews year after year - Non-conventional Projection, Not in Cinemas - because its seeking to discover and promote new Art Spaces and create new viewers.

That is why it calls the Artists to Carry out Workshops live to create Works of Art intervened by all the Artists present, with the idea that they are Donated to beneficial institutions

Making Films and Art Works Exhibitions, Free exhibitions from October 30 to 31.

CINE / CINEMA

1 -Competencia Oficial Largometraje Internacional
Para aquellos realizadores que cuenten con 2 (dos) o más películas de largometraje (nacional y/o internacional) de ficción, animación y/o documental (Realizado en cualquier formato). Duración Superior a los 60 (sesenta) minutos.-

-Competition Official International Feature Film
For those filmmakers who have 2 (two) or more feature films (national and / or international) of fiction, animation and / or documentary (Made in any format). Duration exceeding 60 (sixty) minutes. -Títulos Incluídos-


2 -Official Competition Debut Film
For those filmmakers who present their first feature film (national and / or international) of fiction, animation and / or documentary (made in any format) Duration of more than 60 (sixty) minutes. -Including Titles


3 -Competition Official Animation
For those filmmakers who present their feature film (national and / or international) of fiction and / or animation made in any format. Free run time. -Including Titles


4 -Official Documentary Competition
For those filmmakers of documentary (national and / or international) of fiction documentary, animation documentary and / or real documentary (made in any format). Duration exceeding 45 (forty-five) minutes. -Including Titles-


5 -Competition Medium-length Official Competition
For those filmmakers who present their film (national and / or international) of fiction, animation and / or documentary (Made in any format). Duration from 10 (ten) minutes to 44 (forty four) minutes -including titles


6 -Competition Official Short film
For those filmmakers who present their short film (national and / or international) of fiction, animation and / or documentary (made in any format). Duration LESS than 10 (ten) minutes -including titles-


International Festival

Short film festival

Feature film festival


 Fiction  Documentary  Animation  Fantastic  Terror  Other  Experimental



 
Logo of Poloween Horror Fest

Deadline
10 Oct 2026


Published: 08 Oct 2026
 Does NOT have submission fees
Short films


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Poloween Horror Fest

Málaga, Spain


POLOWEEN HORROR FEST

INTERNATIONAL HORROR AND FANTASY SHORT FILM FESTIVAL

"Poloween Horror Fest"

Poloween Horror Fest will be held on the 30 October.


International Festival

Short film festival


 Fantastic  Terror



 
Logo of Coliseum International Film Festival

Deadline
10 Oct 2026


Published: 08 Oct 2026
 Has submission fees
Short films
Feature films


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Coliseum International Film Festival

Roma, Italy


VI COLIFFE - COLiseum International Film Festival 2026

THE SIXTH EDITION OF THE INTERNATIONAL FILM FESTIVAL CELEBRATING WORKS FROM AROUND THE WORLD.

IT HAS A DEEP INTERNATIONAL DIMENSION AND WAS CREATED WITH THE GOAL AND NEED TO PROMOTE INDEPENDENT CINEMA AND FIRST FILMS.

FESTIVAL ACTIVITIES

The sixth edition of the Festival defines itself as social, meaning its aim is to promote the aggregation of all the protagonists of independent cinema and debut works.
From November 2nd to 9th, 2026, the COLiseum International Film Festival (COLIFFE) will be organized online through two web channels, one Italian and one international, where the finalist works will be broadcast in full HD or 4K for online public voting.
Screenings will be held 24 hours a day online in full HD and 4K on Coliffe TV and Coliffe TV International.
From December 4 to 11, 2026, the best works from the 9 competitions will be screened in 4K.
On December 12, 2026, the gala evening will take place with the presentation of the 51 awards.
All activities will take place in Sardinia island.

The Festival is organized by the Pianeta Empatia Social Promotion Association.

The association promotes and pursues exclusively the goal of promoting human, civil, cultural, and social solidarity, which are grounded in the principles of the Italian Constitution.

The association focuses its attention specifically and primarily on:

The development of the human personality in all its expressions and the removal of obstacles that impede the implementation of the principles of freedom, equality, equal social dignity, and equal opportunity, promoting the right to health, social protection, education, culture, training, and sport, as well as the enhancement of professional skills and abilities; and the promotion of welcome and hospitality for individuals, adults or minors, Italian or foreign, with disabilities, marginalization, and/or social vulnerability, including in conjunction with the proposed public or private entities.

To promote the leisure time of disabled and marginalized individuals, through educational and community initiatives of a cultural, sports-recreational, and social nature aimed at preventing hardship and/or deviance (e.g., festivals, shows, stays, weekly meetings at the headquarters, Sunday outings, peace education, ecological and environmental protection initiatives, etc.).

The association also provides, based on additional availability, the following initiatives, listed by way of example:

• study and research services, management of information, multimedia, and social spaces, including in prisons and detention centers for adults and minors;

• support and initiatives for any cultural activity (exhibitions, conferences, and events), music videos, theater, and cinema, physical expression and gymnastics, amateur and recreational sports activities, nutrition education, and the provision of food and beverages, including for a fee or contribution;

• promotion and implementation of any cultural activity (exhibitions, conferences, and events), music videos, theater, and cinema, physical expression and gymnastics, amateur and recreational sports activities, nutrition education, and the provision of food and beverages, including for a fee or contribution;

• Community-based hospitality, including non-hotel accommodations, for social tourism purposes, aimed at socially marginalized individuals and their families and/or associations.

The PIANETA EMPATIA Association, committed to developing proposals that promote cultural opportunities in the region, sees cinema as a vehicle through which a region can initiate a process of cultural growth capable of triggering development mechanisms in conjunction with the region's activities.

In this case, the region is the splendid reality of Sardinia and its beaches, places rich in natural oases, ancient ruins, and breathtaking views, as well as a generous food and wine offering.

The festival's goal is to foster international competitiveness through attractiveness, a theme that concerns regions not only for what they are but also for how they can be developed and communicated. A region is social value, value of exchange, and value of experiences, but also cultural value and economic value.

And the theme of exchange between economy, experience, and culture is what drove us to focus on these territories, which, located in this splendid geographical area, can spread the culture of cinema as a privileged meeting place for the histories of distant countries and peoples, fostering the rapprochement of different cultures.

The Coliseum International Film Festival is a fundamental resource for the film industry as it not only contributes significantly to the cultural, economic, and social development of the region in which it is held, but also constitutes an essential link in the film industry ecosystem.

The Coliseum International Film Festival has multiple missions:

• it promotes awareness and dissemination of international cinema in all its forms as art, entertainment, and industry, in a spirit of freedom, equality, and equal opportunity;

• it offers filmmakers broader recognition for their work, spreading word of mouth
among critics, film buffs, and audiences;

• it discovers new talent and helps structure emerging production areas;

• it creates business opportunities for films that have not yet secured agreements for commercial exploitation or for specific territories.

COLIFFE can be considered a GREEN FESTIVAL in many ways, from Sustainable Mobility (the locations are always located near subway and/or train stops, which are recommended to guests, along with electric vehicles and car sharing) to Sustainable Energy Consumption (in-person locations, the goal is to reduce energy consumption, reducing lighting to the bare minimum and setting the heating system to the lowest level for comfort), and from Printing Materials (digital formats are preferred for communication, information, and promotion of the event, or printed press materials).

From Waste Management (separate waste collection at numerous collection points and easily recognizable and visible bins) to Guest Management (only digital train and subway tickets are offered, and hotels are certified by Travelife or Green Globe), from Food Sustainability (local DOCG wines, water and soft drinks on tap, no food waste, local seasonal products, washable tableware, and certified tissue paper napkins) to Environmental Culture and Social Sustainability (sponsors who share and support the festival's sustainability values and suppliers with a certified Environmental Management System, selected locations free of architectural barriers and accessible to people with disabilities and special needs, promotion of gender equality and the full participation of all individuals, and valorization of the local area), all the way to Training and Communication (staff adequately trained in environmental sustainability and the conduct policies adopted by management, and communication of the festival's environmental and eco-sustainable policies).

The festival invites all participants, in every capacity and role, to pay particular attention to adopting green behaviors.


International Festival

Short film festival

Feature film festival


 Fiction  Documentary  Animation  Other  Music Video



 
Logo of Fashion Minute Film Festival

Deadline
10 Oct 2026


Published: 08 Oct 2026
 Has submission fees
Short films
Feature films


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Fashion Minute Film Festival

Nashville, United States


The Fashion Minute Film Festival is a bold new celebration of where style meets storytelling. In its inaugural year, the festival shines a spotlight on the dynamic intersection of fashion and film—showcasing everything from one-minute movies and music videos to compelling shorts, documentaries, and full-length features.

This one-of-a-kind festival champions innovation in visual storytelling, offering designers a cinematic canvas to express their vision, and inviting filmmakers, musicians, and artists to explore the narrative power of fashion. With three days of events at the BVLGARI CINEMA, London: the festival brings together a global creative community to celebrate the art of style through film.

Our mission is to unite two of culture’s most expressive forces—fashion and film—into a single, boundary-breaking platform where creativity thrives, artistry commands attention, and every vision is not just seen, but profoundly felt.


International Festival

Short film festival

Feature film festival


 Fiction  Documentary  Animation  Fantastic  Other  Experimental  Music Video



 
Logo of AI Global Film Festival | Lifeart

Deadline
09 Oct 2026


Published: 07 Oct 2026
 Has submission fees
Short films
Feature films


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AI Global Film Festival | Lifeart

Los Angeles, United States


AI Global Film Festival
Where AI Meets Art & Film Industries
Powered by LifeArt

Discover the world’s premier platform for AI-driven creativity at the AI Global Film Festival, proudly powered by the globally acclaimed LifeArt Festival. With over a 10+ years of experience curating high-impact cultural events across major international hubs, we invite you to showcase your AI-generated films, AI art, or AI music on a global stage.

As an IMDb-official festival, we connect visionary AI filmmakers and artists with industry leaders and platforms such as Netflix, National Geographic, Apple TV, and more. Our events span iconic cities from Hollywood to Bollywood. Winners receive prestigious awards that celebrate AI-powered innovation in the creative arts.

Submit Your AI Project Today and shape the future of media, art, and technology!

Why Submit to AI Global Film Festival | LifeArt

Global Festival Network
With events in Hollywood, Bollywood, Athens, San Antonio, New York, Miami, Athens, Santorini Island and New Delhi, the AI Global Film Festival | LifeArt offers creators unparalleled access to global creative markets.

Proven Legacy & Industry Access
LifeArt has honored cinematic icons like Oliver Stone, Leonardo DiCaprio, and Morgan Freeman. We actively connect AI creators with leading platforms such as Netflix, National Geographic, Village Cinemas, and Apple TV.

IMDb-Official Recognition As an IMDb-qualified festival, your project's awards and official selections can be listed on IMDb. This directly enhances the visibility and credibility of your film and the individual profiles of its directors, producers, cast, and key crew members. Official IMDb Page: www.imdb.com/event/ev0008547/overview/

Academic Alliances

LifeArt is supported by cultural and governmental institutions across India, Greece, and the USA. We partner with top organizations like the New York Film Academy, China Film Archive, Delhi Technological University, and FWICE (India’s Federation of India Cine Employees).

High-Visibility Global Media Exposure
Previously, selected projects have been featured by major media outlets including CNN, Fox, NBC, ABC, Euronews, Times of India, and Bollywood News. This offers AI creators high-visibility press and meaningful exposure to international audiences and media networks.

About LifeArt Festival
Since 2016, LifeArt Festival has been a vibrant platform celebrating the convergence of art, film, and music. With over a decade of experience curating high-impact cultural events, we showcase a diverse range of creative expressions, from film premieres and art exhibitions to immersive forums and live music performances.
As part of our commitment to supporting artists, LifeArt also operates its own Music Label, championing visionary music projects and original soundtracks, including those for major productions like the Netflix series "Fauda."


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Deadline
09 Oct 2026


Published: 07 Oct 2026
 Has submission fees
Short films
Feature films


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War of Films

Barcelona, Spain


War of Films is an IMDb-certified film festival that offers a platform for independent filmmakers from around the world to showcase their talent and connect with professionals from the film industry.

Our festival has featured and honored major stars and companies such as Susan Sarandon, Robin Williams, Ron Perlman, Epic Games, Lucy Liu, Danny Trejo, Michael K. Williams, John Turturro, Malcolm McDowell, Vinnie Jones, Bella Ramsey (Game of Thrones), and Academy Award–nominated actor James Cromwell, all of whom have been awarded at our festival. This positions War of Films as one of the most relevant festivals on an international level, recognized for its strong commitment to supporting independent cinema. Proof of this is the trust placed in us by more than 6,600 filmmakers from 120 countries.

Even if your film is not selected, we offer distribution support. We understand that navigating the complex landscape of film distribution can be challenging, which is why we are committed to accompanying our filmmakers throughout the entire process. Through our distribution network, your film can gain access to the world’s most important film markets.

Join the War of Films International Film Festival and let us help you connect with the film industry and take your film to the next level.


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 Fiction  Documentary  Animation  Fantastic  Terror  Other  Experimental  Music Video



 
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Deadline
09 Oct 2026


Published: 07 Oct 2026
 Does NOT have submission fees
Short films

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CERTAMEN DE CORTOMETRAJES DE BUJARALOZ

Bujarloz, Spain


The Bujaraloz Short Film Competition is a film festival in the heart of the Los Monegros region. The first edition took place on 9 December 2008, organised by the cultural association ‘Monegrinos Amigos del Séptimo Arte’, whose aim is to promote culture in rural areas, whilst, through the Seventh Art, raising the profile of our town and, more broadly, the entire Los Monegros region.


GOYA!

Short film festival


 Fiction  Documentary  Animation  Other



 
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Deadline
08 Oct 2026


Published: 06 Oct 2026
 Has submission fees
Short films
Feature films


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MADRIFF • Madrid Indie Film Festival

Madrid, Spain


¡Hola! We are MADRIFF • Madrid Indie Film Festival, an international film festival with screening events from Madrid, Spain, and member of the IBERIFF • Iberia Indie Film Festivals, which celebrates and showcases new productions and independent artists from all over the world in Madrid (MADRIFF), Barcelona (BARCIFF), València (VALÈIFF), Seville (SEVIFF), Lisbon (LISBIFF) and Montpellier (MONTIFF), that you can also find them here in Festhome.

MADRIFF shares the mission of its associate festivals of supporting emerging talents, encouraging artistic exploration, fostering networking, promoting cultural exchange and engaging the local community by providing a platform to present the work of independent filmmakers.

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


International Festival

Short film festival

Feature film festival


 Fiction  Documentary  Animation  Fantastic  Terror  Other  Experimental  Music Video