The main requirement is that the short film must deal with any of the social issues related to gender equality:
coeducation, rights, gender violence, sexual violence; historical roles, women's participation in social life; work-life balance; equality policies; wage discrimination; glass ceiling; sticky floor; discrimination based on sex, gender or sexual orientation; invisibility; co-responsibility; sorority, etc.
For the rest of the conditions, please consult the terms and conditions.
OMOVIES 18
Call for Participation
The International Competition
on Lesbian Gay Transgender and Questioning audiovisual works.
Deadline: september 15, 2025
Preliminary remarks
The Association i Ken Onlus announces a competition for audiovisual lesbian gay transgender and/or questioning-themed works, at the 17th edition of OMOVIES – Lesbian Gay Transgender and Questioning Film Festival. The Festival will be held both on-line and in the cinema room.
14th of the Sant Andreu de la Barca Film Festival and framework of the Oriana Awards delivery.
The gala is held at the Nuria Espert Theater, where in one night the work of a year of filmmakers of short films, documentaries, web series and feature films is brought together.
SMR13 INTERNATIONAL INDEPENDENT FILM FESTIVAL
The SMR13 International Independent Film Festival is an annual, IMDb-certified, four (4)-day event held in the second half of November, in Saint-Mitre-Les-Remparts, in the south of France, near Marseille.
First and foremost, it's a physical festival, taking place in "La Manare", a dedicated performance hall with a total surface area of 1000m² and a capacity of 250 spectators.
The 10th edition of the SMR13 international independent film festival will take place from November 21 to 23, 2025.
The festival stands out for its highly developed network, passionate members and trusted partnerships. It is a unique showcase for independent cinema, attracting professionals from all over the world.
Since its inception, the festival has been supported by a patron, an emblematic figure in independent cinema. John Carpenter (2018), director, screenwriter and composer (Halloween, The Thing, New York 1997...). Andréa Ferréol (2019), actress (La Grande Bouffe, Le Dernier Métro, La Scoumoune...). Francis Ford Coppola (2019), director and screenwriter (Godfather, Apocalypse Now, Dracula...). Virginie Lemoine (2020), actress (Famille d'Accueil, Nos années parallèles, Oscar...). Sean S. Cunningham (2021), director and producer (Friday The 13th, Spring Break, DeepStar Six...). Patrice Leconte (2022 and 2023), director and producer (Les Bronzés, Les Spécialistes, Maigret, Olivier Marchal (2024), actor, screenwriter and director ( 36 quai des Orfèvres, Flics, Braquo and Pax Massillia.
Beautiful festival that takes place in Modica and Gela - ITALY.. Modica is the birthplace of Salvatore Quasimodo and the festival is dedicated to him, the Nobel Prize for poetry. The festival has reached its 16th edition and welcomes poets, videographers, directors, writers and any artist who deals with the theme of the Festival: Cinema and Poetry. The cinema section is for short films of videopoetry, short films of fiction, videoclips and feature films.
GIJÓN/XIXÓN INTERNATIONAL FILM FESTIVAL (FICX) aims to showcase a wide and varied selection of auteur cinema currently being produced worldwide and especially focused on innovative films and emerging filmmakers. High quality, personal, young in its shape, edgy and independent cinema at a creative level. During its selection process, the Festival will prioritise those works of interest that have their World, International, European or Spanish premiere at FICX as well as those that do not have commercial distribution agreements in the Spanish territory.
Acknowledged as “Specialized Festival” by the FIAPF (International Federation of Film Producers Association)
At Galindo Producciones, we are passionate about telling stories that captivate and excite. With more than 10 years of experience in the creation of short films, we specialize in transforming ideas into works materialized in audiovisuals that contribute to the community in social networks. Our mission is to discover and collaborate with new talents, providing a platform for their stories to come to life on the screen.
We are looking for creative screenwriters to participate in our new 3-2-1 call. The idea is simple: write a script with 3 locations, with 2 characters and 1 suitcase, with a free theme.
If your story is selected, we will turn it into a short film in collaboration with you. Don't miss the opportunity to see your cinematic vision come true!"
The Cinema Erotica Film Festival is a celebration of contemporary eroticism in its most captivating and artistic forms. We are dedicated to showcasing films that explore the intersection of desire, imagination, and cinematic mastery.
Eroticism is more than just physicality—it’s the art of evoking intimacy, passion, and allure through storytelling, visuals, and emotion.
At our festival, we invite creators and audiences alike to dive into narratives that provoke thought, stir desire, and ignite the imagination.
Today’s content creators have unprecedented access to tools that allow them to produce stunning, high-quality visuals.
Our mission is to discover and celebrate those who have invested their creativity, effort, and skill into crafting cinematic experiences that transcend the ordinary. Through a curated selection of films, we shine a spotlight on bold storytelling, striking visuals, and unique perspectives on what it means to be human and connected. Whether it’s a tender moment captured on film or a daring exploration of desire, the Cinema Erotica Film Festival is here to honor those who elevate the art of erotic storytelling.
On Halloween, Ibiza sheds its beaches, sun, and nightlife to become horror, blood, and fantasy. The IBIZA HALLOWEEN FESTIVAL has arrived.
CINEMA
· INTERNATIONAL FEATURE FILM COMPETITION
· INTERNATIONAL SHORTFILM COMPETITION
· BALEARIC SHORTFILM COMPETITION (only Producers and directora from Balearic Islands).
· TERROR EXPRESS: Concurso local de videos de terror grabados con el móvil durante el festival.
· JORNADAS PROFESIONALES. Master class, mesas redondas sobre género.
OTRAS ACTIVIDADES
· MONSTER WALK
· MONSTER FASHION SHOW:
· TUNEL DEL TERROR.
· Taller efectos especiales y maquillaje.
· Actuaciones musicales & teatrales.
The Halloween edition of the Animated Shorts Film Festival is here!
Cultura Groovy, in collaboration with Frames by Friends, presents the third edition of this meeting for animators based in Barcelona: a space to connect, collaborate and get inspired.
Got a creepy short film? Upload it and share it in person with an audience ready to be terrified.
Can't make it in person? Don't worry, although we'll give priority to filmmakers who can come in person, you have the opportunity to screen your work too.
Boden Film Week(BFW) is an indie film festival for indie filmmakers without any limitations or boundaries. We, the festival's team, believe that it is an incredible opportunity for filmmakers from all over the world to showcase their work and gain recognition from our audience.
BFW is dedicated to promoting the art of filmmaking and giving filmmakers a venue to present their work.
It's an excellent opportunity for filmmakers to obtain exposure and acknowledgement for their efforts and talent. The submission categories are extensive, covering feature and short films in a variety of genres such as documentaries, animation, comedy, drama, experimental, etc.
To choose the finest films in each category, the judging panel will thoroughly study and evaluate each submission. So, whether you're a filmmaker or artist looking to display your work and share your abilities with the world, Boden Film Week is a must-attend event. Submit your film today to be a part of this fantastic celebration of cinema!
This town is bewitched.
Fables of the Demons have taken deep root in the dark hearts of our followers both near and far, they come in droves to take in the horrors upon the silver screen.
Desmond District Demons is an annual independent film festival that takes place every October. We look to celebrate the dedication and passion of genre filmmakers from across the globe and especially in our locally grown talent in Michigan.
Our journey began with a shared vision among fellow filmmakers, a desire to create a platform where exceptional films could be showcased and appreciated for the artistry and dedication they embody.
Throughout our many seasons, we've been fortunate to witness the dark, twisted imaginations of filmmakers from every corner of the world to share with our audiences. Our communities shared devotion to genre cinema humbles us year after year.
Films from around the globe participate in a competition to win judged awards, as well as audience choice awards. (non-cash) We also like to bestow an award on our favorite Michigan filmmaker as well.
Michigan filmmakers submitting to the festival also have access to a special discount to encourage and help our local talent get their films on the silver screen in front of a live audience.
FESTIVAL INTERNACIONAL DE CORTOMETRAJES
5ª edición del SEX EDUCATION FILM FESTIVAL, festival internacional de cortometrajes de educación sexual.
El Sex Education Film Festival nace en una época de controversia. En la que en las escuelas y en la sociedad en general se debate sobre si se debe recibir o no una educación sexual. El Sex Education Film Festival se compromete con la educación y tiene dos selecciones oficiales una para adultos y otra para jóvenes y así mostrada en centros escolares de secundaria.
NATIONAL AND INTERNATIONAL COMPETITION
OF SHORT FILMS
2ND EDITION - YEAR 2025
INTRODUCTION
AQUICORTO is promoted by Abbo Production S.R.L., registered office in Via Appia 130 Venticano (AV) operational headquarters In Via Nino Bixio 49 Putignano (BA). The event is curated by Katiuscia Tomei.
PURPOSE OF THE REVIEW
The review, dedicated to the selection of the best short films, aims to support Abruzzo, national and international talents who want to try their hand at the art of filmmaking, expressing their skills and knowledge through the form of short film. The festival aims to showcase the most deserving.
MODE OF SELECTION OF WORKS
Pre-selection by the Examining Board:
The works received will be viewed and pre-selected by an Examining Board, whose judgment will be unquestionable. It will operate independently and following the guidelines of these regulations.
There are five sections in which to participate: International, National, Abruzzi, Environment, No to Violence. Authors born and resident in Abruzzo can only and exclusively participate in the Abruzzi section. The Commission will be made up of the Executive Board of Abbo Production S.R.L. and other experts in the field. It will have the task of making the selection on the basis of both the technique of realization and the mode of expression adopted by the author in dealing with the themes.
Since June 2024, we have been organising independent and international cinema screenings in Lisbon, its focus being short films.
Our festival's mission is to make culture accessible to everyone!
Curtas na Cesta is Shorts in the Basket in english because we dedicate our time into harvesting the best and freshest cinema out there.
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.
TU PUOI, the film festival for young people under 35, is the first edition of the Grosseto film festival.
A festival to promote the talent of young artists; this is our mission.
The idea was born from festival creator Sendy Giamattei, who wants to give a voice to young people whose voices are being taken away.
A festival for young people, created and conceived by young people.
AIM INTERNATIONAL DIGITAL SHORT-FILM FESTIVAL (AIMIDSF) is a competitive festival of short duration films, organized and conceptualized by Art Insight Medium (AIM), a nonprofit government registered trust from Pune, India. AIM's aim is to contribute to the development and promotion of artistic short films, documentaries, animation films and their production through a festival platform called AIMIDSF.
Film festivals are a vital link in the chain of global film culture. It’s sharing. Thanks to global digitalization and huge networking, Film Festivals are now an exceptional tool for crossing the communication channels from the most distant places. Film festivals are helping at the frontline of an increasingly polarized world. Speaking multiple languages, they give us the ability to hear a rich diversity of voices from the divided areas. Whatever happens in the farthest place of the world, it occupies the festival screens. So AIMIDSF is designed for a stage to display your talent. Come join us.
