The Films 26 Festival – ALCE Awards is a short film competition that celebrates emerging talent and creativity in short-form cinema. Running from May 2 to October 18, 2026, the festival brings together creators, industry professionals, and the public in a space where stories—told in just a few minutes—make a powerful impact.
Through screenings, gatherings, and various activities, the ALCE Awards recognize excellence across the different disciplines of short filmmaking, showcasing new voices and championing narrative and visual innovation.
The festival was founded with the aim of bringing cinema closer to the public and serving as a meeting point for the industry and the audience, highlighting the power of the short film format to move, surprise, and provoke reflection.
