Vertical Shorts Festival is the first international film festival dedicated exclusively to vertical filmmaking (9:16 aspect ratio) a bold and modern format reshaping how stories are told and experienced. We celebrate creators who embrace the mobile-first world and use vertical video not as a constraint, but as a canvas for innovation.
Whether it’s a gripping drama, a supernatural thriller, a heartfelt romance, or a daring fantasy, we’re looking for bold voices and fresh perspectives across genres, as long as they’re vertical.
Our mission is to spotlight emerging and established filmmakers who are pushing visual storytelling forward. We welcome smartphone filmmakers, experimental creators, and anyone exploring this unique format with purpose, passion, and cinematic craft.
Join us and be part of a new movement in cinema, where your vertical vision takes center stage.
FILMOHZ 2026 aims to promote dialogue between architecture, the city, and audiovisual language through the selection, screening, and recognition of cinematic works that explore new forms of representation, interpretation, and narration of built space.
The festival seeks to establish itself as an international meeting point for filmmakers, architects, visual artists, researchers, and creators who understand architecture as a narrative, emotional, cultural, and social dimension.
Festival of Future Storytellers has been one of the most important festivals for young filmmakers worldwide since 1981. Each year, it offers young filmmakers from all over the world a platform for presenting their own short films and exchanging ideas about filmmaking. Each November, Munich becomes the focal point of up-and-coming international filmmaking — a place for lively exchange, networking, and discussion.
The short fiction, documentary, and animated films screened in international competition are eligible for valuable prizes, which are awarded by an independent festival jury. In addition, Festival of Future Storytellers presents a DACH Short Film Competition, in which short films from the DACH region will be programmed. An extensive supporting programme with panels and masterclasses complements the film programme.
Frontera Films Corporation from the city of Cúcuta is organizing the 8th International Film Festival of Norte de Santander.
Welcome to the participants of this edition in 2026. We are seeking enthusiasts and professionals in the audiovisual world who want to take part in the call for entries for the 8th International Film Festival of Norte de Santander.
The 9th International Film Festival of Norte de Santander is organized by Frontera Films Corporation. It emerges from the need to create a film industry in the region, from the Colombian-Venezuelan border and from an educational and training perspective. Our goal is to promote cinema in the department of Norte de Santander and the border region, making it the most important festival in the northeastern part of Colombia.
With the aim of showcasing Norte de Santander as a department that engages in audiovisual dynamics, we will have hybrid and semi-presential events in the cities of Cúcuta, Los Patios, Pamplona, and Villa del Rosario, as well as virtual events. Therefore, similar to last year, the festival will feature in-person screenings of short and feature films.
CONVERSATIONS, WORKSHOPS, AND JURIES:
There will be conversations, workshops, and talks with professionals from the national film industry.
The juries will consist of qualified individuals and professionals in the national film industry, as well as representatives from the festival organization.
More events will be announced soon.
Escenario: Cinema + Music, is the first musical documentary film festival in Argentina.
In 2026, it will mark its seventh edition and return with its international feature film competition.
CARDÓS FILM FESTIVAL 2026
International Mountain Film Festival
PRESENTATION
The City Council of Vall de Cardós, in collaboration with the Cultural, Civic and Sports Association of the Valls de Cardós, announces the celebration of the second edition of the CARDÓS FILM FESTIVAL that will take place from October 10 to 12, 2026, in Vall de Cardós (Pallars Sobirà) and will have, as a nerve centre, the historical Sociocultural venue La Boïga, in Ribera de Cardós, with complementary activities around the town.
We are pleased to announce an important novelty in this year's edition of our short film contest. With the aim of reflecting the richness and diversity of the mountain territories, the contest adopts a new official theme, opening the call for works that explore any aspect that revolves around the thematic axis of the mountains.
We want the contest to be a global showcase of mountain identity, without borders, convening this year's International Short Film Competition with the following TERMS AND CONDITIONS:
The International Fantastic and Horror Film Festival in Tàrrega - Galacticat, which is held every year since 2014, is the first and only fantastic and horror film Festival in the lands of Lleida, aimed at all moviegoers in general and lovers of science fiction and terror in particular and with a clear divulgative vocation. The Galacticat was born as an initiative to recover the universal Sci-Fi classics for the general public and to delve into this culture that has articulated the universe of cinema since its inception. Over the years, the Galacticat has grown, involving citizens more and more in this film festival, gradually increasing the programmed activities, parties, concerts, screenings, public attendance, industry activities and the response of the film industry.
FECIUCH is a public university film festival that seeks to promote audiovisual and cinematic culture at the national level, fostering the inclusion of regional schools and valuing audiovisual works not only for their artistic and social content, but also for their treatment of language, form, and critical perspective, created within student learning environments.
Through this festival, we aim to bring together a broad community of students, professors, and alumni, creating a diverse and open university meeting point—an artistic space for the community, an exhibition, discussion, and development for emerging voices and perspectives. We seek to promote contemporary cinema that, faced with the challenges of modernity and limited resources, embraces innovation and reinvention.
We believe in cinema that, far from replicating established formulas, dares to explore new perspectives, languages, and narrative forms. Cinema that, despite limited access to resources, amplifies the authenticity of its voices, creativity, and commitment to expression through learning and experimentation. This space seeks to showcase works born from the urgent need to create, engaging with the present and projecting the future of cinema from a student perspective, exploring and breaking down the established boundaries of the industry.
In this and future editions, we will work to expand our reach to promote and support the development of works at various stages of production, as well as serve as a bridge between university-based creative work and the industry. Furthermore, in this edition, we have partnered with UChile TV as a media partner and with the National School of Cinematographic Arts (ENAC) of the National Autonomous University of Mexico, thus beginning a process of international expansion. The first stage of this collaboration is being carried out through non-competitive screenings, with the intention of gradually incorporating these into the festival's competitive framework.
The Festival on the Cinema was born in 2020, when many actors and film directors were left unemployed or suspended from their work in the arts due to the crisis caused by the pandemic. That's when the project began, interviewing them via Zoom to learn a little about their activities, with the intention of supporting them during this difficult time and giving them the opportunity to showcase their work while we were all locked down during the crisis. Sharing something positive was always something that kept us hopeful that everything would return to normal.
Chulpicine began its work in 2002 with the first ever Itinerant Children & Youth Film Festival in Quito. The warm welcome that the project received allowed the festival to become an annual event during the months of July to September, bringing an educational and entertaining event at no cost, to sectors with few cultural activities.
Thanks to the positive reaction, Chulpicine became a cultural and educational non-profit foundation in June 2004. After more than 10 years of experience, Chulpicine have reach a stable proposal and working methodology that has spread at national level. The Festival has promoted the creation of coaching staff; cultural managers working in different communities; and a large group of followers.
Chulpicine has designed a set of activities and workshops for institutions, community organizations or outreach workers to educate and train in different areas related to cinema, audiovisual, communication and Internet used as social intervention tools. These activities and workshops have been the beginning of a formation of learning communities by harnessing the capabilities of young people, as well as the setting up of an active and engaged network of social facilitators through the film and audiovisual work.
The Foundation carries out the following program lines: training; intervention; appropriation of public spaces; diffusion and production. This line of work is an alternative to foster community networks to develop communication skills, analysis and reflection in the various stakeholders of the community, thereby strengthening its organizational and self-development skills.
The foundation has a multidisciplinary team currently working on the projects. These people are responsible for different areas: there is a psychologist, a producer, a programmer, a communicator and an accountant.
In addition, every year about 12 people are hired to assist in the implementation of activities. This group is made up of people who have worked in the past in the festival and some new young people that wish to join the group. Also, each year we have the support of volunteers from different organizations.
The Mairena del Aljarafe Short Film Festival, Mairena Film Festival (here in after MAIFF) will be a cultural event with a program that will host different activities (meetings with industry professionals, 36h short film making rally, projections of the official section...). The festival will be held from October 9 to 17, 2026
in the Seville town of Mairena del Aljarafe.
Atalaya is an international festival that aims to give a voice to films that deal with issues as important as social justice and Human Rights, covering topics such as inequality in all its forms, democratic memory, poverty, solidarity, education, health and well-being, peace, sustainability, and more.
It takes place in the autumn in the town of Casariche, located east of the province of Seville.
The SITGES - International Fantastic Film Festival of Catalonia is a specialized, competitive fantastic genre Festival in accordance with the regulations established by the FIAPF (International Federation of Film Producers Associations). The Festival has also been declared a “Qualified Festival” by the Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences® in the United States. This means that those shorts winning the awards for “Best Short Film” in the Official Fantàstic Selection and “Best Short Film” in the Anima’t category will automatically be taken into consideration by the Hollywood Academy Awards® selection committee.
The second edition of the Pettineo Short Movie Fest aims to strengthen the synergy between cinema and the local area. The Festival's primary goal is to showcase the wonderful locations in our country and surrounding areas, offering an alternative promotional opportunity and strategic local development.
Do you love SciFi? We do too! The San Francisco SCIENCE FICTION SHORT FILM & TV AWARDS celebrate some of the most year's fascinating, creative and entertaining short films, online videos or streaming, television episodes, and directors. They honor great work and excellence.
The SF SCI-FI SFTA accepts short films and videos, television episodes and pilots, and poster art, and is dedicated to discovering and honoring the passionate and exciting film genre known as science fiction.
The San Francisco SCIENCE FICTION SHORT FILM & TV AWARDS ceremony takes place in one of San Francisco’s unique venues, and , and is an memorable evening bringing together short films, videos, director appearances, fans, and of course SCI-FI awards
We invite you to be a part of the second edition of the Port Said Film Festival - a celebration of cinema in one of Egypt's most renowned coastal cities, the valiant city of Port Said. The festival aims to put Port Said on the global map of film festivals, providing filmmakers with a distinguished platform to showcase their art where the Mediterranean Sea meets the Suez Canal.
What sets us apart:
• Exclusive screenings of local and international films
• Opportunities to connect with film industry professionals
• Workshops and masterclasses led by seasoned experts
• Discussion panels on the future of Egyptian and global cinema
Join us in September for an unforgettable experience that blends art, culture, and the enchanting allure of the sea and canal.
Submit your film now and be a part of this distinguished cultural event!
The Zagora International Film Festival was born from a deep desire to create a genuine space for cultural exchange, allowing filmmakers from all over the world to immerse themselves in the Saharan and Amazigh cultures—a living, multidimensional culture that spans cinema, music, the arts of daily life, local cuisine, communal spirit, nature, and values of generosity and hospitality.
Arriving in Zagora is a unique experience for directors and guests, where the encounter goes beyond film screenings to include direct human and cultural interaction with the place and its people, in a context that respects local traditions while celebrating diversity.
The festival covers accommodation, meals, and local transportation within Zagora for all participants, ensuring that filmmakers can fully immerse themselves in the cultural and cinematic experience without logistical concerns."
During the festival, daily excursions are organized to explore the region’s historical and cultural landmarks, including Tamegroute, the Amezrou Kasbah, and the historic Koranic Library, enhancing visitors’ understanding of the rich cultural context the city embodies.
The festival consists of two official sections:
Documentary Competition
Short Film Competition (maximum 15 minutes)
An independent jury is appointed for each category, composed of cinematic and cultural figures, ensuring fair and specialized evaluation for every type of film.
Screenings take place inside the cultural center of Zagora, in addition to open-air screenings in the desert on a large, specially prepared screen. This unique visual and human experience blends cinema with the desert environment, offering both the audience and guests an exceptional moment of film viewing beyond traditional theaters.
In Zagora, cinema becomes a true bridge for dialogue—a space where contemporary creativity meets living heritage, and where images connect with people and place. Participating in this festival is not merely a professional milestone, but a complete cultural and aesthetic experience that leaves a lasting impact on memory and imagination, giving films a human dimension that transcends the screen.
The festival invites all filmmakers and cineastes to embark on this artistic adventure in the heart of the desert, where stories are born from silence and cinema is told through the language of the land, light, and human presence.
It's India's one of the prestigious film festivals. aims to support and encourage budding Indie-filmmakers & low-budget filmmakers.
This section will showcase short films, feature films, Indie-web projects, documentaries, etc. Specially designed to help Indie-filmmakers/Documentary filmmakers. It also helps to place projects to the audience by providing sales support & distribution support.
1st International Film Festival Ilsenburg (I.F.I.) 2026
A “new little Locarno” in the Harz Mountains –
new international cinema in a medieval Romanesque setting
The 1st I.F.I. 2026 is more than a film festival – it marks the birth of a new cultural beacon in the Harz Mountains and Saxony-Anhalt.
In the atmospheric architecture of the monastery and castle high above the town of Ilsenburg, we will be presenting new international and national cinema from September 24 to 27, 2026, framed by one of Germany's most famous hiking and nature areas, the Harz National Park – and at the most beautiful time of year: the “golden autumn.”
Ilsenburg is an established and popular health resort and attracts thousands of tourists from all over Europe every year due to its particularly mild climate. As the ideal starting point for a hike up the highest mountain in northern Germany, the town is also known as the “Gateway to the Brocken.”
As Saxony-Anhalt's youngest and only location-based international film festival, from 2026 we will offer filmmakers from all over the world a setting that is probably unique in the world: the almost 1000-year-old UNESCO-worthy Romanesque castle and monastery complex with fantastic views of the surrounding Harz Mountains.
In official cooperations with the `City of Ilsenburg`, the ´Ilsenburg Monastery Foundation`, the `Friends and Supporters of Ilsenburg Monastery Association` and sponsors from business and industry the first I.F.I. will show latest film productions, including world-, German-, and European premieres. International feature films, short films, and documentaries will be screened in five different competition categories before the I.F.I. Awards will be presented for the first time in various categories: the main prize, the IFI2026 for the best international feature film.
Throughout the I.F.I. days, after selected screenings, industry professionals—invited directors, actors, and producers—will engage in a close intellectual exchange with the audience in the form of Q&A events or exclusive film talks. A film-related accompanying program of seminars and workshops with filmmakers and a (film) music program will round off the first I.F.I.
