The K-lidoscopi Cultural Association in Cullera is holding its 15th Short Film Festival. The Short Film Festival features three categories (Fiction, Animation and Documentary) and serves as a selection event for the GOYA Awards.
Magnetic Film Association is proud to announce the short film festival “N.I.F.F. Noto International Film Festival” 2026 X edition
Festival is dedicated to any short movies created in any format and opened to all Italians and foreigner authors.
N.I.F.F will award the prestigious “MARIO MONICELLI” award for the best direction.
The technical jury appointed by the organizers of MAGNETIC FILM PRODUCTION will be composed of artist and workers in the field of cinematography, music and journalism field, chaired by film critic Giuseppe Liotta.
The 2nd CINE GRANDE DO NORTE is an International Film Festival held in the city of Mossoró, Rio Grande do Norte, Brazil. The festival will be a joint initiative of the Extension Office of Universidade do Estado do Rio Grande do Norte (PROEX/UERN), BNB Cultural Mossoró, Cineatro/UERN, Mistério Filmes, Gato Laranja Produções, RQB Produções, and Piquê Produções, and will take place from October 26 to 30, 2026 at Centro Cultural Banco do Nordeste Mossoró.
In an ever-changing cultural landscape, the 2nd CINE GRANDE DO NORTE aims to provide a platform for filmmakers from Rio Grande do Norte, allowing diverse narratives, aesthetics, and identities to be recognized and appreciated by audiences. Furthermore, the event will contribute to the development of the audiovisual industry in the state, encouraging new creations and promoting exchange among artists, technicians, and lovers of the seventh art in Brazil and around the world.
The objective is to foster film production, cultural education, and the appreciation of cinema as an instrument of education and social transformation. The initiative aims to promote competitive screenings of short films (fiction, documentary, and animation), completely free to the public, in four categories: (1) the “Potiguar Showcase,” prioritizing productions from Rio Grande do Norte, Brazil; (2) the “Children’s Showcase,” dedicated to Brazilian films for children of all ages; (3) the “Brazil Showcase,” with productions from anywhere in the country; and (4) the “World Showcase,” which will feature films from filmmakers around the globe.
By bringing together works that reflect the cultural, social, and historical diversity of the people of Rio Grande do Norte, the Potiguar Showcase reinforces the role of UERN, Cineatro/UERN and Banco do Nordeste Cultural as promoters of regional and national culture. The initiative represents more than just film screenings; it is also a platform for resistance, expression, and belonging. At a time when democratizing access to culture and opportunities in the arts is essential, the event stands as a significant milestone in consolidating inclusive cultural policies and strengthening the audiovisual identity of Northeastern Brazil.
The World Showcase also offers an opportunity for filmmakers from other countries to screen their international productions and promote cultural exchange, connecting local audiences with diverse narratives, aesthetics, and perspectives from global cinema. The section is intended for independent filmmakers—from emerging talents to experienced professionals—as well as producers, screenwriters, and other audiovisual professionals interested in circulating their works, exchanging experiences, and strengthening collaborative networks on the international stage.
The festival will also feature educational workshops related to cinema and its multiple languages, providing local audiences with enriching opportunities for learning and cultural engagement. These activities will take place in the afternoon, according to the official schedule. In addition, the Festival will include the Brazil Children's Showcase, featuring selected children's films (rated suitable for all audiences) for students from public schools in Mossoró, Rio Grande do Norte.
The second edition of the event will also include the "Warm-Up Screenings," during which selected short films from the competitive sections will be screened in rural communities, specifically in Maísa and Pau Branco communities, Mossoró/RN. This initiative will take place over two evenings through MovCEU, a mobile cultural vehicle operated by UERN's Extension Office, acquired through the Ministry of Culture's Territórios da Cultura program to bring extension activities to municipalities in the interior of Rio Grande do Norte. This initiative aims to expand the festival's social and cultural reach, ensuring that Potiguar audiovisual productions reach diverse audiences, especially those in areas with limited access to formal cultural activities. In this way, the Warm-Up Screenings will integrate the Festival into the daily lives of these communities, promoting cinema as a tool for dialogue, education, and belonging, while strengthening the presence of UERN, the Cineatro/UERN Extension Project, and BNB Cultural Mossoró in communities throughout the state, reaffirming their commitment to university outreach and the dissemination of art and culture.
Festival de cine de comedia. Con encuentros profesionales y films inéditos en España.Los cortometrajes de la sección oficial se dividen en tres apartados: sección oficial a competición, sección oficial panorama, sección oficial animación.
The Ancash Film Festival celebrates its 6th anniversary, transforming through cinema—traveling, learning, and finding its own horizon—through its work, balancing both its educational mission and the films it hosts, embraces, and shares.
We are an Ancash-based festival committed to the cultural development of the region, fostering new filmmakers and promoting change through cinema with a sustainable development approach aligned with the 2030 Agenda (SDGs).
For this 6th edition, the Festival presents three competitive categories.
The Àger International Film Festival (FICdÀ) aims to bring cinema closer to a population that does not have easy access and to become a support space for new film talent.
The festival focuses on short films with a social theme, dealing with issues that add value to society.
Only for Ibero-American filmmakers.
A segunda edição do Festival Internacional Bolivia Lab en Corto 2026 “Intensos Fulgores” faz parte do XVIII Bolivia Lab 2026.
O Festival, voltado para a exibição, difusão e fortalecimento do curta-metragem ibero-americano, bem como para o incentivo a novas vozes do setor audiovisual boliviano, convida você a inscrever seu projeto nas diferentes categorias, abertas a pessoas da Bolívia e de toda a Ibero-América.
Este encontro será realizado na cidade de Sucre, Bolívia, tornando-se um espaço de intercâmbio, exibição e celebração do cinema contemporâneo e contará com duas linhas de participação
claramente diferenciadas:
• Curta-metragem nacional e internacional (tema livre).
• Câmara livre nacional, tema (Histórias que migram)
“Histórias que migram” reúne relatos de partida, retorno, espera, transformação e adaptação, destacando as múltiplas formas como as pessoas e as comunidades se relacionam com o território, a memória e o sentimento de pertencimento. O eixo conceitual dialoga simbolicamente com o comportamento das aves migratórias, tomando como referência o maçarico-de-bico-preto, espécie migratória que percorre milhares de quilômetros do hemisfério norte até a América do Sul e que, a cada ano, encontra na Bolívia um de seus territórios de passagem durante sua rota migratória. Sua travessia representa um poderoso símbolo de deslocamento, resistência e adaptação às mudanças ambientais e territoriais.
Publicação obrigatória na rede social TikTok.
Uso da hashtag oficial do festival (#HistoriasQueMigran).
Publicação em perfil público.
DONOSSKINO Short Film Festival Vol.X
Festival will be held in Donostia / San Sebastian in October 2026.
Short Film Festival - Theme: Nature & Imagination
This is a mini-film festival organized around a call for short films on the theme of nature and dreams: strange, creative, offbeat narrative, poetic, supernatural, experimental, visual... depending on the vision of the filmmakers submitting their works.
The Cinalfama Lisbon International Film Festival is an annual outdoor event located in the heart of Lisbon's historic neighborhood, Alfama. For a week, we occupy the street with independent films from around the world.
OPEN CALL
We welcome submissions from independent directors, screenwriters, and composers who want to see their work screened at the white walls of Alfama.
ABOUT CINALFAMA
Cinalfama Lisboa International Film Festival celebrates the rich cultural and historical tapestry of one of the city's most iconic areas, providing a unique platform for independent filmmakers worldwide.
We aim to promote cultural and artistic diversity through cinema, highlighting works that address relevant, innovative, and provocative themes. With a carefully curated selection of films, our goal is to offer the audience an engaging and diverse cinematic experience.
To believe in an independent film festival in the streets of one of Lisbon's historic neighborhoods inevitably absorbed by gentrification is to persist and pursue a community utopia where cinema plays a restorative role.
In this context, Cinalfama has been developing a pilot program to collect stories and orality from residents and spaces in the neighborhood, in an attempt to rescue the essence of this population.
Several of the directors who make up the Cinalfama team, such as Pedro Costa, Leonor Teles, and Pedro Cabeleira, are taking part in this pressing project, whose collections are being screened at the Cinalfama Lisboa International Film Festival.
Cinalfama holds a second Open Call for the Film Observatory - regular competitive sessions three times a year (January, April, and October) - with different categories.
The 27th Kinoarte Film Festival, to be held from October 30th to November 8th, is receiving applications for its competitive sessions of short films. Films up to 25 minutes long, produced from January 2025 may participate in the Ibero-American, National, Paranaense and Londrinense competitions.
Toronto International Nollywood Film Festival (TINFF)
A Canadian Screen Award–Qualifying Festival
A Telefilm Canada–Qualifying Festival
One of Telefilm Canada’s 25 Approved Medium-to-Large Scale Film Festivals (2026–2027)
An Official IMDb Festival
The Toronto International Nollywood Film Festival (TINFF) is one of Canada’s leading multicultural film festivals—recognized nationally and internationally for championing diversity, inclusion, and global storytelling. TINFF is proud to be:
• A Canadian Screen Award–Qualifying Festival
• A Telefilm Canada–Qualifying Festival
• One of Telefilm Canada’s Top 25 Medium-to-Large Scale Film Festivals for 2026–2027
• An official IMDb festival
• A registered Canadian non-profit organization headquartered in Toronto
TINFF has earned its position as a premiere platform for diverse filmmaking, representing Canada’s cultural mosaic and its deep ties to African, Caribbean, Indigenous, and international cinema communities.
A Festival With Distribution Power: Cinematic Box Distribution Canada
TINFF proudly operates a subsidiary company, The Cinematic Box Distribution Canada, which is officially approved by the Canada Media Fund (CMF) as an eligible worldwide distributor for CMF-funded films—up to $3.5 million in licensing and distribution value.
This distinction positions TINFF and its industry ecosystem as a gateway for:
• Canadian filmmakers seeking broad domestic and international reach
• International filmmakers with co-production treaties with Canada
• Productions aiming to ensure that Canadian stories are amplified and accessible both nationally and globally
TINFF’s integrated festival + distribution model provides unmatched market access, visibility, and opportunity for creators.
Celebrating Global Cinema, Diverse Voices, and Innovative Storytelling
TINFF champions inclusive filmmaking with a strong focus on multicultural, African diaspora, BIPOC, Indigenous, and international creators. As the first Canadian festival with authentic Nollywood roots to receive national recognition, TINFF continues to elevate global perspectives while fostering talent development in Canada.
Our community partners include:
Canadian Heritage, Canada Media Fund, Telefilm Canada, Ontario Creates, and the City of Brampton, among others committed to industry growth and equity.
Canadian Screen Awards Eligibility
Under Academy rules, films selected by at least two Academy-approved festivals may qualify for the Canadian Screen Awards. As an approved festival, all TINFF Official Selections (past and future) may use TINFF toward their Academy qualification.
Eligibility: https://www.academy.ca/canadian-screen-awards/rules-eligibility/
Annual Festival Highlights
TINFF delivers rich year-round programming leading into its live festival celebration, including:
• Film screenings with Q&A sessions
• Industry conferences, seminars, and conversations
• Live performances, cultural showcases, and stage plays
• Workshops, training labs, and mentorship (through TINFF Film Academy)
• Pitch sessions and market development programs
• Red carpet and Awards Gala
• International filmmaker networking and collaboration opportunities
TINFF CBDF Market Summit (Canada Black & Diversity Film Market)
A signature component of the festival, the CBDF Market Summit provides:
• B2B & B2C market activities
• Distribution & acquisition meetings
• Co-production and cross-border collaboration opportunities
• Masterclasses, workshops, and pitch development
• Film market screenings, with one-on-one and group meetings
The Summit connects Canada with African, Caribbean, European, and global markets, building pathways for sustained industry growth.
TINFF Expansion into Brampton: The Launch of BINFF
TINFF has expanded its footprint into the City of Brampton with the creation of the Brampton International Nollywood Film Festival (BINFF)—a sister festival designed to expand opportunities for local and global filmmakers.
BINFF provides:
• A second annual platform for filmmaking excellence
• Greater access for Peel Region creators
• Additional screening opportunities
• A broader audience reach across Brampton and the GTA
• A powerful pipeline between Toronto and Brampton for diverse filmmaking communities
Submit to BINFF:
https://festhome.com/
This expansion strengthens TINFF’s commitment to regional growth, talent development, and international cultural exchange.
International Collaborations
TINFF partners with global festivals—including the Prague Film Festival (PFF)—to promote cross-cultural engagement and film exchange. Winners from each festival receive reciprocal screening opportunities abroad.
Join Us and Celebrate the Power of Storytelling
TINFF welcomes filmmakers, industry leaders, and audiences worldwide to experience vibrant, diverse, and globally connected cinema. Our annual Awards Gala honours outstanding achievements that promote cultural understanding, equality, and creative excellence.
Website: www.tinff.net
Social Media: @tinffestiva
Organized by Associazione Culturale “NO_NAME” with support of the Municipality of Pedara (Sicily, Italy), SICILY INTERNATIONAL SHORT LEAGUE, is a festival totally dedicated to short movies from all over the world, included in the annual program of “Via dei Corti - Festival Indipendente di Cinema Breve”.
The 10th edition of Sicily International Short League will take place among 7th and 21th of July in Pedara
Foreing authors are invited to send their short movies with italian subtitles. Info: shortleague@viadeicorti.it
Organized by “NO_NAME”, "CineMigrare – Rassegna Internazionale di Cinema Senza Frontiere" is a festival totally dedicated to movies, short movies and documentaries speaking about immigration and cultural integration.
The 10th edition in 2026 of CineMigrare Festival will take from 7th to 21th July in Pedara (CT).
Several SPECIAL GUEST are invited to this second edition and they will be awarded with the CineMigrare Award 2026.
Foreing authors are invited to send their short movies with italian subtitles. Info: info@cinemigrare.it // www.cinemigrare.it
The International University Short Film Festival "CINESTESIA FEST" is an international cultural space founded in 2017 at the Fundación Universitaria Los Libertadores, located in Bogotá and Cartagena, Colombia.
The main objective is to provide a platform for emerging filmmakers and students enrolled in universities worldwide to exhibit their projects, foster professional recognition, encourage reflection, and cultivate new audiences.
The Festival takes place annually in the second semester of the year in Bogotá and Cartagena, Colombia, awarding the "Cinestesia" statuette—a recognition of international university talent.
Welcome to Indie House! We are an IMDb-qualifying international film festival focused on independent filmmakers, providing a unique platform for your work to shine. Our festival structure is designed to prioritize filmmaker recognition, with a higher percentage of nominations compared to other festivals.
What sets us apart is our inclusive approach. We believe everyone deserves the same opportunities, regardless of when they submit their project. We do not make selections until all entries have been received, ensuring that every submission has a fair chance. Additionally, we offer an “All Categories” option, which provides a cost-effective way for filmmakers to submit their projects, and as a thank you, we offer promotional posts on our social media channels.
At Indie House, we have no production year limit. We believe in second—and even third—chances, allowing filmmakers to submit older projects alongside their most recent work. We also support filmmakers who have their projects on YouTube or other online platforms, and this does not disqualify their film from the festival.
We understand the importance of communication, and our festival team is always ready to answer any questions or concerns. You can contact us via our festival email, and we will be happy to provide prompt responses.
Join us at Indie House, where your independent film will have the opportunity to shine on an international stage, and your creativity and passion for storytelling will be celebrated. Submit your project today and become part of our inclusive and vibrant festival community!