ABOUT THE BIIFF
global cinema celebration
BRAZILIAN INDEPENDENT INTERNATIONAL FILM FESTIVAL (BIIFF) is an annual film festival that celebrates the art of filmmaking on an international stage. This unique and inclusive event will be held in Dublin, Ireland, organized by STUDIOS NMP, bringing together filmmakers from all around the world. BIIFF aims to showcase global talent in cinematography, providing a platform for both emerging and established filmmakers to share their work and exchange creative ideas. The festival will embrace diversity, cultural richness, and ethical storytelling, fostering a vibrant global film community.
BIIFF was created by Nina Mendes, with the intention of expanding talent in all areas of cinematography worldwide, allowing both amateur and professional filmmakers to have a space to develop and showcase their work, without the excessive costs that the cinematographic industry demands in many countries.
ASSERTING WOMEN'S RIGHTS is a project that emerged from the Festival de Málaga, in collaboration with documentary filmmaker Mabel Lozano and the Equal Opportunities Department of the Malaga City Council, as a tool for protest and advocacy. This section was created with the aim of exploring and addressing issues that raise social awareness about women's rights each year.
Launched in 2008, this section of the Festival de Málaga is now in its 19th edition. The project has a dual purpose: to shed light on the injustices that women continue to face in the 21st century simply because they are women, and to promote and support films created by women.
Through Asserting Women's Rights, we have brought attention to the challenges women face in different parts of the world. Even today, there are many places where women and girls must fight daily for their survival. In these regions, traditional practices and cultural norms often hinder their personal and social development, preventing them from achieving equality with their male counterparts.
Launched in 2013, the LakeCity International Film Festival (LCIFF) held in Mumbai was founded to showcase the emerging talents and the leaders in contemporary film making, and aims to exhibit the most captivating and innovative content.
Festival Mission:
Serving as a Premier Film Festival, LCIFF's mission is to present quality films from around the world as well as support, recognize and honor indie film makers. These films will be organized thematically, in hopes of representing the full range of the human experience as reflected by our chosen filmmakers. LCIFF will also be a vital showcase for indie short film makers as the festival has a PSA Films Category in addition to its competitive sections revolving around a theme and have a strong social message.
1. OBJECTIVES
The objectives of Festival de Malaga are to disseminate and promote Spanish films and their general cultural sphere. In this sense, the Festival is also a platform for Latin American film productions. Its functions include hosting an event for the different professional sectors of films in Spanish (construed as films produced in Spain and all of Latin America, including Brazil) to boost their development and promote international sales.
Festival de Málaga is recognized by the International Federation of Film Producers' Associations (FIAPF) (www.fiapf.org).
In compliance with these objectives, the 29th Edition of Festival de Málaga will be held from 6th to 15 th March 2026.
“RIETI & SABINA Film Festival”
1 NOV 2026
The “RIETI & SABINA Film Festival” aims to provide an opportunity for audiences to discover talents, Authors, Actors, Directors, and Filmmakers, to foster synergies between Film Professionals and emerging talents.
About the Hollywood Blvd Film Festival (HBFF):
The Hollywood Blvd Film Festival celebrates and supports filmmakers from all over the world, empowering them to showcase their talent and advance their careers. Our festival is dedicated to new and student filmmakers, offering them a platform to share their creative efforts with a supportive and enthusiastic audience.
HBFF is a unique and creative film festival designed specifically for film creators, offering them a distinctive and memorable experience. As a high-end festival, HBFF stands out from other film festivals around the globe by providing an unparalleled platform and exceptional opportunities for filmmakers.
We are a team of experienced professionals committed to selecting and promoting high-quality films that deserve expert recognition. HBFF provides independent filmmakers with exposure, opportunities, and distribution support, applauding those who demonstrate mastery in the craft of filmmaking.
Key Festival Policies and Updates:
Physical Screenings for All Official Selections:
-Every film selected as an Official Selection will be screened at a theater during the festival.
All Official Selections Are Winners:
-Each Official Selection is recognized as a Winner, and filmmakers will receive an award for their achievement.
Awards Ranking and Ceremony:
- Awards are ranked based on jury ratings.
- Winners will be honored at an exclusive Awards Ceremony, which includes a VIP Dinner.
- Attendance at the screening and Awards Ceremony is mandatory for all winners or their representatives. Failure to attend may result in disqualification.
VIP Dinner Requirement:
-A separate ticket purchase is required for the VIP Dinner. This dinner is part of the Awards Ceremony and provides a valuable networking opportunity with fellow filmmakers and industry professionals.
Financial Assistance for VIP Dinner:
-If you are facing financial challenges and cannot afford the VIP Dinner, please let us know. We may be able to connect you with a donor who can assist with the cost.
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.
The Pirineos Mountain Film Festival (Mountain, Adventure and Nature Film Festival of the Pyrenees) was born in Huesca (Spain) as a film competition focused on mountain and Biosphere.
This film event held its first edition in sample format in February 2022, to give way in 2023 to an international competitive festival around mountain, adventure and nature short films.
Atalaya is an international festival that aims to give a voice to films that deal with issues as important as social justice and Human Rights, covering topics such as inequality in all its forms, democratic memory, poverty, solidarity, education, health and well-being, peace, sustainability, and more.
It takes place in the autumn in the town of Casariche, located east of the province of Seville.
About the festival
If we had to define Facom Fest in a single phrase, as a tagline, it would be: “A Galician festival for students”. This leaves us with two main focuses of interest: on the one hand, our unwavering commitment to promoting Galician projects; and, on the other hand, the emphasis on “students”. Unlike previous editions, this 4th edition aims to give visibility not only to works created by Galician students, but also by students from any region of the world. We believe that our condition as students is vital for establishing dialogues and debates, identifying common or divergent points, and above all, learning. Even though we are still in training, this international initiative aspires to give us the ability to teach — this time, we, the global student body, to our peers. To share experiences, visions, techniques, and, who knows, perhaps contacts. Following the spirit of previous editions, we understand that many works created during one’s academic formation deserve to have a life of their own — to be seen, discussed, and to reach beyond borders, which often seems difficult when entering the professional world.
Thus, in this new edition we offer the opportunity for all students currently enrolled, or who have completed their studies in the previous year, in any university or educational institution at any level, anywhere in the world, to submit their works to the festival.
This new edition, Facom Fest 2025, will take place from November 24th to 27th, 2025, in Santiago de Compostela.
Un Court Tournable is a shorts films festival event that aims to be a place of discovery of new talents in the field of cinema.
Personalities will sponsor some of our events as a guest of honor, an opportunity to share experience with this artistic universe.
The festival have 4 editions by year.
The screening will take place:
CINEMA MAC MAHON
5 Avenue Mac-Mahon
75017 Paris
http://www.cinemamacmahon.com/
Métro: Charles de Gaulle Etoile (ligne 1, 2 et 6)
Parking: Indigo Wagram ou Mac Mahon
or
ECOLES CINEMA CLUB
23 rue des Ecoles
75005 Paris
https://pariscinemaclub.com/ecoles/
Métro: Maubert-Mutualité, Cardinal Lemoine (ligne 10)
Discover the Magic of the Abia International Film Festival (ABIFF)!
Launched in June 2024, the Abia International Film Festival (ABIFF) made a powerful debut with its inaugural edition held from 20th to 22nd December 2024 in Umuahia, Abia State. The festival brought together filmmakers, actors, industry stakeholders, and creative enthusiasts from across Nigeria and the diaspora in a vibrant celebration of storytelling, innovation, and cultural identity.
ABIFF 2025 – A Remarkable Second Edition
Building on the success of its inaugural outing, ABIFF 2025 recorded a significant milestone with over 1,243 film submissions from filmmakers across Africa, Europe, North America, and Asia — positioning the festival as one of the fastest-growing film platforms in West Africa.
Highlights of the 2025 edition included:
Carefully curated international and African film screenings
Intensive youth training workshops in screenwriting, acting, video editing, and film production management
Industry panel discussions and masterclasses facilitated by seasoned professionals
A glamorous Awards Night celebrating excellence in filmmaking
The highly anticipated All Abia Nollywood Artists Night, uniting Abia-born creatives and industry icons
The festival further strengthened its mission of empowering young creatives, with structured training programs aimed at equipping thousands of Abia youths with practical media and film production skills.
ABIFF 2026 – Bigger Vision, Global Impact
The upcoming ABIFF 2026 edition is projected to be even more expansive and globally connected. Expectations include:
Increased international participation and cultural exchange partnerships
Expanded film categories, including AI-driven storytelling and emerging media
Certification-backed training programs in collaboration with accredited institutions
Industry marketplace sessions connecting filmmakers with distributors and investors
Strategic partnerships with global film festivals and training academies
A stronger focus on youth employment, entrepreneurship, and creative enterprise development
ABIFF 2026 will continue positioning Abia State as a rising hub in Africa’s creative economy while fostering cross-border collaboration and innovation.
Partnership and Collaboration
We warmly welcome partnerships and collaborations from individuals, organizations, film institutes, embassies, and cultural bodies committed to advancing the creative industry. ABIFF provides a dynamic platform for:
Youth empowerment
Talent development
Cultural preservation
Investment in Africa’s storytelling economy
Cultural Uniqueness of Abia State
Abia State remains a treasure trove of cultural heritage, rich traditions, entrepreneurial excellence, and artistic brilliance. ABIFF proudly showcases the identity of Abia — from indigenous storytelling traditions to modern cinematic expressions — projecting the state’s creative spirit onto the global stage.
Institutional Endorsements
ABIFF continues to receive recognition and endorsement from key government bodies, including:
The Abia State Ministry of Arts, Culture and Creative Economy
The Office of the Senior Special Assistant to the Governor on Entertainment and Tourism
These endorsements affirm ABIFF’s growing role in cultural diplomacy, tourism development, and economic transformation within Abia State.
Why You Shouldn’t Miss ABIFF 2026
-Unforgettable Experiences: World-class workshops, masterclasses, and engaging conversations with industry leaders.
-Creative Inspiration: Powerful films that educate, entertain, and inspire.
-Global Networking: Connect with filmmakers, actors, producers, distributors, and investors.
-Youth Empowerment: Be part of a transformative initiative equipping Abia youths with employable creative skills.
-Grand Celebrations: Awards Night and the All Abia Nollywood Artists Night.
-Creative Economy Gateway: Experience how ABIFF is redefining Abia as a destination for film, tourism, and innovation.
ABIFF is not just a festival — it is a movement shaping the future of African storytelling.
Whether you’re a filmmaker, actor, writer, investor, cultural enthusiast, or film lover, ABIFF offers the ultimate platform to immerse yourself in the magic of cinema while contributing to meaningful impact.
Visit: www.abiafilmfestival.org
Email: abiainternationalfilmfestival@gmail.com
Phone: 07033556445
Together, let’s continue making history and elevating Abia’s creative voice to the world stage.
The current severe political and ecological crises seem to make idealistic or even utopian thinking—developing positive visions of the future—almost impossible.
Our theme, Collaborative Futures – SMALL APPROACHES, seeks to focus precisely on these small gestures of hope or success.
Participation will be determined by a jury composed of the cooperation partners listed on the website.
São Paulo Film Festival 2026 (SPFF) is one of the best film festivals in Brazil.
SPFF seeks to support and inspire independent films from all over the world through genuine expression that can spark new perspectives on the art of cinema. The festival is dedicated to the discovery and development of new artists — voices with visions that go beyond the borders of imagination and have the power to move audiences everywhere.
Different from most festivals, we watch all the films. Our jury is composed mostly of filmmakers.
Shorts, animations, and documentaries. Any genre.
The festival will take place on December 13, 2026, at Cinema Reag Belas Artes, featuring only the finalist films. All semi-finalist and finalist films will be screened online until December 15, 2026.
Dec 13 - 15, 2026
The São Paulo Film Festival is an official festival listed on IMDb.
The Short Short Story Film Festival is a competitive international festival of films that tell a story in under six minutes.
For 2025, the 18th edition of the festival returns with a unique closed event. The festival celebrates brevity in film-making, with films from across the globe, both live-action and animated.
The festival consists of two programs, Heartstrings and Headtrip, each with a distinctive tone yet wide-ranging styles and topics.
Biophilia is a concept based on respect and love for life and living beings.
Our essence is hidden in the earth, inside everything converges, an infinite cycle that reveals being: sprouting, intertwining, flourishing, and later, being a seed that fell to germinate again. We celebrate the connection of man with the earth, and how from this link, we are able to perceive and build our surroundings, recognize ourselves in the gaze of the other, or ignore a little about our being.
The festival activities will take place in the month of November, we will carry out face-to-face and online activities creating links in three states of Mexico: Mexico City, the State of Mexico and Oaxaca.
Complementario a las exhibiciones y programaciones se impartirán talleres y habrá charlas y master class con especialistas en la cinematografía, estas actividades se realizarán de manera online y presencial (si las condiciones de pandemia lo permite), y están planeadas para los asistentes y el público interesado, buscando impulsar a nuevos autores. Así como actividades especiales para los autores de los cortometrajes ganadores de cada categoría y las menciones honoríficas.
Germans
Shorts under 59 seconds
Fiction, documentary, animation, experimental and hybrid genres
Sap
Videoclip
Between 1 and 8 minutes
Cortex
Fiction, animation and experimental short films
Under 29 minutes
Xilema
Experimental short films
Under 29 minutes
Root
Non-fiction short films and hybrid genres
Under 29 minutes
Rhizome
Medium and feature films
Fiction, documentary, animation, experimental and hybrid genres
Between 30 minutes and 150 minutes
National category
English
Biophilia is a concept based on respect and love for life and living beings.
Our essence is hidden in the earth, inside everything converges, an infinite cycle that reveals being: sprouting, intertwining, flourishing, and later, being a seed that fell to germinate again. We celebrate the connection of man with the earth, and how from this link, we are able to perceive and build our surroundings, recognize ourselves in the gaze of the other, or ignore a little about our being.
The festival activities will take place in the month of November, we will carry out face-to-face and online activities creating links in trhee states of Mexico: the State of Mexico, Mexico City and Oaxaca.
We receive cinematographic and audiovisual works that address the following concepts:
Biophilia, ecology, nature, native peoples, traditions, collective memory, cosmogony and rituals. The extension is free as well as the genres: fiction, non-fiction, animation, experimental and hybrids.
International categories
Germans
Shorts under 59 seconds
Fiction, documentary, animation, experimental and hybrid genres
Sap
Videoclip
Between 1 and 8 minutes
Cortex
Fiction, animation and experimental short films
Under 29 minutes
Xilema
Experimental short films
Under 29 minutes
Root
Non-fiction short films and hybrid genres
Under 29 minutes
Rhizome
Medium and feature films
Fiction, documentary, animation, experimental and hybrid genres
Between 30 minutes and 150 minutes
National category
Seed
Emerging Mexican filmmakers
Fiction, documentary, animation, experimental and hybrid genres
Under than 20 minutes
Complementary to the exhibitions and programming, workshops will be given and there will be talks and master classes with specialists in cinematography, these activities will be carried out online and in person (if pandemic conditions allow it), and are planned for attendees and the interested public. , seeking to promote new authors. As well as special activities for the authors of the winning short films in each category and the honorable mentions.
The TASTE AWARDS are the premier awards celebrating the year's best in Food, Fashion, Health, Travel, Sports and Lifestyle programs on Television, in Film, Online, in Podcasts, and on Radio.
The Awards have included appearances by stars, celebrities, producers and executives from networks and platforms such as the Food Network, the Style Network, Bravo, the Cooking Channel, Sony Pictures, DreamWorks, TLC, Discovery, Lifetime, E! Entertainment Television, PBS, APT, Create TV, NBC, ABC, the CW, HGTV, the Travel Channel, HD Net, Hulu, YouTube, Vimeo, Vice, LiveWell Network, Esquire Network, Bio/FYI Channel, iHeart Radio, HBO, MyxTV, Small Screen Network, StyleHaul, PTA, Zagat, Mode Media, WatchMojo, and more.
“There are the Emmys, the Grammys, the Oscars, and finally, the Tastys.”
Cittador International Film Festival in Vienna is a festival for independent films. It takes place annually over a week and presents international, European, and Austrian feature and short films. CIFF understands film as an expression of a personal vision and promotes independent films outside the mainstream. Another important aspect is the diversity of all genres that CIFF celebrates and showcases.
The Cittador International Film Festival accepts feature films up to 120 minutes and short films up to 30 minutes running time. CIFF is aimed at all filmmakers who love inspiring, high-quality, captivating, original, and imaginative films.
