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Deadline
14 May 2026


Published: 12 May 2026
 Does NOT have submission fees
Feature films


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Rani Durgavati International Film Festival

Jabalpur, India


The Rani Durgavati International Film Festival is designed to celebrate Cinema.

RDIFF is committed to Showcase films from amazing filmmakers across the globe. The festival welcomes films from around the world.

RDIFF is a Jabalpur, India based international film festival with screenings and Q&A and a twice-yearly awards event. One event is totally dedicated to Short Films and other event is for Full Length Films. There will be two events every year.

Our First Edition SUCCESSFULLY launched on 5th October 2023 for Short Films.
in June 2024 our Full Length Films Edition was a success.
The 3rd Edition for short films category was completed on 5 Oct 2024. Honorable MLA Shri Abhilash Pandey distributed the Awards. Edition 4 was filled with amazing films.

Edition 05 is the start of expanding towards Veeraangna Mahotsav.

Edition 06 will be on 24 June 2026, entries open from 14 Jan 2026.

Our main focus is to celebrate Cinema of Independent Filmmakers. We have a separate section for Indie Makers with less entry fee.

Note for Independent Filmmakers
As there are many films which did not get a release and makers did not get a good platform to showcase their cinema. RDIFF will provide them an online platform where they can schedule it and show it to the world. RDIFF will promote those films in the market (for that RDIFF will connect with the independent filmmakers separately, for query email us with Subject: RDIFF Play)

All projects officially selected will receive the official laurel and the custom certificate of achievement according to their final status in the competition through email.

The competition is open for professionals as well as students with separate section for student filmmakers.

Since we our guided by valour of Braveheart Queen Rani Durgavati, we will have a special category for Women Independent Filmmakers.

RDIFF is a festival with a difference.


International Festival

Feature film festival


 Fiction  Documentary  Animation  Fantastic  Other  Experimental



 
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Deadline
14 May 2026


Published: 12 May 2026
 Has submission fees
Short films


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Horizons IA

Punta del Este, Uruguay


Horizons IA – Punta del Este International AI Film Festival – celebrates its first edition from May 27 to 31 at The Grand Hotel in Punta del Este (Maldonado, Uruguay). This new international event is dedicated to exploring the creative possibilities of cinema made with artificial intelligence and the new forms of storytelling that emerge from the dialogue between artists and generative technologies.

Over five days, Horizons IA will present a selection of short films from around the world, along with talks, meetings, and the participation of national and international guests linked to cinema, technology, and digital arts.

With free admission, the festival seeks to become an open space for discovering new perspectives, experimenting with the audiovisual languages of the future, and connecting creators who are expanding the horizons of cinema in the age of artificial intelligence.


International Festival

Short film festival


 Fiction  Documentary  Animation  Fantastic  Terror  Other  Experimental  Music Video



 
Logo of VÔTI VÉI! - ARAÇATUBA INTERNATIONAL FANTASTIC FILM FESTIVAL

Deadline
13 May 2026


Published: 11 May 2026
 Does NOT have submission fees
Short films
Feature films


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VÔTI VÉI! - ARAÇATUBA INTERNATIONAL FANTASTIC FILM FESTIVAL

Araçatuba, Brazil


“Vôti Véi” is a typical expression from the city of Araçatuba and its surrounding region, in the countryside of the State of São Paulo, Brazil, used to express astonishment and surprise.

VÔTI VÉI! The Araçatuba International Fantastic Film Festival is dedicated to films within the fantastic genre, including fantasy, horror, and science fiction. The festival features competitive short film sections and special screenings of feature films, bringing together Brazilian and international productions.

The event will take place from August 20 to 23, 2026, at Teatro Castro Alves, in Araçatuba – SP, Brazil. It is the first festival dedicated to fantastic cinema in the Araçatuba region.


International Festival

Short film festival

Feature film festival


 Fantastic  Terror



 
Logo of Eurasia Kinofest International Film Festival

Deadline
12 May 2026


Published: 10 May 2026
 Does NOT have submission fees
Short films
Feature films


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Eurasia Kinofest International Film Festival

Сочи, Russia


Eurasia Kinofest it's is a big film festival. Last year, 90 films from 25 countries were shown as part of the festival, and 400 guests from 30 countries came to the festival.

This year we are planning an even larger scale.

Three competitive programs
Special events
Non-competition screenings and retrospectives

Business program - panel sessions and public talks with experts from different countries

Master classes, theatre performances and much more...

festival without entry fees


International Festival

Short film festival

Feature film festival


 Fiction  Documentary



 
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Deadline
11 May 2026


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


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Realidades Imaginarias II

Yecla, Spain


Imaginary Realities II Film Festival for the town of Yecla (Murcia).

A festival aimed at secondary school students. For ESO (Compulsory Secondary Education) and Bachillerato (Upper Secondary Education) students.

This festival is part of YECLA EN CORTO, which is held annually.


Short film festival


 Fiction



 
Logo of El Centro En Corto, I Certamen De Cortometrajes De La AsociaciÓn Centro HistÓrico De MÁlaga, Cca

Deadline
11 May 2026


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


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El Centro En Corto, I Certamen De Cortometrajes De La AsociaciÓn Centro HistÓrico De MÁlaga, Cca

Málaga , Spain


Camera, lights and... Málaga! Take part in the 1st “El Centro en Corto” Short Film Competition

Do you have a story to tell, with Málaga as your perfect setting? The Málaga Historic Centre Association invites you to take part in the 1st “El Centro en Corto” Short Film Competition.

This initiative aims to promote audiovisual talent and transform the perception of urban space, inviting creators to turn Málaga’s Historic Centre into a living, dynamic character through their stories.

What you need to know to participate

• Who can apply? Any Málaga-based creator, producer or distributor may take part, as well as residents or students enrolled in higher education institutions in the city (University of Málaga, School Training, etc.).

Applicants must be over 18 years old and hold the rights to the submitted work.

• Theme: The theme is open. However, it is an essential requirement that Málaga’s Historic Centre be a main and recognizable location in the work, integrated organically into the narrative.

• Accepted genres: Fiction, documentary, animation and experimental works are accepted.

• Length: The running time of the work may not exceed 12 minutes, including credits.

• Exclusivity: Only works produced after October 1, 2025 will be accepted. In addition, the works must not have been previously screened in festivals or competitive showcases held in the city of Málaga.

Awards and Recognition

An Official Jury made up of distinguished figures from the worlds of cinema and culture will decide the main awards. In addition, the competition will include an Audience Jury. The categories are:

• First Prize “El Centro en Corto”
• Second Prize “El Centro en Corto”
• Audience Award “El Centro en Corto”: Granted to the short film in the Official Section that receives the most likes on the Instagram profile of the Málaga Historic Centre Association (@centrohistoricomalaga).

All awards include a competition diploma, upload to the organizers’ YouTube channel, and in-person screenings of the works.

Dates and Submission

• Submission period: The submission and material delivery period will be open from March 27 to May 4, until 12:00 a.m. Only one work may be submitted per author.

Do not miss the opportunity to showcase your audiovisual talent and help highlight the material and intangible heritage of Málaga’s Historic Centre.


International Festival

Short film festival


 Fiction  Documentary  Animation  Fantastic  Terror  Other  Experimental  Music Video



 
Logo of FECISO - Social Films International Festival (Castilla-la Mancha)

Deadline
10 May 2026


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


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FECISO - Social Films International Festival (Castilla-la Mancha)

Torrijos, Spain


Aware of the importance of audiovisual media in Spanish society today and, trying to make them both a comunication and education media, to promote values of solidarity and tolerance, the International Social Film Festival of Castilla-La Mancha was born and it will be held in Toledo, It will continue in Toledo, Torrijos, Cuenca, Olías del Rey...

In this Festival are invited to take part to public and private entities that share the same concerns.

The Festival consists of several sections, including a contest of short and documentaries, social issues include: xenophobia, generational conflict, child labor, domestic violence, social roles, ecology, children´s rights, coexistence, etc.


International Festival

Short film festival


 Fiction  Documentary  Fantastic  Terror  Other



 
Logo of Universe Multicultural Film Festival

Deadline
10 May 2026


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


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Universe Multicultural Film Festival

Rancho Palos Verdes, United States


The Universe Multicultural Film Festival seeks to bring to the best of classic and contemporary filmmaking from the world; Committed to enlightening the public with a unique international film program, a forum for cultural understanding and enriching educational opportunities. The Festival focuses on showcasing diverse cultural and heritages films, supports the creation and advancement of innovative and artistic cinematic works of both emerging and seasoned filmmakers and proudly embraces the passion, independent spirit and vision of these talented artists. With the integration of the local community and educational institutions into all aspects of the Festival, the Festival stimulates an interest in the study and appreciation of film and encourages people of all ages and background to participate and share the harmony universe.


International Festival

Short film festival

Feature film festival


 Fiction  Documentary  Animation  Fantastic  Terror  Other  Experimental  Music Video



 
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Deadline
10 May 2026


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


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Filmambiente | International Environment Films Festival

Rio de Janeiro, Brazil


Filmambiente, the International Environmental Film Festival, annually shows the best recent films and videos on Human Rights and environmental issues, to create awareness, provoke debate and to widen knowledge and conscience on the need of urgent changes in the behavior of people, governments and companies, in order to preserve the planet. All the screenings are free of charge to reach a broad audience.

Filmambiente works all year around in association with other environmental film festivals, through the Green Film Network, to broaden awareness and attends different festivals and film events worldwide, to select the best available films and videos to present to the Brazilian audience.


International Festival

Short film festival

Feature film festival


 Fiction  Documentary  Animation



 
Logo of Certamen Nacional de Cortometrajes de L`ALFÀS DEL PI

Deadline
10 May 2026


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

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Certamen Nacional de Cortometrajes de L`ALFÀS DEL PI

L’Alfàs del Pi , Spain


XXXVIII NATIONAL SHORT FILM COMPETITION OF L’ALFÀS DEL PI


GOYA!

Short film festival


 Fiction  Animation  Fantastic  Terror



 
Logo of LE CHOUETTE FESTIVAL

Deadline
10 May 2026


Published: 08 May 2026
 Has submission fees
Short films


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LE CHOUETTE FESTIVAL

RIEUX MINERVOIS, France


Dear filmmakers,

Welcome to our page! We know how many festivals there are and how difficult it is to choose which ones to submit to. The following will hopefully help you learn more about our festival and decide if our festival is right for you.

As filmmakers, we organize a film festival that we would like to attend: simple and professional, humble with a zest of sparkle, in short a glamourous festival set in the country-side.

We are proud to say that EACH film is seen by three different people on our selection committee.

ALL films are treated the same. One quote is for ALL prices. You don't pay extra for extra attention.

Our editorial line has evolved: we no longer have a particular theme because this has caused us to miss some very good films. Some remaining eliminatory criteria rest: inaudible or bad sound, gratuitous violence or pornographic scenes...

We love ALL GENRES of storytelling: science fiction, fantasy films, romantic comedies, thrillers, dramas, crazy short films, young audience, animation and Documentaries

For the filmmakers present (2 per film), we offer a festival pass, breakfast + meal tickets, a 5-taster pass for the Saturday wine tasting, the famous Sunday brunch and a closing dinner with our volunteers after the festival.

We cannot cover accommodation costs (our site gives you addresses to help) or travel costs.

We are setting up one shuttle per day to and from Narbonne or Carcassonne stations. From Carcassonne, you can take a bus there are many going direct to Rieux Minervois.

For filmmakers coming from abroad, we have other arrangements (contact us at lechouettefestival@gmail.com)

Le chouette festival is located in Rieux Minervois, a small village in Aude, situated between Carcassonne and Narbonne, the festival takes place every year on the first weekend of October.

This year it runs from the 28th of September to the 4th of October 2026.


International Festival

Short film festival


 Fiction  Animation  Fantastic



 
Logo of Ulsan Ulju Mountain Film Festival

Deadline
08 May 2026


Published: 06 May 2026
 Does NOT have submission fees
Short films
Feature films

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Ulsan Ulju Mountain Film Festival

울주군 Ulju-gun, South Korea


Ulsan Ulju Mountain Film Festival(UMFF) is the first international mountain film festival in South Korea, dedicated to presenting and promoting films & culture dealing with mountains, adventure, exploration, nature, and the environment. The festival also provides an opportunity for filmmakers and mountaineers to meet and exchange ideas through seminars, events, screenings, and social gatherings.

The 11th UMFF will be held in Ulsan & Ulju, South Korea in autumn, 2026.


International Festival

Short film festival

Feature film festival


 Fiction  Documentary  Animation  Other  Experimental



 
Logo of Social World Film Festival

Deadline
08 May 2026


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


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Social World Film Festival

Vico Equense, Italy


“Social World Film Festival” is the most emotional festival in the world with events, movies, previews, innovative activities, jury of young people and professionals, workshops, competitions, presentations and thousands of visitors.

The sixteenth edition of the International Social Cinema Festival “Social World Film Festival” will take place from 21 to 28 June 2026 in Vico Equense (Sorrento Coast - Italy) between activities in presence and innovative streaming modes aimed as always to ensure the interaction, direct and in connection, of the authors with the audience of the event.

The winners of the competitive selections are awarded during the Gala Night scheduled for the sixteenth edition in Vico Equense (Sorrento Coast - Italy).

Participating to the International Festival of Social Cinema “Social World Film Festival” offers some specially selected works the exclusive possibility to be presented in events organized worldwide thats in the last ten years, we have involved 28 cities in 40 events on five continents including Los Angeles, New York, Rio de Janeiro, Wien, Washington DC, Seoul, Busan, Berlin, Barcelona, Amsterdam, Cannes, Monte Carlo, Paris, Istanbul, San Francisco, Tokyo, Sydney, Marseilles, Palma, Tunis, Hong Kong, Jakarta.


International Festival

Short film festival

Feature film festival


 Fiction  Documentary  Animation  Fantastic  Other  Experimental  Music Video



 
Logo of Curta-se - Festival Iberoamericano De Cinema De Sergipe

Deadline
08 May 2026


Published: 06 May 2026
 Does NOT have submission fees
Short films
Feature films


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Curta-se - Festival Iberoamericano De Cinema De Sergipe

Aracaju, Brazil


CURTA-SE 25 – The Ibero-American Film Festival of Sergipe is produced by AVBR PRODUÇÕES LTDA - ME and has as its mission to broaden public access to Ibero-American audiovisual production, to promote the exchange between filmmakers from Brazil and Ibero-America, to valorize the short film as a specific language, and to foster the creative economy and accessibility.

Ibero-American Digital Cinema: Films made by Ibero-American producers and/or directors who have lived in Brazil for more than 2 years, completed between 2024 and 2026, in the following categories:

a) Ibero-American Short Film – films with a running time of up to 20 minutes, in the genres of documentary, fiction, and animation, produced in countries of the Ibero-American region;

b) Sergipe Short Film – with a running time of up to 20 minutes, in the genres of documentary, fiction, and animation, with a director and producer from Sergipe or based in the state for more than 2 years;

c) Feature Film – with a running time of 70 minutes or more;

d) Trailer – Trailer for a short or feature film with a running time of up to 4 minutes;

e) Music Video – with a running time of up to 6 minutes.


International Festival

Short film festival

Feature film festival


 Fiction  Documentary  Animation  Experimental  Music Video



 
Logo of BEFREE ESCOLAR

Deadline
08 May 2026


Published: 06 May 2026
 Does NOT have submission fees
Short films


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BEFREE ESCOLAR

ZARAGOZA, Spain


Only for audiovisual works by Spanish students


Short film festival


 Fiction  Documentary  Animation  Fantastic  Terror  Other  Experimental  Music Video



 
Logo of Bucharest AI Film Festival

Deadline
08 May 2026


Published: 06 May 2026
 Has submission fees
Short films


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Bucharest AI Film Festival

Bucharest, Romania


Artificial intelligence is changing how films are made. BAIFF (Bucharest AI Film Festival) is Romania's first festival dedicated to this shift. We bring together AI filmmakers and professionals from the film and advertising industries to screen international work, exchange perspectives, and take stock of where the craft is heading. Beyond the competition, BAIFF is a conversation between two worlds. If you're making films with AI, this is where your work belongs.


International Festival

Short film festival


 Fiction  Documentary  Animation  Fantastic  Terror  Other  Experimental  Music Video



 
Logo of Sleeping Owl Film Festival

Deadline
07 May 2026


Published: 05 May 2026
 Has submission fees
Short films
Feature films


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Sleeping Owl Film Festival

Delhi, India


Sleeping Owl Film Fest event which aims to discover and recognize new talents from all over the world. It was created in order to support short filmmakers providing a critical evaluation of their work.

What makes a short film a great film it's not how ambitious the story is, but the way the story is being told. The ingredients to have a great short film are a great script, directing,camerawork, lighting and editing.

There are a lot of films that are interesting, but have a careless sound. Every filmmaker must care about the sound before the shooting, it's one of the most important cinematic elements. Catch great actors, not models! It's another advise we provide so that stories can be told in a real way, not in a theatricality way.


International Festival

Short film festival

Feature film festival


 Fiction  Documentary  Animation  Fantastic  Terror  Other  Experimental  Music Video



 
Logo of Athens Short Film Festival

Deadline
05 May 2026


Published: 03 May 2026
 Has submission fees
Short films


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Athens Short Film Festival

Athens, Greece


The Athens Short Film Festival is an annual event that spotlights international independent breakout shorts. Taking place in the multicultural and artistic Greek capital, ASFF supports the city’s underground scene and breaks its geographical boundaries by gathering a mixed audience of locals and internationals. Local cinemas have always been a place where conversations and debates on social, political and gender issues sparked. And it is part of ASFF’s mission to rejuvenate these spaces and honour their cultural significance.

The Festival’s screening programme features emerging talents from all over the world and all filmmakers regardless of background are invited to submit their artworks. Expanding year by year, the Athens Short Film Festival aims to enrich its programme with industry events, workshops and seminars and become a reference Film festival for the Athenian independent cinema scene.

The Athens Short Festival is organised by HFP, a pioneer organisation that runs Film Festivals and other events showcasing and championing ideas of diversity. Through our global series of film Festivals that spread over 13 countries, we open the path to voices with a compelling story to share. Our main mission is to honour independent cinema and establish a network of artists eager to join forces and spread their work across all nations.


International Festival

Short film festival


 Fiction  Documentary  Animation  Experimental  Music Video



 
Logo of QueerHub London Film Festival

Deadline
05 May 2026


Published: 03 May 2026
 Has submission fees
Short films


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QueerHub London Film Festival

London, United Kingdom


A London-based queer film screening with live audience, filmmaker Q&A, and curated networking.

QueerHub Film Festival brings together emerging and established filmmakers to showcase bold LGBTQIA+ stories in an intimate, community-driven setting.

Selected films will be presented to a live audience in London, followed by filmmaker conversations and networking opportunities.

We welcome a wide range of cinematic works, including short films, documentaries, animation, and experimental pieces that explore themes such as identity, community, love, transformation, and social change.

We particularly encourage submissions from trans and non-binary filmmakers, as well as films that engage meaningfully with trans and non-binary experiences and perspectives.

Queer Hub fosters dialogue and connection through curated screenings, Q&A sessions, and opportunities for audience engagement. The festival also supports artist development through workshops and community-driven activities, encouraging collaboration across creative disciplines.

We are committed to inclusion, accessibility, and social impact — creating a platform that amplifies underrepresented voices and supports emerging talent.

Filmmakers are invited to contribute their work and be part of a growing network shaping the future of queer storytelling.


International Festival

Short film festival


 Fiction  Documentary  Animation  Fantastic  Terror  Other  Experimental



 
Logo of Traveling School Film Festival Mboro (FIFE)

Deadline
05 May 2026


Published: 03 May 2026
 Does NOT have submission fees
Short films
Feature films


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Traveling School Film Festival Mboro (FIFE)

Mboro, Senegal


The Traveling School Film Festival (FIFE) is an annual event showcasing cinema, audiovisual media, and digital creation. It is an initiative of the Mboro International Center for Practical Training and the NGO Youth and Development, and relies on the partnership of the Girl Guides and Boy Scouts of Senegal, the Jokkoo Consulting Agency, and several other stakeholders in Senegal and around the world.

To manage the regular organization of the film festival it initiated, an Economic Interest Group (GIE) was established: GIE Les Associés du Film d’École (School Film Associates), whose primary mission is the annual organization of the Traveling School Film Festival, FIFE.


International Festival

Short film festival

Feature film festival


 Fiction  Documentary  Animation  Fantastic  Other  Experimental