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Festival Inclús is a festival of audiovisual productions, both documentary and fiction centered on the theme of physical and mental disabilities. It is an initiative Associació Inclús and conducted by Fish Muvi.
The aim of Festival Inclús is to give visibility to audiovisual works produced around the theme of disability with a different point of view. The goal is to provide a deepest perspective of the reality of disabilities, whether the production is carried by entities directly involved in the world of disability, or other persons or groups.
We also are an inclusive festival that is why we have two new sections: Inclus values, cinema for kids and teens about social issues and Sing Language cinema, movies in sign language.
The Festival will be held in December 10 to 16, 2025, close to the International Day of Disability December 3rd. The Audiovisual material of the finalists will be played during this day according to the different categories. There will be awards for the best submittals. Inclús focuses on audiovisual productions, but it also has other artistic and commercial activities and disciplines in order to give visibility to this sector.
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The 12th International Documentary Festival of Ierapetra & Awards, offers you the opportunity to submit your documentaries now, in order to compete in the monthly awards of the Festival for February. Winners will automatically qualify to compete for the annual Festival awards, taking place from August 2nd to 24th, 2025.
This year the IDFI, is dedicated to Climate Change. It is worth noting that films from all thematic sections will be eligible at the end of each month to compete for the annual awards in August. The rich thematic sections of the Festival include: human rights, recordings of memory, docudrama, young directors, true stories, climate change, environment, the role of women, Greek Panorama, views of the world, human portrait, violence, war threat, diversity, socio-political discrimination, religious conflicts, racism, migration, as well as themes related to all forms of art and culture, such as folklore, customs, mythology, history, biographies, ethnographies, journeys, and travel-tourist documentaries.
The 12th International Documentary Festival of Ierapetra & Awards, promotes the best documentaries from Greece and around the world for screening in its’ competitive section. Ierapetra, the southernmost city in Europe, a crossroads of cultures and continents, will once again host a plethora of films and artists from the ends of the earth. The judging panels consist of international recognition personalities.
The film files must be in mp4 format and must have embedded English and Greek subtitles (in case of foreign dialogue).
Our 5-star and Gold-rated festival holds the EFFE quality seal.
Trailer of the 11th International Documentary Festival of Ierapetra & Awards:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=6ZAQStCWPFA&t=27s
Imagine This Women's International Film Festival (ITWIFF) aims to amplify and empower independent and aspiring women and non-binary filmmakers from around the world.
The 8th Annual Imagine This Women's Film Festival will feature fierce, bold, original films by women and non-binary filmmakers and storytellers, Q&As, educational panels, and special events.
Imagine This Women's Film Festival's goal is to support women by sharing their work with the public, promoting equal opportunities for BIPOC women and the LGBTQIA+ community while providing educational and professional development, and serving as a resource information network.
Imagine This Women's Film Festival accepts films from womxn filmmakers and storytellers in leadership positions. At least one woman must fill the role of either a director, producer, screenwriter, cinematographer, editor, leading role and etc.
Imagine This encourages BIPOC women, LGBTQIA+, student filmmakers, and storytellers to submit.
"Imagine This Productions has launched the Women’s International Film Festival with the aim to celebrate and empower independent and aspiring women filmmakers from around the world." - IndieWire
"Celebrate the work of women filmmakers from around the world at the second annual Imagine This Women’s International Film Festival (ITWIFF) in Brooklyn" - AFAR Magazine
"When it comes to film screenings and industry events, there's plenty to get you off the couch this week. From a lesson in copyright licenses to a women's international film festival, read on for the week's top film events to add to your calendar. " - ABC 7
"Recent Hollywood scandals have underscored the importance of supporting women in the film industry, and the second annual Imagine This Women’s International Film Festival is a great place to do so. The films here–which include shorts and features, documentaries and fiction films–are as diverse as the women who made them." - CBS New York
Please note: Imagine This is still planning on holding our annual film festival during our announced dates. We will also continue to follow the guidelines put forth by the public health directives and New York State, which will help to determine whether the festival’s format will be in-theatre or online, or a mixture of both. We will announce any updates via our website.
The 6th International Film Festival of Crete & Awards, offers you the opportunity to submit your films now, in order to compete in the monthly awards of the Festival for February. Winners will automatically qualify to compete for the annual Festival awards, taking place from August 2nd to 24th, 2025.
This year, the 6th Festival is dedicated to Human Rights. It is worth noting that films from all thematic sections will be eligible at the end of each month to compete for the annual awards in August. The rich thematic sections of the Festival include: human rights, recordings of memory, docudrama, young directors, true stories, climate change, environment, the role of women, Greek Panorama, views of the world, human portrait, violence, war threat, diversity, socio-political discrimination, religious conflicts, racism, migration, as well as themes related to all forms of art and culture, such as folklore, customs, mythology, history, biographies, ethnographies, journeys, and travel-tourist documentaries.
The 6th International Documentary Festival of Ierapetra & Awards, promotes the best films from Greece and around the world for screening in its’ Competition Section. Ierapetra, the southernmost city in Europe, a crossroads of cultures and continents, will once again host a plethora of films and artists from the ends of the earth. The judging panels consist of international recognition personalities.
The film files must be in mp4 format and must have embedded English and Greek subtitles (in case of foreign dialogue).
Our 5-star and Gold-rated festival holds the EFFE quality seal.
Trailer of the 5th International Film Festival of Crete & Awards:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=6ZAQStCWPFA&t=27s
Submit your entry now!
The 12th Film Academy of Crete & Awards, offers you the opportunity to submit your documentaries and films now, if you are up to 25 years old, in order to compete in the monthly awards of the Festival for February. Winners will automatically qualify to compete for the annual Festival awards, taking place from August 2nd to 24th, 2025.
It is worth noting that films from all thematic sections will be eligible at the end of each month to compete for the annual awards in August. The rich thematic sections of the Festival include: human rights, recordings of memory, docudrama, young directors, true stories, climate change, environment, the role of women, Greek Panorama, views of the world, human portrait, violence, war threat, diversity, socio-political discrimination, religious conflicts, racism, migration, as well as themes related to all forms of art and culture, such as folklore, customs, mythology, history, biographies, ethnographies, journeys, and travel-tourist documentaries.
The 12th Film Academy of Crete & Awards, promotes the best documentaries and films from Greece and around the world from directors up to 25 years old, for screening in its’ competitive section. Ierapetra, the southernmost city in Europe, a crossroads of cultures and continents, will once again host a plethora of films and artists from the ends of the earth. The judging panels consist of international recognition personalities.
The film files must be in mp4 format and must have embedded English and Greek subtitles (in case of foreign dialogue).
Our 5-star and Gold-rated festival holds the EFFE quality seal.
Trailer of the 11th Film Academy of Crete & Awards:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=6ZAQStCWPFA&t=27s
The Àger International Film Festival (FICdÀ) aims to bring cinema closer to a population that does not have easy access and to become a support space for new film talent.
The festival focuses on short films with a social theme, dealing with issues that add value to society.
Welcome to the Filmique International Film Festival, an illustrious celebration of the seventh art nestled in the vibrant heart of Kolkata.
In the labyrinthine alleys of this cultural hub, where the echoes of Tagore's verses mingle with the aromas of street delicacies, we gather to witness a kaleidoscope of cinematic marvels. Our mission? To unveil the most awe-inspiring creations that the world of cinema has to offer.
Here, we transcend boundaries, weaving a tapestry of diverse cultures, languages, and perspectives, all bound together by the universal language of storytelling.
From the bustling streets of Tokyo to the sun-kissed shores of Rio de Janeiro, every corner of the globe finds its voice on our screens.
Yet, our mission extends beyond mere spectacle. We are not here to make you famous; we are here to give you the recognition you deserve. Behind every masterpiece lies a visionary creator, a dedicated team, and a relentless passion for the craft. At Filmique, we honor these unsung heroes, shining a spotlight on their talents and contributions to the cinematic landscape.
So, let us join hands and embark on this exhilarating journey together. Let us delve into the depths of filmmaking, where dreams take flight and imagination knows no bounds. Together, we will explore the myriad facets of human experience, celebrating the power of storytelling to inspire, provoke, and unite us all.
Welcome to Filmique International Film Festival, where the magic of cinema awaits.
BITBANG International Animation Festival opens its call and invites you to be part of its eleventh edition to be held in October 28th 2025, in Buenos Aires, Argentina.
BITBANG is a qualifying festival for the Academy Awards® (Oscars). The winners of the Bitbang Official Competition, in the categories of Best International Short Film and Best Latin American Short Film, will be automatically eligible to enter the OSCARS® Short Film competition.
BITBANG disseminates and promotes innovative, experimental and authorial proposals through projections, exhibitions and competitions. We promote audiovisual creation in Argentina, orientated towards the development and consolidation of the industry as a cultural contribution on a worldwide level.
We place special emphasis on training and capacitation, for that during BITBANG there are being held masterclasses, seminars, conferences and workshops. In addition to that, there are laboratories, spotlights, retrospectives, illustration contests, installations, exhibitions, game jams, escape rooms, arcades, making a film in 24 hours, and thematic parties. All screenings are with free admission.
Since 2015 we have organized BITBANG, a unique experience that each edition allows all those interested in art, creativity and innovation, to meet with the most important referents in the country and the world. It is a meeting point between animation, video games and digital art that enables collaboration between artists from different disciplines and generates the construction of new languages and other perspectives.
In previous years, the venues were CCK, Planetarium Galileo Galilei, Espacio INCAA Km 0 Gaumont, C3 Museum, Borges Cultural Center, Recoleta Cultural Center, Cosmos Uba Cinema, Da Vinci School, Otra Historia Club Cultural, Local, Club Lucero, C Complejo Art Media, Deseo, Dune Park, La Paz Arriba, Bar El Destello, Arcade Club Social, in the Autonomous City of Buenos Aires. Also we held BITBANG in different parts of Argentina, spreading the best of Argentinean and International Animation.
In this 11th Edition BITBANG welcomes you to these artistic proposals and to the fans and professional audiovisual community.
The Babylon International Documentary Film Festival is the first international documentary film festival in Iraq. The festival is a 5 days special event that aims to empower and uplift documentary filmmakers from the MENA region as well as shedding light on Human Rights topics in the region, while also fostering cooperation and cultural exchange between international filmmakers. The festival focuses on showcasing a diverse range of international independent documentary films, with a special emphasis on promoting and supporting MENA talent.
The festival's primary goal is to provide a community for MENA documentary filmmakers to showcase their works and gain recognition on an international stage. The festival actively seeks to empower and uplift filmmakers to tell stories about important topics such as human rights. By offering filmmakers a dedicated community to present their documentaries alongside international films. Through screenings, discussions, and Q&A sessions with industry professionals, The festival creates opportunities for filmmakers from the MENA region to engage with a global audience, gain exposure, and build valuable connections within the international documentary community.
In addition to celebrating Independent documentary cinema, the festival also fosters collaboration and cultural exchange with filmmakers from around the world. By bringing together international filmmakers, directors, and producers, the festival promotes dialogue, understanding, and the sharing of diverse perspectives.
The festival serves as a dynamic platform that not only celebrates documentary filmmaking on an international scale but also seeks to empower and elevate filmmakers from the MENA region, promoting their voices and stories to a global audience.
A weekend celebration of Science Fiction from all over the world. We will present you with a selection of insights and stories never seen. There is plenty of planning and work to do. We are open to participants planetwide to join us in the impressive, historical rich city of Baltimore, Maryland.
The intent of The Outer Rim Festival is to showcase the best in Science Fiction, and other imaginatively-themed films from around the world. This celebration is in the culturally rich city of Baltimore, Maryland. Our creative and inspirational environment is ideal for exploring films that ponder the infinite possibilities our multiverse holds.
In addition to the amazing films, there will be workshops, panels, and lectures.
Notifications typically begin a week after the last submission date. So grab tickets early, inform your friends, and prepare for the best original content to reach the DMV.
The 1st CURTA CINE 2025 – Sumaré Film Festival will be held on August 1, 2 and 3, 2025, in the city of Sumaré, São Paulo, Brazil.
This festival aims to strengthen and celebrate the audiovisual ecosystem of Sumaré, the Metropolitan Region of Campinas (RMC) and the country, promoting a democratic space for connection between local, national and international talents. With free screenings, debates and awards, the event seeks to foster cultural diversity, social inclusion and reflection on contemporary issues.
Curta Roteiros - 1st Short Film Screenplay Contest is a cultural contest created with the goal of awarding unpublished scripts for short films written in Portuguese and designed for independent cinema.
The contest is held by Jordana Filmes in partnership with the 1st Curta Cine Sumaré
This contest is not linked to any other company and does not receive sponsorship of any kind, whether public or private money.
Instagram of the contest: https://www.instagram.com/curtacinesumare/
Instagram of the production company: https://www.instagram.com/jordanafilmes/
Instagram of the partner festival: https://www.instagram.com/curtacinesumare/
Since the International Short film Contest Festival “Ciudad de Soria” considers at all times Short Films CINEMA in capital and appreciates as essential culture dissemination, our purpose is to promote as mean of audiovisual expression; the contribution to acknowledgment and dissemination. This format must be essentially and basically a part of CINEMA.
The Bioscope Brand was born as The Bioscope Global Film Festival (BGFF) in year 2014. It has been working continuously since then to create a “Film Oriented Platform to create a Global Arena for different genres of Film”.
From the Year 2014-2019, we have worked on following themes:-
A tribute to Indian Regional & International Cinema, Women & Child Empowerment, Promoting 22 Indian Regional Languages and their Cinemas on a single platform.
Here is a list of different Categories Awarded under:- (as selected by our Festival Jury Panel)
1. Bioscope Best Film
2. Bioscope Best Director
3. Bioscope Best Actor
4. Bioscope Best Actress
5. Bioscope Best Story
6. Bioscope Best Screenplay
7. Bioscope Best Cinematography
8. Bioscope Best Music Director
9. Bioscope Best Child Artist
10. Bioscope Best Actor Negative Role
11. Bioscope Best Actor Comedy
Upcoming Project -
The Bioscope presents Bioscope Global Film Festival in Odisha which is going to be held on 24-25-26 July 2025, in National Law University Odisha (Cuttack), Odisha, India.
Our main objectives towards initiating this platform are:
To Encourage new film makers and to bring hidden talent into the limelight.
To Provide a platform to the new talent in film making, singing, composing and to felicitate the legends of Indian and International Cinema.
To enhance our Global Film culture and to enhance the regional interest in the society.
Synopsis of the Event:-
3 Unforgettable days
Award Ceremonies
Continuous Celebrities Foot Fall
100+ Movies
Cultural Performances
For more Information,Visit our website- www.thebioscope.in
"Sezze Film Festival" is a cinema and entertainment event dedicated to Italian and foreign short films.
The Festival will be held in Sezze (LT) on 19-20-21 september 2025.
Prizes will be dedicated to the best works and their artistic and technical figures.
For information and applications:
sezzefilmfestival@libero.it
https://www.facebook.com/sezzefilmfestival/
The IV International Devotional Film Festival will take place between August 8 and 11, 2025 and the call for entries will be open until July 5.
The Festival aims to carry out a ritual, a bridge, between the spectators and the audiovisual works that seek, through the expressive possibilities of cinema, to understand reverence and fervor, questioning devotion as a way of being in the world. We understand devotion as a surrender, mystical or not, to an experience, an idea, a thing, a thought, a person, an object, everything is susceptible to devotion.
We clarify, as fundamental, that this festival, under no point of view, will be a participant in any propaganda and that it does not subscribe with any religious or other group.
This event seeks to show and create a culture around mountain cinema, so that people fall in love with their surroundings, learn to take care of the mountains, and see the number of alternatives that exist to enjoy them. Within this event, short films and feature films related to mountain sports and activities will be screened. The first event of its kind in the municipalities of Manizales and Villamaría.
Celebrating 13 years the Toronto Shorts International Film Festival is the largest short film festival in Canada.
Toronto Shorts is a non-profit organization that provides a showcase for the best short films and its creators from around the world, annually in the heart of Toronto.
We feel that short-form cinema and its creators should have their own premier film festival in Toronto deserving similar recognition given to the feature film and its creators.
Toronto Shorts is where films from all genres intersect. The heart of the festival is the quality and scope of extraordinary film programming which consists of a wide spectrum of categories from high to low budget films under 45 minutes.
The festival has become a career stepping stone, establishing a tradition of discovering and promoting filmmakers who have gone on to be Academy Awards Nominees, including :
2021 Oscar Nominee 'The Present' by Farah Nabulsi
2019 Oscar Nominee ‘Weekends’ by Trevor Jimenez
2018 Oscar Nominees 'Watu Wote - All of Us' (Germany) and 'The Eleven O'Clock' (Australia)
Toronto stands as the largest media market in Canada, it boasts the world-renowned Royal Ontario Museum, the massive Art Gallery of Ontario, the Soulpepper Theatre Company, the Toronto Symphony Orchestra, and now includes a premier international short film festival.
We showcase the best short films and its filmmakers from around the world.
The fourth edition of the Pila Audiovisual Festival (FAP), produced by the Municipality of Pila and organized by the Padre Adolfo Anastasio Municipal Film Theater, will be held in person in Pila from August 28 to 31, 2025.
This festival aims to stimulate and facilitate meetings between members of the cinematography, promote the exhibition, production and reflection on audiovisual production in our locality, generate zonal ties, and present films of all genres, accompanied by their representatives, to
contribute to the development of culture and the progress and dissemination of the audiovisual industry.