Das RIZOMA Festival Internacional de Cine & Cultura Entrelazada hat sich zum Ziel gesetzt, wegweisende Arbeiten auf der internationalen Bühne zu feiern, neue Stimmen im spanischen und spanischsprachigen Kino zu entdecken und zu unterstützen und zeitgenössische audiovisuelle Trends aufzugreifen. RIZOMA zielt auch darauf ab, die Sichtbarkeit und den Zugang zu Vertrieb und Vermarktung unabhängiger Vorschläge zu erleichtern.
Human, Madrid Human Rights Film Festival mit Sitz in Madrid, der spanischen Hauptstadt, feiert seine 10. jährliche Ausgabe mit einem Programm, das sich auf Menschenrechte und Freiheiten konzentriert.
Das Programm umfasst Fiktion, Animation und Dokumentarfilm in Kurz-, Mittellangen- und Spielfilmen und vereint aufstrebende und etablierte Stimmen aus verschiedenen Regionen. Die Werke werden aufgrund ihrer künstlerischen Qualität, Strenge und thematischen Relevanz ausgewählt, wobei Perspektiven bevorzugt werden, die die öffentliche Debatte erweitern und kritisches Denken fördern.
Das Festival ist eine kulturelle, pädagogische und partizipative Veranstaltung, die als Raum für Reflexion und Dialog über Menschenrechte und Freiheiten dient. Neben den Vorführungen bietet es Fragen und Antworten nach der Vorführung, Gespräche mit Experten und Aktivitäten zur Einbindung des Publikums für verschiedene Zielgruppen — darunter junge Menschen und Bildungseinrichtungen. Sie wird von Derechos en Acción organisiert, einer unabhängigen zivilgesellschaftlichen, gemeinnützigen Organisation mit einem besonderen beratenden Status beim ECOSOC (Vereinte Nationen), die sich für die Förderung und Verteidigung dieser Prinzipien durch Kultur und Kino einsetzt.
The Austin Comedy Short Film Festival is a bi-annual event for comedy filmmakers and screenwriters from all over the world to showcase their creative works in Austin, Texas. We screen short comedy films in a "back to back" format on HD Blu-Ray DVD at the Alamo Drafthouse - Lakeline in Austin. The Austin Comedy Short Film Festival is searching for funny and engaging films to entertain a comedy loving audience. Did you know that the Austin Comedy Short Film Festival posts about each and every official selection on social media? Don't miss this marketing opportunity to get more exposure for your work creative work.
CineCulpable ist das Vila-real Kurzfilm International Festival. Im Jahr 2020 kommen wir zur 23. Auflage an.
Diese Ausgabe ist offen für alle Künstler, die ihre Arbeit in einer der Amtssprachen in
der Valencianischen Gemeinschaft: spanisch oder valencianisch.
15th Delhi International Film Festival (DIFF) 2026: Celebrating 15 Years of Cinematic Excellence, Global Diplomacy, and Cultural Confluence
Introduction & The 15-Year Legacy
The Delhi International Film Festival (DIFF) proudly marks its 15th milestone edition in 2026, celebrating a glorious decade and a half of bringing world cinema to the heart of India's capital. Over the past 15 years, DIFF has evolved into one of Asia's most prestigious cultural events. It serves as a vital bridge between India's vast regional film industries and global filmmakers.
Crucially, DIFF is organized as an official event featuring films exempted by the Ministry of Information and Broadcasting (MIB), Government of India. This prestigious regulatory backing ensures that groundbreaking international narratives, artistic expressions, and diverse cultural voices are screened seamlessly without conventional censorship barriers, maintaining the highest standards of artistic freedom.
Festival Overview & Vision (15th Edition)
The 15th edition of DIFF was organized as a grand five-day cinematic gala from May 4 to May 8, 2026, in New Delhi. The festival was hosted in prestigious collaboration with the Indira Gandhi National Centre for the Arts (IGNCA), Ministry of Culture, Government of India.
The mega event culminated in a vibrant closing ceremony that stood as a testament to art, global diplomacy, and the power of narrative. This year, the festival achieved monumental scale by showcasing 178 films representing over 51 countries, making it a true global melting pot of storytelling.
Core Curations, Themes, and Special Focus
DIFF 2026 curated its massive lineup across distinct, highly competitive categories:
• Indian Showcase & World Cinema: Highlighting commercial and parallel masterpieces.
• Arab Cinema & NRI Cinema: Documenting the diaspora experience and Middle Eastern narratives.
• Cinema Across the Border: Breaking geopolitical barriers through shared human experiences.
• Special Regional & Geopolitical Focus: This year, the festival placed a definitive spotlight on Arab Cinema and the rich, untapped cinematic heritage of India's Northeastern region.
• Social & Humanitarian Core Themes: The definitive soul of the 15th edition was its curated screening of powerful films deeply centered on Women’s Empowerment and critical Social Issues concerning Children.
A Proven Track Record of Global Accolades
DIFF holds an unparalleled reputation for discovering cinematic masterpieces before they hit the global mainstream:
• National Award Success: 8 films screened and awarded at DIFF in previous editions have gone on to win India's prestigious National Film Awards.
• Oscar Legacy: 4 foreign films screened at DIFF have served as the Official Academy Award (Oscar) entries on behalf of their respective countries.
• Global Country Partners: Over 15 years, nations like Canada, Sri Lanka, Indonesia, Morocco, Tunisia, Palestine, Russia, Palestine, and France have proudly served as official Country Partners.
• Africa in the Spotlight: This 15th edition featured a special institutional partnership with the National Film Institute of Mozambique (INICC), amplifying African voices.
Cultural Diplomacy & Global Footprint
DIFF is not merely a screening venue; it is an active vehicle for India's cultural diplomacy:
• International Screenings: DIFF has successfully organized dedicated Indian film programs globally, including in the Morocco, DPRK (North Korea), Sri Lanka, Egypt, Jordan, and Tunisia.
• Global Collaborations: Last year, in tandem with the Indian Embassy in Morocco, DIFF curated a massive Indian cultural festival in Morocco.
• The DIFFA Awards: Standing for the Delhi International Film Festival Academy Awards, this noble initiative expands the festival's footprint by hosting annual award ceremonies abroad to honor global contributions to Indian cinema.
• Mentorship of Domestic Festivals: DIFF actively extends its logistical, curatorial, and strategic support to regional festivals, including the Jharkhand International Film Festival, Haryana International Film Festival, and emerging festival properties across South India.
Complete Official Winners & Awards List (15th Edition)
Special Institutional & Lifetime Honors
• DIFF Lifetime Achievement Award: Conferred upon the world-renowned legendary singer, Ms. Usha Uthup, for her decades of unparalleled contribution to Indian music and culture.
• Cinematic Contribution Honors: Special honors were presented to creative luminaries including Anurag Punetha, Piyush Mishra, Arvind Gaur, Meghna Malik, Chitranjan Tripathi, and Sandeep Marwah for their dedicated service to the arts.
World Cinema & International Categories
• Best Film (Cinema Across the Border): The Dumpling Queen (China) – Directed by Andrew Lau (Award accepted on behalf of the film by Chinese Minister Counselor Wang Xinming).
• Best Story: Fog (Russia) – Directed by Natalia Gugueva.
• Best Director: Aichurok Borukeeva (Kyrgyzstan) for the film Stone.
• Best Actress (International): Daria Gavrushina (Russia) for her stellar performance.
• Best Adventure Film: The Hunter (Russia) – Directed by Zaur Sogoev.
• Best Historical Film: The Ballad of Piargy (Slovakia).
• Tribute Film Award: The Divorced of Casablanca (Morocco) – Directed by Moh. Ahed Bensouda.
Short Films & Social Themes
• Best Short Film (World Cinema): Happy End (Iran) – A Kurdish-Persian narrative.
• Best Social Short Film: Little Anna (Latvia) (Award accepted on behalf of the film by Latvian Ambassador Juris Bone).
• Best Actress (Short Film Category): Awarded to the lead performance in Damu Ki (Algeria).
• Best Social Theme Feature: Manusher Bagan (Bangladesh).
Indian Cinema Section & Technical Categories
• Best Actress (Joint Winners): Veteran screen icon Sharmila Tagore and powerhouse performer Rituparna Sengupta for their performances in the critically acclaimed film Puratan: The Ancient.
• Best Female Director (Regional Cinema): Sushila Rawat for her directorial work on Ghangtaul.
• Best Editor: Md. Tariq for his sharp technical brilliance in the film Raibar.
• Best Documentary: A New Postbox: Tales from the Partition – Directed by Dr. Sachchidanand Joshi.
A Star-Studded Industry Convergence
The 15th edition functioned as a massive networking hub for the global film community. The festival witnessed high-profile diplomacy with the active attendance of New Zealand's Deputy High Commissioner Matthew Ayres, Switzerland's Chargé d'Affaires Simon Sevan Schäfer, and top diplomats from Russia, China, and Bangladesh.
Industry stalwarts and legendary creators—including Subhash Ghai, Ketan Mehta, Runa Laila,—gathered to celebrate the art of film.
Festival Founder Ram Kishore Parcha concluded the milestone edition by expressing profound gratitude to the global film fraternity, participating diplomatic missions, and art enthusiasts, solidifying DIFF’s mission to celebrate cinema without borders.
15th Delhi International Film Festival (DIFF): A 15-Year Legacy of Global Cinema & Opening of 16th Edition Entries
Introduction & The 15-Year Milestone
The Delhi International Film Festival (DIFF) proudly celebrates its 15th anniversary in 2026, marking a decade and a half of excellence in the heart of India's capital. As a premier cultural bridge, DIFF connects India’s regional film industries with the global cinematic stage.
A hallmark of our credibility is that DIFF is organized with official exemptions from the Ministry of Information and Broadcasting (MIB), Government of India. This allows us to showcase groundbreaking international films and artistic narratives without conventional censorship barriers, ensuring the highest standards of creative freedom.
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Highlights of the 15th Edition (2026)
The 15th edition was a grand 5-day gala held from May 4 to May 8, 2026, at the Indira Gandhi National Centre for the Arts (IGNCA), Ministry of Culture.
• Scale: 178 films from over 51 countries.
• Focus: Arab Cinema, Northeastern India, Women’s Empowerment, and Children’s Social Issues.
• Key Winners: Sharmila Tagore & Rituparna Sengupta (Best Actress - India), Ms. Usha Uthup (Lifetime Achievement), and international winners from China, Russia, Morocco, and Iran.
Now Open: Call for Entries for the 16th Edition!
Following the massive success of our 15th anniversary, we are thrilled to announce that entries are now officially OPEN for the 16th Delhi International Film Festival. We invite filmmakers from across the globe to submit their masterpieces and be part of this legendary journey.
Where to Submit?
To make the submission process seamless for filmmakers worldwide, we accept entries through our official website and all major global film platform:
• Festhome: https://festivals.festhome.com/ – For easy digital submission and tracking.
• Other Platforms: We are also active on other major international festival portals for your convenience.
Submission Categories:
We welcome submissions in the following categories:
1. World Cinema (Feature Films)
2. Indian Showcase (Regional & Hindi Features)
3. Short Films (Fiction & Animation)
4. Documentary (Feature & Short)
5. Cinema Across Border
6. Student Films
7. Green Cinema (Environment Focused)
General Rules & Regulations for Filmmakers
1. Eligibility: Films must have been completed after a specific date (usually the last 24 months).
2. Subtitles: All non-English films must have English subtitles.
3. Exemption: As an MIB-exempted festival, we prioritize artistic integrity, but films must comply with international screening standards.
4. Format: Initial submissions should be through secure online screeners (Vimeo/YouTube with password or digital upload).
5. Selection: The decision of the DIFF Selection Committee and Jury will be final and binding.
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Why Submit to DIFF?
• Proven Success: 8 DIFF-awarded films have won National Awards in India.
• Oscar Pathway: 4 foreign films screened at DIFF became their nation’s Official Entry for the Oscars.
• Global Networking: Engage with diplomats, industry stalwarts like Ketan Mehta, Piyush Mishra, and Tigmanshu Dhulia, and international distributors.
• Global Reach: Your film could be part of our international exchange programs in countries like Egypt, Morocco, and South Korea.
Join the 16th Edition of the Delhi International Film Festival.
Be a part of a legacy that celebrates cinema, culture, and the spirit of storytelling without borders.
Awards & Prizes
WORLD CINEMA
Best Film, Best Director, Best Actor/Actress
Best Short Film, Best Director, Best Actor/Actress
Best Documentary
Best Animation Film
Best Green Film
Best Student Film
ARAB CINEMA
Best Film, Best Director, Best Actor/Actress
Best Short Film, Best Director, Best Actor/Actress
Best Documentary
Best Animation Film
INDIAN SHOWCASE
Best Film, Best Director, Best Actor/Actress
Best Short Film, Best Director, Best Actor/Actress
Best Documentary
Best Animation Film
Best Green Film
Best Student Film
NRI CINEMA
Best Film, Best Director, Best Actor/Actress
Best Short Film, Best Director, Best Actor/Actress
Best Documentary
Best Animation Film
CINEMA ACROSS THE BORDER
Best Film, Best Director, Best Actor/Actress
Best Short Film, Best Director, Best Actor/Actress
Best Documentary
Best Animation Film
Best Green Film
Best Student Film
Audience Choice Awards & Critic’s Choice Award for all Sections
Artist Of The Year Award at DIFF ART SHOW.
Rules & Terms
ENTRY FEE FOR SUBMISSIONS OF FILMS:
(1) Entry fees for FEATURE FILMS (Duration: 50 mins to 105 mins max) : 5000/- INR or (63.23 USD)
(2) Entry fees for SHORT FILMS (Duration: 00.10 mins to 00.50 mins): 3,000/- INR or (36.27 USD)
(3) ANIMATION FILMS in all categories (Duration: 00.05 mins to 00.30 mins max).
(4) Entry fees for STUDENT FILMS: 1500/-INR or (21USD)
(LATE ENTRY FEES WILL BE DOUBLE THE ENTRY FEES MENTIONED ABOVE APPLICABLE TO FILMS SUBMITTED BEYOND THE DEADLINE ANNOUNCED)
SUBMISSION GUIDELINES:
1.Films without English Subtitles (except English Films), shall not be considered for selection.
2.Films submitted with watermarks or logos shall be rejected.
3.Only Trailers or promos cannot be submitted for selection process.
4.Film Download link with password is preferred, DVD or Bluray are also accepted as hard copies.
5.If submitting hard copies, Two full HD DVDs/Bluray should be sent by courier to the Festival office along with a hard copy of this entry form duly filled. DVDs must be labeled with film title, director name, duration, phone number and email id on them. Director pic, Poster, Film Stills may be attached in an email.
6. For submissions coming from outside India, the packages must be marked, “For Festival & Cultural Purpose only, No Commercial value”.
7. DIFF does not pay screening fees to film makers.
8. DIFF will not return the Films submitted online or vide DVDs/Pen Drives/ Blu-ray etc. during or after the festival.
TERMS & CONDITIONS:
1. DIFF reserves the right to showcase the film so submitted perpetually anywhere ( other festivals, television, online etc).
2. DIFF reserves the right to include the film and related material in its promotional activities.
3. All Decisions made by the Appointed “Selection Committee” regarding Selections, screenings, awards at the Festival in entirety will be final. In case of Dispute, decision of the President is final.
4. The film makers and their representatives undertake to use the official logo and the status of their Selection or Award strictly in conformation with DIFF 2022 designs and they further undertake to use such festival logo in all their promotions, posters and marketing publications with the consent of the festival.
5. A film selected for the festival does not run in competition automatically. A Jury will select the films which feature in Competition.
6. The Festival shall not bear / reimburse any freight or other charges in foreign or Indian currency.
7. Once selected for screening, the film shall not be withdrawn.
8. The last date of submissions of ENTRIES IS 10.12.2024 and Date of Intimation of Selection will be 15.12.2024
SMR13 INTERNATIONALES UNABHÄNGIGES FILMFESTIVAL
Das SMR13 International Independent Film Festival ist eine jährliche, von IMDB zertifizierte, viertägige Veranstaltung, die in der zweiten Novemberhälfte in Saint-Mitre-Les-Remparts in Südfrankreich in der Nähe von Marseille stattfindet.
In erster Linie handelt es sich um ein physisches Festival, das in „La Manare“ stattfindet, einer speziellen Aufführungshalle mit einer Gesamtfläche von 1000 m² und einer Kapazität von 250 Zuschauern.
Die 10. Ausgabe des internationalen unabhängigen Filmfestivals SMR13 findet vom 21. bis 23. November 2025 statt.
Das Festival zeichnet sich durch ein hoch entwickeltes Netzwerk, leidenschaftliche Mitglieder und vertrauenswürdige Partnerschaften aus. Es ist ein einzigartiges Schaufenster für unabhängiges Kino, das Profis aus der ganzen Welt anzieht.
Seit seiner Gründung wurde das Festival von einem Mäzen unterstützt, einer emblematischen Persönlichkeit des unabhängigen Kinos. John Carpenter (2018), Regisseur, Drehbuchautor und Komponist (Halloween, The Thing, New York 1997...). Andréa Ferréol (2019), Schauspielerin (La Grande Bouffe, Le Dernier Métro, La Scoumoune...). Francis Ford Coppola (2019), Regisseur und Drehbuchautor (Godfather, Apocalypse Now, Dracula...). Virginie Lemoine (2020), Schauspielerin (Famille d'Accueil, Nos années parallèles, Oscar...). Sean S. Cunningham (2021), Regisseur und Produzent (Friday The 13th, Spring Break, DeepStar Six...). Patrice Leconte (2022 und 2023), Regisseur und Produzent (Les Bronzés, Les Spécialistes, Maigret, Olivier Marchal (2024), Schauspieler, Drehbuchautor und Regisseur (36) quai des Orfèvres, Flics, Braquo und Pax Massillia.
Das Internationale Filmfestival auf der Insel FECISLA ist eine Filmveranstaltung, die die Identität und Kultur afrikanischer Abstammung, Kindheit und Jugend sowie die Umwelt in ihren Linien hat und die Mehrheit der einheimischen Bevölkerung der Insel Fuerte und die Umwelt durch einen Bildungs- und Kulturprozess durchdringt und beeinflusst. Vielfalt der Besucher aus verschiedenen Teilen der Welt, die zu unserem Festival kommen.
FREEDOM SHORTS IS PHILADELPHIA’S LARGEST AND MOST ACTIVE SHORT FILM FESTIVAL.
Our successful event draws hundreds of films enthusiasts, directors, producers, actors and artists from around the tri-state area and even worldwide.
FREEDOM SHORTS IS HELD BI-ANNUALLY AT THE HISTORICAL TROCADERO THEATER AND CURRENTLY EXPANDING TO INCLUDE PHILAMOCA AND CINEMUG SCREENINGS FOR OUR 5TH YEAR. It is the hands-down the best opportunity to view the best short films from around the globe. Our selections has included world premieres from 5 continents, academy award winning short films, Sundance award winning films, and other countless and award winning film premieres.
AS A PHILADELPHIA NATIVE AND STRONG SUPPORTER OF THE LOCAL FILM COMMUNITY.
We strive to show and bring out all the local talent to support each other as well as support all the filmmakers from out of town showcasing their work. The festival has for 5 years been a launching pad for cross promoting what Philly has to offer the film world and what the world has to offer for the budding Philadelphia Film Community.
Event runs for 4 hours, with a big networking party going on in the lobby area. News outlets and press are active at this event. Celebrities from all walks of life have shown up at this event. We are only accepting online screeners. There are a variety of ways to submit your screener to us (YouTube, Vimeo, or through one of the online submission services). This will SAVE YOU MONEY!
Each film director and cast is also interviewed at our event for an episode of Average Superstar Films TV. PLEASE visit our website averagesuperstarfilms.com to see videos and pictures from past events.
SEEING IS IT IS BETTER THAN TALKING ABOUT IT PRESS PLAY!
Here is the link to a video from last event. This is what this event is all about join us!
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=LH5oAX-ZF68
So you'd like to submit your film to our festival? Great idea!
It's the fifth year for the British Documentary Film Festival, and we're accepting submissions of any and every type of documentary! We're happy to offer an eclectic line up from film-makers keen to get their documentary screened in London at a top venue like the Empire Cinema!
FKM, Fantastic Film Festival of A Coruña, ist ein Festival speziell in Horror-, Fantasy- und Science-Fiction-Filmen. Die wettbewerbsfähigen Sektionen umfassen die besten Kurzfilme und Filmen, die in den Jahren 2020 und 2021 produziert wurden. Welches Ziel ist es, zur Entwicklung der audiovisuellen Industrie und der Kunst beizutragen, die Genreperspektiven, die Verbreitung von unabhängigen Produktionen und die Einbindung neuer Filmemacherinnen und Filmemacherinnen in die Filmkultur zu fördern.
Since its inception, the "Festival of cinema unusual de Buenos Aires" has proposed to investigate the least explored aspects of the current film production in order to meet the expectations of those who yearn for a different filmic vision. A target to meet is to facilitate the knowledge of many new authors who, fleeing the current stereotype, offer an eclectic perspective from the thematic and visual.
From 19 to 29 October 2017, we carry out the Thirteenth Edition in important offices of the autonomous city of Buenos Aires. Of a competitive nature, it has a duration of 11 days and us sponsored by important institutional bodies. Also, carry out promotional, permanent monthly activities of the Festival: lights/signs and participations in film markets.
Das 27. Kinoarte Film Festival, das vom 30. Oktober bis 8. November stattfindet, nimmt Bewerbungen für seine Wettbewerbssitzungen mit Kurzfilmen entgegen. Filme mit einer Länge von bis zu 25 Minuten, die ab Januar 2025 produziert wurden, können an den Wettbewerben Ibero-Amerikanisch, National, Paranaense und Londrinense teilnehmen.
Purpose- 1936, Memorias del Silencio is created with the aim of promoting through the cinema and colloquies,the peace cultur and another view around the world, regarding the Spanish civil war.
This program responds the intention of dealing with the role of the Spanish civil war from its cultural environment, anthropological and social, with special attention to the role of woman through its evolution.
Lectures and speakers will participate in workshops, discussions, and debates in order to make aware and provoke reflection on some events that a whole sector refuses to talk about. For this reason, we will give priority to the accesible suggestions to people with audible or visual disabilities.
It will be integrated by a retrospective, competition, and colloquies or conferences with specialists.
We encourage the participation of spanish producers and we stimulate the producer’s look from countries with low production or with difficulty to reach our film theaters and specially encouraging the presence of works made by young artists.
Filme zu zeigen, die uns zum Nachdenken anregen, unser Gewissen wecken, Ungerechtigkeit anprangern und die soziale und kulturelle Vielfalt der Menschheit widerspiegeln. Dies ist das Ziel des Human Rights Film Festival, das in diesem Jahr sein 23-jähriges Festival feiern wird.
Das Human Rights Film Festival mit Hauptsitz in Barcelona ist das älteste unabhängige Filmfestival für Menschenrechte und eines der wichtigsten Festivals für Menschenrechte in ganz Spanien und ein international etabliertes Festival für Menschenrechte.
PLAY ist das erste portugiesische Filmfestival, das ausschließlich Kindern und Jugendlichen gewidmet ist und sich zum Ziel gesetzt hat, durch Kino und Filmvorführungen für Zuschauer zwischen 1 und 16 Jahren den Zugang zur Kultur für ein jüngeres Publikum zu fördern.
Das LECCE FILM FEST fördert die Kinokultur in Italien durch die besten unabhängigen Filme der Welt.
Thema, Genre und Dauer sind für uns nicht wichtig, wir suchen stattdessen nach Talenten in einem hochwertigen Kino.
Das ist ein Festival mit einer Rock-Seele!
Das ist dein Festival!
FILME 18
Aufruf zur Teilnahme
Der internationale Wettbewerb
über lesbische Schwule und Transgender und Befragung audiovisueller Werke.
Frist: 15. September 2025
Vorbemerkungen
Die Association i Ken Onlus kündigt im Rahmen der 17. Ausgabe des Filmfestivals OMOVIES — Lesbian Gay Transgender and Questioning einen Wettbewerb für audiovisuelle Arbeiten zum Thema lesbischer Schwuler Transgender und/oder Fragen an. Das Festival findet sowohl online als auch im Kinoraum statt.
Epic ACG fest is a unique event showcase animation, comics and games. Though screening, exhibition and competition, bring together the creative elements, the artists and the general public from worldwide.
During the festival, EACG is also hosting the Live Demonstrations, Networking Receptions, Master Workshops, Panel Discussions, Business Symposiums, Recruiting and the Professional Exhibits offered throughout the event as well as the One-On-One Personal Consultations with creative professionals from top studios and educational institutions both local and international. The Award ceremony is a red carpet event that provides recognition and great memories.
Epic ACG fest will screening animations from worldwide.
