We love horror and we're very excited to watch your films!
The Bloody Horror International Film Festival (BHIFF) is an international festival seeking the best in indie horror (both amateur and professional).
The festival is set up in two yearly sessions. Selected films will be recognized and awarded in various categories.
BHIFF has made a point to keep our entry fees low as to give everyone the chance to enter, and we offer a high number of award categories!
BHIFF is headquartered in Canada, but its panel of judges is set in different parts of the world and comes with a variety of horror film expertise.
As of June 2025, BHIFF will now be sharing more content on social media! We think this is a great way to help promote your work/creations for everyone to see! We hold the rights to use any material submitted and will use this to promote your amazing creations! We may use film trailers, posters and clips of submitted films (even non-inning films)
Here at BHIFF, we feel everyone's work is a masterpiece! We have the hard job of choosing our Official Selections and Winners. This doesn't mean we didn't love all the films. We aren't always able to screen all of the Official Selections and Honorable Mentions because we have time limits at the venues.
So, we feel that sharing on social media is a great way to get everyone work seen!
We have partnered up with the nice folks over at B-Movie TV!
B-Movie TV is a Live TV Channel that is available via Roku Box. B-Movies 24/7!
Every film that wins BHIFF's Baddest B-Movie award will be exclusively screened LIVE on B-Movie TV's channel! How cool is that?!
Lots more exciting stuff coming soon!
We're always very excited to see your creations!
A space dedicated to appreciating and promoting a wide variety of fiction works. Our festival was born with the purpose of giving visibility to new narratives, highlighting the talent behind each story, and creating a meeting point for those who live and breathe cinema with passion. Here, images speak louder than a thousand words, and each short film is a window into extraordinary worlds. Through screenings, forums, and cinematic experiences, Infrarrojo Film Fest aims to be a stage where fiction comes to life and the art of storytelling shines with its own light.
The Amiens Emotional and Sexual Life Education Film Festival (FFEVA), organized by La Fabrique d'Images, is the first French short film festival dedicated to emotional and sexual education. The first edition will be held in Amiens from May 26 to 28, 2025. This festival offers an international selection of documentaries and short films addressing themes such as sexual diversity, consent, STI prevention, gender identity, gender equality and egalitarian relationships.
FESTIFAL is an International Short Film Festival whose main topic is rural areas; it is held every two years in Urrea de Gaén (Spain).
In order to energize the cultural atmosphere in the region, Bajo Martín Study Center proposed in 2009 the organization of an International Short Film Festival of rural themes.
This presents other realities and rural environments different from ours in different parts of the planet, through documentary and fiction films.
This project was born with the idea of combining cinema with rural environment and bringing it closer to the inhabitants of the region and to the general public. The festival has been consolidating edition after edition, increasing its importance within the circuit of festivals. Each year the number of proposals received increases, mostly short films of great quality sent from all parts of the world.
Festival has become, over the years, an inescapable event within the cultural agenda of the region. It has become very successful, with a high level of attendance, and a great number of public viewers come to see the finalist works throughout the contest.
More information:
http://festifal.wordpress.com
festifalcebm@gmail.com
Welcome to the PLA. Juneda Rural Film Festival, a space for advocacy, dissemination and celebration of cinema that is in dialogue with the rural environment.
Mogilev State Enterprise "Kinovideoprokat" welcomes you and informs that in September 2025 in the city of Mogilev, Republic of Belarus, the XXVIII International Festival of Animated Films "Animaevka-2025" will be held.
Over the years, the festival has become a celebration of animation for children and adults. Events are held in all regional centers of Belarus.
For viewing, film screenings of competitive and non-competitive programs, creative meetings with the creators of animated films, master classes, exhibitions of children's fine and decorative and applied arts are organized.
As part of the treatment:
- competition of animated films;
- competition of children's animation creativity
- competition of children's fine and decorative and applied arts.
The "Horror Mountains Film Festival" stands as a vibrant annual cinematic event taking place in the picturesque city of Xalapa, Veracruz, Mexico.
This captivating festival draws filmmakers, cinema enthusiasts, and horror genre devotees from around the globe. It spans several days, occupying various venues within the city.
In its lineup, the festival unveils an eclectic selection of films covering the genres of horror, fantasy, science fiction, and suspense. From world premieres and independent productions to revered classics and internationally significant works, the film offerings cater to the discerning tastes of horror fans. Screenings encompass a broad spectrum, ranging from chilling ghost narratives and serial killer stories to the portrayal of supernatural creatures and paranormal events.
Beyond film screenings, the "Horror Mountains Film Festival" enriches attendees' experience with a series of complementary activities and events. These include roundtable discussions and panels featuring directors, writers, and actors, providing a space to explore the creative and technical aspects of horror cinema. Additionally, question-and-answer sessions are organized after screenings, offering a unique opportunity to interact directly with filmmakers and the cast.
The Open Festival Marseille has several objectives:
Allow the general public to discover the creative richness of ( french and foreigners) short fiction films free of charge in the best conditions, in this case those of the Pathé cinemas in Marseille, our main partner.
Discover or rediscover the pleasure of cinema in theaters.
Allow young directors to present their short films in public with the prospect of winning one or more of the five prizes and trophies awarded: (free participation, travel partly reimbursed on a flat rate basis)
-Jury Prize, awarded by nine members from the film industry. (actresses, actors, technicians, casting director, etc.)
-Public Prize awarded after voting
Club Prize intended to reward a school, self-produced or associative film
- “Young Look” Prize designated by a jury made up of students from SATIS (Aix-Marseille Faculty) and students from the Marseilleveyre preparatory class for cinema careers
-Coq Prize designated by our partner Pathé, this prize translates into one month of programming in the first part of a feature film showing at the Pathé Madeleine cinema (Marseille)
Furthermore, we welcome and invite the young authors of the selected films during the duration of the festival, during which we also offer them a tour of the Martigues studios (Provence Studios) and the Marseille studios of Saint-Menet.
Debates and discussions with the public between each screening of 6 to 7 films
The Capricorn Film Festival is a not for profit organisation that discovers local, national and international cinema gems, and shares them with a diverse audience of film lovers.
The Capricorn film festival was established to encourage production, not just exhibition. Our event is not just about ‘showing’ films – it’s about ‘making’ them. We aim to provide you with the opportunity to showcase your work to as wide an audience as possible, and help you promote your career and film-making endeavours.
The event is held mid year, where a crowds of thousands from all over Central Queensland enjoy five days of cinema, supporting filmmakers from the region and all corners of the globe.
Shortlisted films are screened at the event with a total prize pool of $4,000 in cash and prizes awarded between the winners of each category.
The festival is open to any level of filmmaker, from amateur to professional and is supported by some of Australia's premiere filmmakers and industry companies.
We appreciate our Festival ALUMNI. Contact us to receive your DISCOUNT coupon code on any upcoming entries.
Eszena is a young film festival that was born in Zaragoza, in 2023, with the intention of creating a space for the exhibition of audiovisual projects of young people.
Eszena arose from the need to bring cinema closer to young people and put them (ourselves) as a priority, because Generation Z needs spaces to show their creations, resources to advance them and meeting points to continue nurturing the young artistic fabric.
The third edition of the ReA Short Film Festival will take place on Saturday 6 September 2025 in La Roche-en-Ardenne at the Cinéma "Le Faubourg Saint Antoine" / formerly "le Carrefour" and on the adjoining square:
Place du Bronze
6980 La Roche-en-Ardenne/Belgium
The call for films is open!
This festival is giving 10 short films and their teams the chance to present their work. It will also give 5 short films for children the chance to meet a whole new and younger audience at the Festival.
The Festival will take place on 6 September 2025 from 11am to 1am.
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.
Amity International Film Festival is committed to supporting emerging talent and providing fun, original and thought-provoking cinematic experiences. AIFF is a Two-Day celebration of the art of filmmaking and the contribution that films make to our culture.
This will showcase documentaries and short films on popular science, technology, health & environmental issues. This event also creates a platform to interact with filmmakers, scientists, and enthusiasts to develop a better public understanding of the universe; encourage citizen science and public participation and promote appreciation of science films.
Mission:
Through the projection of popular science, technology, health & environmental-themed films and facilitated discussion — educate, raise awareness, and inspire the adoption of solution-oriented sustainable actions.
Vision:
Stimulate, energize and activate communities through deep involvement in the Amity International Film Festival, maximizing citizen reach and expanding the movement of Healthy Biosphere.
Goals:
1) Create thought-provoking, transformative opportunities for understanding various scientific aspects, and the power of human involvement.
2) Pack an intensive education & awareness punch through rich film stories, interactive discussions, and experiences.
3) “Expand the movement” by attracting people not generally involved in or already committed to “green” activities.
Date: 1st- 6th June 2025 Location: Amity University, Noida
The Oniros Film Awards® is an International Monthly IMDb Qualifying competition with a public Screening Event held in New York City every three months, celebrating films and filmmakers from all around the world. Our mission is to discover high quality and ambitious films, to promote filmmakers’ works and to be the next step in their career. The Oniros Film Awards® is all about Dreams (ὄνειρος = oneiros, Dream in Ancient Greek) and is conceived by Dreamers for Dreamers. Dream Big, always!
(Oniros Film Awards® is a registered Trademark - All Rights Reserved 2017-2025)
We invite you to participate in the sixth edition of ANIMAL Film Fest, which will take place on October 2, 3, and 4, 2025, with a hybrid format (in-person and online) in the city of Morelia, Michoacán, Mexico.
We recommend reading the complete call for submissions before registering your short films.
Registration and participation in the 6th edition of ANIMAL Film Fest imply full acceptance of these regulations.
CALL FOR SUBMISSIONS
ROT Movie Makers invites general public, as well as independent and professional filmmakers, film students, communication, animation, visual arts, multimedia and careers related, to participate in the sixth edition of ANIMAL Film Fest, to be held on October 2, 3, and 4, 2025, in Morelia, Michoacán, Mexico.
AFF is a ROT Movie Makers’ production.
Rome Prisma Film Awards was founded in 2018 by Stefano Perletta and the production company Il Varco. Hosted by Cinema Azzurro Scipioni, in its first year it saw Silvano Agosti as the president of the jury, a legendary Italian director that has worked alongside the greatest Italian professionals like Ennio Morricone, Vittorio Storaro, Nicola Piovani and many others. Over the course of its second year it moved to Cinema dei Piccoli, one of the oldest movie theaters of Rome, in the heart of Villa Borghese park since 1934.
In September 2020 we embarked on a new path under the curatorship of a new artistic director, Marcello Di Trocchio. During the Covid-19 pandemic that shut down festivals all over the world, we created a monthly streaming on Twitch with a teeming community following us from every corner of the Earth. In July 2021, after the re-opening of cinemas in Italy, we moved to one of the city’s most prestigious and characteristic movie theaters, located in the historic Campo de’ Fiori square: Cinema Farnese, where we started having screenings every two months.
From January 2022 we started a little big revolution: we opened the invitation to the events not only to the Rome-based film audience, but also to all filmmakers who had submitted their own project to our festival in the months preceding the event. In this way, one edition after the other, we contributed to making the Prisma events not only film evenings different from the others, but also a real opportunity to come together for hundreds of filmmakers from all over the world, who all too often feel lost in front of the endless quantity of audiovisual products that every day, at an unstoppable speed, are made, shared and forgotten – and who also feel equally lost in front of the thousands of film festivals that all too often, rather than opportunities to meet, seem to offer laurels to be exhibited on movie posters and social media.
That’s how the Prisma Awards have organically grown into one of the most community driven festivals, gathering over the last three years alone more than 300 artists between directors, producers, actors and movie professionals, coming from all parts of Italy, Europe and the world.
From September 2022, in order to raise the quality of the events, we have started reducing their number: from six a year to three, one every four months, always at Cinema Farnese – each time showcasing short films capable of making the audience laugh, cry, in any case be moved, together in the embracing darkness of the movie hall.
During the course of six years we have received more than 17.000 film projects from 150+ countries and we’ve been reviewed more than 900 times, thus becoming the #1 most reviewed film festival in Europe and one of the best reviewed in general.
Many of the films we’ve screened have passed through first-class festivals, like the short films August Sky by Jasmin Tenucci or Fár by Gunnur Martinsdóttir Schlüter, both winners of the Special Mention at Cannes Film Festival (2021 and 2023 editions), or Censor of Dreams by Leo Berne and Raphaël Rodriguez and Ice Merchants by João Gonzalez, both shortlisted in the Academy Awards (2022 and 2023 editions), or Nate Milton’s Eli from the official selection of Sundance Film Festival. At the same time, we are always proud to bring to the big screen also unpublished gems that we fortunately intercept and that almost nobody else shows.
We never stop collecting the best of emerging cinema, from all kinds of budgets, genres and cultural origins, and we can’t wait to see, day after day, year after year, more stimulating authors and more interested viewers to join us in this beautiful, challenging, creative journey.
These are the Rome Prisma Film Awards. We unite people, through films, in the very heart of Rome.
Let's take a shot with shorts!
The best film festival from Moscow, Russia supported by Ministry of Culture of the Russian Federation and city authorities.
"Short Shot" - Monthly Awards and Screenings.
Festival is dedicated to filmmakers from all over the World.
Sending us your artwork is not sending it to a Black Hole.
We consider each film, each video!
Each director has a chance to introduce himself and his artwork and greet audience through our social media pages!
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Все русскоязычные фильмы могут участвовать в фестивале БЕСПЛАТНО.
Ищите соответствующую категорию и подавайте ЛЮБОЙ фильм в любом жанре!
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We are creators as well and we watch artworks with passion and professional interest.
We believe, that each film, each creator, each director deserve confession!
We are creating community of film lovers and filmmakers.
We communicate a lot, we discuss a lot in our social media!
Join us and be part of Short Shot Fest family!
Our jury selects every month the winning short films for each category:
Best Short Film
Best Short Comedy
Best Short Drama
Best Short Horror
Best Short Fantasy/Sci-Fi
Best Narrative Short
Best Student Short
Best Animation Short
Best Documentary Short
Best Experimental Short
Best Music Video
Best Mini Short
Best Mobile Phone Short (incl vertical)
Best Series (Web/TV)
Best Fashion Short
Best Commercial/Ad/TVC
Also, we provide chance for MOSCOW film creators to take a chance in showing our beautiful city in their movies.
How we do?
Choose one or more categories and submit your short film.
Usually, our submissions start on 1th-4th of the month and end on the same day next month.
EACH submitted film will receive a short review from our judge team (on request)
PLEASE NOTE: We don't screen the films online! The members of the jury watch the films online and they choose the Official Selections.
In 5-7 days after the deadline day for submissions we publish the Official Selections list and we notify the filmmakers via e-mail.
During the next 5 days our members of the jury decide the winners for each category.
After that we publish the Winners list and we notify filmmakers by e-mail. The lists are published on social media and on our dedicated website: shortshotfest.com
In the last week of the month we screen the awarded films in art - center "Efir" in the heart of Moscow.
From August, 2024 we are OPEN for new season 2024/2025!
The Grand Finale 2023/2024 will be held in August, 2025 in Moscow.
International judge team, great networking and friendly atmosphere — that’s Short Shot Fest.
Stay tuned and check our website: shortshotfest.com
Welcome to the 2nd Edition of the Ruídos Queer+ International Film Festival (FIRQ+)!
Below is the link to the festival regulations in English, Portuguese, French and Spanish:
https://drive.google.com/drive/folders/1yYabhFPWVvguCIolVVhyK1EwpaxTeOcs?usp=sharing
An innovative and inclusive event dedicated to celebrating LGBTQIAP+ cinema through a diverse, accessible, and representative approach. FIRQ+ returns with the mission to amplify voices, break barriers, and showcase groundbreaking films that reflect the complexities of gender, identity, and sexuality. This edition expands opportunities for filmmakers and audiences to experience a cinematic journey that goes beyond the screen, creating a space for creativity, inclusion, and dialogue.
What is FIRQ+
FIRQ+ is an annual festival that aims to provide a platform for independent filmmakers from all over the world whose works challenge conventions and explore the rich stories of the LGBTQIAP+ community. The 2nd edition promises to extend its reach and accessibility, creating an event that goes beyond film screenings to foster creativity, inclusion, and reflection.
Festival Categories
We are excited to present a diverse range of categories that cover various forms of cinematic expression:
Documentary: Films up to 20 minutes that address social, political, or cultural issues related to the LGBTQIAP+ community. We seek authentic and sensitive portrayals of the themes explored, aiming to provoke reflection and empathy.
Music Videos: Productions up to 10 minutes that blend music with other forms of artistic expression, such as dance, theater, or performance. We want to see innovative works that bring new perspectives and audiovisual experiences.
Experimental: Films up to 15 minutes that break the conventions of traditional cinema. If you have a bold vision and a challenging approach, this category is for you!
Fiction: Films up to 25 minutes that explore the diverse facets of gender, sexuality, and identity. We seek engaging and authentic narratives that creatively and thoughtfully address LGBTQIAP+ issues.
NEW! This year, we expanded both the Fiction and Documentary categories. Documentaries are now up to 20 minutes long, and Fiction films are up to 25 minutes long. This change allows for more complex narratives and deeper exploration of stories.
Why Participate?
FIRQ+ is much more than a film festival; it is a space for visibility, inclusion, and transformation. Here are some reasons to submit your work:
Visibility: Showcase your film to a global and diverse audience that values LGBTQIAP+ narratives.
Accessibility: We are committed to providing a fully accessible experience. All films will be subtitled in Brazilian Portuguese and English, ensuring a wider audience. Additionally, we will have sign language interpreters, a team trained in attitudinal accessibility, and a venue that meets architectural accessibility standards.
Networking: FIRQ+ offers a unique opportunity to connect with filmmakers, artists, and professionals from the global audiovisual industry.
Prizes: R$ 18,800 in prizes will be awarded, distributed across 11 categories, recognizing the best cinematic productions.
Schedule:
Call for Entries Launch: February 10, 2025 (Monday)
Submission Period Opens: February 10, 2025 (Monday)
Submission Deadline: April 10, 2025 (Monday)
Film Evaluation Period: April 13 – June 13, 2025
Selected Films Announcement: June 16, 2025 (Monday)
Festival Dates: July 18-19, 2025 (Friday and Saturday)
Festival Location: Pelotas, Rio Grande do Sul, Brazil
How to Submit?
Submit your film via the festival website (https://ruidosqueer.com), Google Forms or FestHome, . Remember that all films must be subtitled in Brazilian Portuguese, regardless of the original language. Even films in Portuguese require subtitles for accessibility purposes. Additionally, ensure that you have all necessary copyright permissions and provide a poster and trailer for your submission.
Let’s Make History in Cinema!
We are calling on filmmakers from around the world who wish to transform the cinematic narrative and give visibility to the beauty and diversity of LGBTQIAP+ identity. The 2nd Edition of FIRQ+ is a unique opportunity to leave your mark on the queer cinema history, contributing to a future where creativity, inclusion, and diversity shine on screen.
Questions?
Contact us at: ruidosqueer@gmail.com
Follow us on Instagram and Facebook: @ruidosqueer and @firqsjc
Use the hashtags #FIRQ2025 #QueerCinema #MarginalCinema #ArtOfResistance #DiversityAndInclusion and share this opportunity with your friends and fellow filmmakers!
Submit your film today and be part of this cinematic revolution!
