the illusive eye

San Cristóbal, Venezuela

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Deadline
15 Apr 2024


Published: 02 Mar 2024
 Has submission fees
Short films


With the name Illusive Eye the optical process by which animation occurs in our brain by generating movement from the illusion produced by the rapid exposure to images in sequence is evoked. Animation offers the construction of credible universes, capable of freeing us from the limits of immediate reality.

With the coming of current communication technologies, animation has gained even more ground than it had in Film, Didactics and Videogames. Now, with the internet and the power of cell phones, mobile applications and the interconnection of devices and institutions with the network, animation has become an essential part of the language of interaction between the user and the world.

This audiovisual language has extended its discursive horizons as far as the human imagination reaches, and technically its evolution has allowed it to overcome reality by opening a fantastic vortex that provides immersive experiences and high doses of empathy as well as tons of fans of all ages and throughout the world, developing any theme with great aesthetic contributions and various levels of depth.

In honor of this abyss of creativity and as an invitation to immerse ourselves in it, this meeting space has been created for creators, scholars and amateurs. Looking to show not only its strength in the current film narrative but the presence of other types of speeches built on this means of visual expression: GIFs, memes, stickers, emoticons, headers, symbols for social networks, interface elements, banners, promotions , and any type of element generated from the illusion of an eye.


International Festival

Short film festival


 Animation


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InFCTA

Bot, Spain

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Deadline
15 Apr 2024


Published: 02 Mar 2024
 Has submission fees
Short films


Festival de Cinema de la Terra Alta, 8th edition - In-FCTA

For more information, consult the rules contest:
www.infcta.com


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Short film festival


 Fiction  Documentary  Animation  Fantastic  Terror  Other  Experimental


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CortogeniAl, Cinema and Short Films’ Festival

Puente Genil, Spain

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Deadline
01 Jun 2024


Published: 02 Mar 2024
 Does NOT have submission fees
Short films


The celebration of the XV Edition of the CortogeniAl Film and Short Film Festival will take place in the town of Puente Genil (Cordoba, Spain) between October 11th and October 19th of 2024.

It is welcome any person (film director, production or distribution) who has the legal control of the work or works submitted may participate.

REQUIREMENTS:

− Short films must have been produced in 2023 or 2024.

− Short films shall not last more than 20 minutes.

− Every filmmaker may submit as many works as desired.

− Productions not filmed in Spanish as main language must be submitted with Spanish subtitles for their exhibition.

− Filmmakers will be owners of the legal rights to their works and the responsible of the authorship rights of the short films.


International Festival

Short film festival


 Fiction  Documentary  Animation  Fantastic  Terror  Other  Experimental


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Endimaris Sitges

Sitges, Spain

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Deadline
01 Sep 2024


Published: 02 Mar 2024
 Does NOT have submission fees
Short films


Competitive festival of short films with a 2SLGTBIQ+ theme, produced in the 24 months prior to the event, held in the town of Sitges (Barcelona - Spain).


International Festival

Short film festival


 Fiction  Documentary  Animation


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Stafford Film Festival

Stafford, United Kingdom

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Deadline
30 Nov 2024


Published: 02 Mar 2024
 Has submission fees
Short films
Feature films


Stafford Film Festival (SFF) is an IMDb qualifying competition for filmmakers, musicians and photographers worldwide which takes place at The Met in Stafford, United Kingdom. We support creative individuals from all backgrounds, whether beginning their careers or leaders in their field.

Our curators are film industry specialists who have worked on projects from no budget to box office blockbusters such as the Harry Potter and Fantastic Beasts franchises. These professionals chose and announce semi-finalists, finalists and winners.

Our judges evaluate the quality of filmmaking, music and photography creation for creativity, and storytelling ability.


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Short film festival

Feature film festival


 Fiction  Documentary  Animation  Fantastic  Other  Experimental  Music Video


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Give Peace a Screen

Torino, Italy

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Deadline
30 Jun 2024


Published: 02 Mar 2024
 Has submission fees
Short films


Centro Studi Sereno Regis presents GIVE PEACE A SCREEN, the first film competition for short films dedicated to the theme of peace and the creative solution of conflicts.
The festival is aimed at young Italian and foreign directors. Works of fiction and documentary films are eligible.
The Competition, which opens the call for the author on Friday March 1st 2024, will organize public screenings on October, from 16th to 20th, 2024. The deadline for registering for the Competition and for sending the entries is June, 30th, 2024.
VERY IMPORTANT: short fiction, animated and documentary films made by Italian and foreign authors which highlight the THEME OF THE FESTIVAL: the construction of Peace through the non-violent resolution of conflicts are admitted to the Competition. The denunciation of injustices and violence will be considered less central than the examples, real or fictional, of overcoming conflicts through nonviolent actions.



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 Other


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Festival Iberico de Cine de Badajoz

Badajoz, Spain

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Deadline
03 May 2024


Published: 02 Mar 2024
 Does NOT have submission fees
Short films

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Only for films produced in Spain or Portugal


GOYA!

International Festival

Short film festival


 Fiction  Animation


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LAZOS: Festival De Cine Descentralizado

Valladolid, Spain

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Deadline
01 May 2024


Published: 02 Mar 2024
 Does NOT have submission fees
Short films
Feature films


LAZOS es un festival de cine surgido en la zona de Montes Torozos como una iniciativa para promover y divulgar el cine de provincias, alejándose del modelo industrial centralizado en las grandes ciudades.


Short film festival

Feature film festival


 Fiction  Documentary  Animation  Fantastic  Terror  Other  Experimental  Music Video


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FICAM

Montréal, Canada

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Deadline
31 Aug 2024


Published: 02 Mar 2024
 Has submission fees
Short films


This artistic-cultural mediation initiative seeks to bring cinema closer to people with a physical/ mental or neuro-atypical disability. As part of this festival, several documentary films (short and medium-length films) will be broadcast in connection with the experiences of these people.


International Festival

Short film festival


 Fiction  Documentary  Animation  Fantastic  Terror  Other  Experimental


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São Tomé FestFilm

Aveiro, Portugal

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Deadline
16 Jun 2024


Published: 02 Mar 2024
 Has submission fees
Short films
Feature films


Internation Film Festival of Sao Tome and Principe.


International Festival

Short film festival

Feature film festival


 Fiction  Documentary  Animation  Other  Experimental


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Psicurt Festival De Curtmetratges Sobre Salut Mental

Reus y Tarragona, Spain

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Deadline
30 Jun 2024


Published: 02 Mar 2024
 Does NOT have submission fees
Short films


ONLY FOR SPANISH FILMMAKERS // SOLO PARA CINEASTAS ESPAÑOLES

El Festival PSICURT está organizado por el Colegio Oficial de Psicología de Cataluña, el Ayuntamiento de Reus y el Ayuntamiento de Tarragona.

El objetivo es dar a conocer los diferentes ámbitos de la salud mental (prevención, promoción e intervención) a través del cine. Un proyecto cultural, social y de salud que permita promover la creación artística y la sensibilidad del público con la salud mental.


Short film festival


 Fiction  Animation


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CineEco’2024 – 30th International Environmental Film Festival of Serra da Estrela

Seia, Portugal

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Deadline
30 Apr 2024


Published: 02 Mar 2024
 Does NOT have submission fees
Short films
Feature films


CineEco - International Environmental Film Festival of Serra da Estrela, organised by the Municipality of Seia, is the only festival in Portugal dedicated to the environment, which has been held uninterruptedly since 1995.

CineEco offers the public quality cinema and little-known, alternative cinematographies in relation to the traditional market. It is a festival that seeks to raise public awareness of cinema, its history and aesthetics, as well as environmental issues.


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Short film festival

Feature film festival


 Fiction  Documentary  Animation  Other  Experimental


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Utsav International Film Festival

Mumbai, India

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Deadline
31 Oct 2024


Published: 02 Mar 2024
 Does NOT have submission fees
Short films
Feature films


Utsav – Celebration or Festival

We have started this LGBTQ+ & Independent Film Festival for cinema lovers. This film festival will be a celebration of creativity and ideas. After a successful completion of the first edition of the festival, we are now ready for the second edition.

LGBTQ+ cinema globally as well as in India has become an important part of the film industry. OTT platforms have increased the reach of these films to a larger audience. Of course, these avenues are mostly for mainstream cinema and filmmakers. There are a lot of independent film makers who also have interesting stories to present. We hope that this festival will be a platform for these independent film makers and their wonderful stories.

Each film has various components – story, script, cinematography, editing, sound, music, acting – to name a few. In this festival, we wish to acknowledge all aspects of film making and creativity. Thus, we hope that film makers will be encouraged to submit their work to showcase any or all aspects of their creativity.

Not all film makers, particularly independent filmmakers, and students, have the luxury of large budgets and wonderful locations for filming. We appreciate these limitations and would like to provide a platform to these filmmakers. We would encourage first time filmmakers who would like to present their work to submit to the festival.

It is also important to learn from each other’s experiences. During the festival, we hope to have panel discussions with filmmakers, writers, editors, sound engineers, cinematographers, musicians, and audience as well. This healthy exchange will enrich the experience.

The first two days of festival will be for LGBTQ+ cinema, and the next two days will be for other independent films in this edition of the festival.

Come be a part of this ‘UTSAV’!


International Festival

Short film festival

Feature film festival


 Fiction  Documentary  Other  Experimental


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MIRADES FEST - Social cinema and mental health festival

TORRENT, Spain

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Deadline
31 May 2024


Published: 02 Mar 2024
 Does NOT have submission fees
Short films


The Mirades Fest Social Film and Mental Health Festival is defined as a meeting space between cinema, social activism and critical thinking, which seeks to deepen knowledge of social rights and mental health.

Mirades Fest aims to delve into images and stories in which people with mental health problems are the true protagonists, spreading through the screens the situation of the most stigmatized and vulnerable groups.

Mirades Fest is an appointment both for film lovers, whether experts or fans, as well as for the general public, where the public and creators meet to enjoy a specially selected program with the aim of bringing them high-quality titles that are not commonly found in commercial circuits.

The programming of the Mostra is, moreover, specific to a social space, a diverse and plural space, as enriching as it is tragic; source of inspiration for artistic production, full of contradictions, challenges, clashes, hopes and a future to be defined.


International Festival

Short film festival


 Fiction  Documentary


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9th International Environmental Film Festival of Patagonia

Puerto Madryn, Argentina

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Deadline
30 Jun 2024


Published: 02 Mar 2024
 Has submission fees
Short films
Feature films


Patagonia Eco Film Fest, calls filmmakers from all over the world to participate in the 9th International Environmental Film Festival of Patagonia which will take place in Puerto Madryn city, Chubut, Argentina from September 5-10, 2024.

The festival will accept documentary, fiction, animation films, about environmental issues.


International Festival

Short film festival

Feature film festival


 Fiction  Documentary  Animation


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BaideFest

Roses, Spain

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Deadline
31 Aug 2024


Published: 02 Mar 2024
 Has submission fees
Short films


Festival of fantasy and horror genre shorts, open to all types of filmmakers, whether professionals or amateurs. The festival will be held in the town of Roses (Spain), from November 14 to 17, 2024. We accept short films of the Fantastic, Horror, Animation, Gore, Freak and Trash genres.

This year we incorporated a new section, La GEEK SHOCK CINEMA, on Sunday the 17th we will hold a marathon of short films, we are looking for underground, festival, comedy, gore and fantastic short films, fake trailers, so that the public can have fun, and shout at the screen, These short films that are selected WILL NOT ENTER THE COMPETITION, participation will be free, but we repeat, THEY WILL NOT ENTER THE COMPETITION, it will only be screened in said marathon, with a maximum of 15 minutes.


Short film festival


 Animation  Fantastic  Terror


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Mexico International Short Film Festival - SHORTS MÉXICO

CIUDAD DE MÉXICO, Mexico

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Deadline
31 May 2024


Published: 02 Mar 2024
 Has submission fees
Short films

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SHORTS MÉXICO CALL FOR ENTRIES – SUBMIT YOUR FILM

SHORTS MEXICO has become the biggest International short film festival in Latin America.

An exhibition platform specializing in short films. It promotes cinema creative expressions, diverse voices, distinctive and innovative visions, bold quality films from filmmakers from all over the world. At SHORTS MEXICO we encourage the growth and development of short films as well as the filmmakers.

SHORTS MEXICO - Mexico International Short Film Festival call for entries begins March 1st through May 31st ,2024 at 23:59 (CST) Mexico City. We are open to receive Short Films from all over the world inviting all production genres.

The 19th Edition of SHORTS MEXICO will be held from September 1st through the 30th 2024 in Mexico City. The National Cinematheque of Mexico is the main venue of the festival, and it amounts other important venues as CINEMEX Theaters, one of the largest cinema chains in the world, world famous Vasconcelos Library, Centro Cultural Universitario de la UNAM, CDMX´s Faros and Cultural Centers, etc. The festival amounts over 35 venues in Mexico City and holds exhibitions in every one of the 32 States of the Mexican Republic, so the event truly occurs throughout Mexico. Since the pandemic, SHORTS MÉXICO is presented in a hybrid format, holding virtual and televised exhibitions as well, having over 1 million spectators per edition.

Throughout the year the festival features previews, exhibitions, retrospectives and master classes. The Shorts Mexico Tour includes cities, towns and villages of Mexico, as well as exhibitions in various countries around the world. Shorts Mexico Academy conference cycle includes an academic offer aimed at developing professionalization in various specialized areas of filmmaking. The festival will also present Shorts México Pitching Competition, Work In Progress Contest, and its Screenplay Short Film Competition, with the goal of encouraging and promoting the creation, professionalization and production of quality films.

FESTIVAL SECTIONS

COMPETITIVE SECTIONS
INTERNATIONAL Competition (Live Action, Animation and Documentary)
IBEROAMERICAN Competition (Live Action, Animation and Documentary)
MEXICAN Competition (Live Action, Animation, Documentary, NeoMex)

SHORTS MEXICO’S SHOWCASE / FESTIVAL´S FAVORITES - OUT OF COMPETITION

International - Iberoamerican
World Cinema
Queer Shorts (LGBTTTQ+)
Fantascorto (Fantasy, Sci-Fi and Horror)
Ecoshorts (Environmental Conservation)
Kids
Indigenous Peoples
Fun Shorts (Comedy)
Experimental
International (Live Action, Animation, Documentary, Experimental)

Mexican
Pueblos Indígenas y Originarios
Mujeres Mexicanas en el Cine
Mexican (Live Action, Documentary)
Experimental
Queer Shorts (LGBTTTQ+)
Fantascorto (Fantasy, Sci-Fi and Horror)
Infantil – Kids
Ecoshorts (conservación ambiental)
Funshorts (Cine de Comedia)

Certificates
All the selected films will be given a certificate of participation in México International Short Film Festival - Shorts México. The Mexican short films selected in any competition of the festival will be able to submit their short film to the Ariel prize of the AMACC (Mexican Academy of Cinematographic Arts and Sciences).


HIGHLIGHTED!

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Short film festival


 Fiction  Documentary  Animation  Fantastic  Terror  Other  Experimental  Music Video


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Creative Creeds International Film Festival

Mumbai, India

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Deadline
30 Jun 2024


Published: 02 Mar 2024
 Has submission fees
Short films
Feature films


Creative Creeds International Film Festival is an annual event that showcases films from all around the world.

The festival is open to filmmakers of all levels, and aims to provide a platform for diverse voices and perspectives to be heard.

The festival showcases a wide range of genres and styles, including narrative features, documentaries, animations,
experimental films, and music videos. The selection of films is carefully curated to highlight innovative storytelling,
artistic vision, and technical proficiency.


International Festival

Short film festival

Feature film festival


 Fiction  Documentary  Animation  Experimental  Music Video


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SEVIFF • Sevilla Indie Film Festival

Sevilla, Spain

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Deadline
17 Jan 2025


Published: 02 Mar 2024
 Has submission fees
Short films
Feature films


¡Hola! We are SEVIFF • Sevilla Indie Film Festival, an international independent film festival in the city of Seville in Spain, and member of the IBERIFF • Iberia Indie Film Festivals, which celebrates and showcases new productions and independent artists from all over the world in Madrid (MADRIFF), Barcelona (BARCIFF), València (VALÈIFF), Seville (SEVIFF), Lisbon (LISBIFF) and Montpellier (MONTIFF), that you can also find them here, in Festhome!

SEVIFF shares the mission of their associate festivals of supporting emerging talents, encouraging artistic exploration, fostering networking, promoting cultural exchange and engaging the local community by providing a platform to present the work of independent filmmakers.

Fiction films, animation, documentary and experimental of any genre and subject are welcome!


International Festival

Short film festival

Feature film festival


 Fiction  Documentary  Animation  Fantastic  Terror  Other  Experimental  Music Video


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Majadahonda International Social Film Festival (MISFE’24)

Majadahonda, Spain

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Deadline
31 Jul 2024


Published: 02 Mar 2024
 Does NOT have submission fees
Short films


We are organizing the first edition of the Majadahonda International Social Film Festival (MISFE’24), based on the conviction that cinema is a tool for social transformation, and by promoting the dissemination of critical and quality cinema, we can educate and sensitize the community about important social issues.

MISFE’24 not only promises to be a showcase for cinematic talent but also addresses and focuses on social issues of interest, as films can serve as educational and catalyzing tools for dialogue on relevant topics.

We want to help improve the development of Majadahonda and promote the enrichment of cultural offerings, as the diversity of films presented at the festival can enrich the cultural life of the community by exposing Majadahonda residents to diverse stories, perspectives, and artistic expressions.

We believe that cinema has the unique power to touch our emotions and awaken empathy. Therefore, celebrating this festival will provide us with the opportunity to connect on a deeper level with stories that reflect the diversity of our experiences and inspire us to understand and appreciate the richness of the human condition.

Through the short films participating in this first edition, we will explore and celebrate diversity in all its forms: cultural, social, racial, and more. By highlighting diverse narratives, the festival will promote inclusion and mutual understanding, building bridges between communities.

The selected films will not only be entertaining but also motivating. Through stories of overcoming, denunciation, activism, and positive change, the festival will serve to share ideas.


International Festival

Short film festival


 Fiction


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