SANFIC, Santiago International Film Festival, represents a film platform with educational, cultural, artistic and industrial purposes, as well as a prime symbol of the Chilean capital city and the whole country.
We are celebrating the tenth edition of the Ciutadà Compromés Film Festival, organized by ACICOM.
Faithful to the initial project, we want to bring Valencian audiovisual productions closer to the public, which is why we project on multiple screens counting on the synergies of social entities and organizations. We will have civic and social, institutional and commercial rooms.
We value, with their exhibition, Valencian audiovisual productions, those that bring us a committed look. Our environment, social, territorial, economic, human rights, relationships, etc. is treated in these works. Some audiovisuals with a restless look.
We are a festival away from the red carpet, and more identified with the people and organizations we care about and work to improve society.
The “Memorables Film Festival” is a film festival and competition created with the aim of showcasing and promoting the creation and dissemination of short films about Alzheimer’s and its effects on patients and their families.
In this new edition, the festival broadens its scope to include all neurodegenerative diseases, while maintaining its social mission of raising awareness and sharing knowledge about the impact these conditions have on individuals, families, and society.
It is organized by CIEN (Center for Research on Neurological Diseases) and the Reina Sofía Foundation Alzheimer Center.
CIEN presents the “Memorables Film Festival” as a film festival with the purpose of giving visibility to neurodegenerative diseases and how they affect different aspects of our lives. Likewise, the short film competition encourages the creation and creativity of audiovisual content that contributes value to dissemination, knowledge, and social awareness surrounding these diseases.
PHILOSOPHY
What drive us:
A contest dedicated to transcendental free cinema, at its several meanings, including philosophic, psychological, scientific, anthropological, spiritual and poetic cinema.
Because transcendence in the man and the world, might be eventually ineffable and, on this, cinematographic art has certain advantages, and a huge responsibility.
FREE CINEMA
All cinematographic possibilities are welcome, with a major interest on rareties
WITHOUT TIME
Cinemística as an open space-time, with non restrictive features, enabling the authors to develop their own language: all formats, duration, nationality, year of production, etc. are accepted.
A REFUGE
An international refuge for films that intend, technically or with the plot, an approaching to the big mystery of world representation, in the art and in the man. Without dogmas, under any individual or collective perspective, from faith, but also from agnosticism, spiritual atheism and scientific thought.
A POETIC CINEMA OF CONTEMPLATION
Filmmakers' looks, in all their socio-cultural diversity, interested in any film as a result of personal discovering, researching or experimentation, inspiration and work, from revelation or introspection of the authors. Quotidian, ecstasy and disparity as structures to create depth on the film treatment.
ASCETICISM
Mysticism and asceticism in film production represent, probably, a more absolute estate compare to others, because a cinema with huge budget and more technical complexity could be done, but sometimes the most humble and simple film is, however, universal.
THE STILL
Impermanent cinematographies, from the still, from 'amateur' cinema (from French verb aimer), define directors not only by what they show and how they do it on screen, but by what they decide not to show.
PHENOMENOLOGY
What appears and disappears, topologies emergence, materials or conscious, and their invisibility or subsequent expiration. The sequential surroundings of emptiness, of matters and time. Shafts at the discourse, eloquent, everyone can understand it by himself. Absence and miracle: Mystic as a possible cohabit together.
CORDIALITY, COMMUNICATION & COLLOQIUMS
Great importance of the colloquiums and live interaction between spectators and filmmakers. maximum communication, respect, sympathy and closeness from the organization to the filmmakers, artists and directors who come to present their films.
The Film Tracks Film Fest wants to be a meeting point between fans of filmic language, propose quality works.
A special prize will go to a short film about the MEDITERRANEAN.
We love Cinema and how we want to spread it.
The 5th FESTIVALITO will take place in December 2026 in the city of San Carlos de Bariloche, Patagonia, Argentina. Following the Festival, a traveling program will tour various cities and countries.
Our program, featuring both Argentine and international films, is designed to create opportunities for dialogue and reflection after each screening, recognizing every child's perspective as that of an active audience member. The Festival encourages discussion and promotes an understanding of cinema as a collective artistic experience.
Sapphic Film Sunday is dedicated to celebrating sapphic stories from independent filmmakers worldwide. We champion stories spanning women-loving-women relationships, sapphic identity, and queer history, that portray the full depth, joy, complexity, and diversity of sapphic life.
Our event is a curated 3-hour showcase featuring a single block of sapphic indie shorts, a live filmmaker Q&A, and a post-screening lobby social hour where you can grab a drink and chat.
After the entire screening block concludes, any filmmakers in attendance will be invited to do a brief Q&A session with the audience. Accepted filmmakers will receive (2) free passes to the event.
Our Commitment to Inclusion:
While all submitted films must center sapphic or WLW (women-loving-women) themes and narratives, we warmly welcome submissions from all creators, with a dedicated focus on uplifting:
-- cis and trans women
-- lesbians, bisexual, pansexual, and queer women
-- non-binary or gender-expansive individuals, and any folks who feel connected to and aligned with sapphic storytelling
What We Are NOT:
A traditional, high-stakes film festival. To be exact: we have zero awards, and zero prestige.
We are a low-key, independently funded community event built to bring folks together through sapphic cinema. Don’t expect red carpets or gold trophies—just a great showcase of indie film and a space to make a friend or two chatting in the lobby after.
The Mostra Cinepoesia 2026 is a film event that promotes dialogue between cinema and poetry through the screening of experimental short films, video art, or video poetry created by authors, poets, filmmakers, directors, or artists.
The event plans to select approximately 15 original works for screening—whether previously released or not—including those submitted by applicants or invited participants, as well as works from the festival’s collection.
The presence of poetic language is essential in the selected audiovisual works, whether narrated, spoken, sung, or written.
We seek new possibilities for poetic cinema that draws on linguistic experimentation and the synergy between images, sounds, and words.
Our 2026 tribute goes to Elisa Lucinda. We highlight her multidisciplinary career as a Brazilian actress, poet, writer, and singer, as well as her legacy as a champion of poetic power.
For the 2026 edition, the Mostra Cinepoesia has confirmed the following dates:
July 20—Registration begins > Call for Entries opens.
September 10—Registration closes.
September 15—List of Selected Works.
October 21—Premiere of the in-person screening at the MAM Cinematheque in Rio de Janeiro.
October 21—Premiere of the screening and opening of the People’s Jury at the MAM Rio Cinematheque online.
October 24—Announcement of the work with the most votes from the People’s Jury.
The Gateshead International Film Festival (GIFF) is a three-day annual event celebrating distinctive, challenging cinema from around the world, with a particular focus on underrepresented voices, international co-productions, and filmmakers working outside the dominant commercial centres.
Our mission is to bring new audiences to the North East of England, support local and regional talent, and create a genuine cultural bridge between the North East of England and the wider world of international cinema.
We aim to forge a film festival that will ultimately launch the careers of writers and filmmakers.
The official symbol of our festival is the wild goat, inspired by the town's original name. The goat symbolises pioneerism, curiosity and exploration.
They also represent independence, perseverance, determination and inspire us to pursue our goals even in the face of obstacles. Just as a Goat climbs into the unknown with confidence, we shall embrace the unknown with an adventurous spirit, allowing us to learn more about ourselves and the world around us.
The GUATAPÉ FILM FEST is an international film festival that promotes the circulation, screening, and dialogue surrounding cinema, strengthening exchanges among creators, audiences, and regions from one of Colombia’s most iconic cultural landscapes.
Through its official competitions, curated screenings, educational programs, industry events, and public engagement activities, the Festival promotes the diversity of contemporary cinema, fosters the discovery of new voices, and contributes to the strengthening of the national and international film sectors.
As part of its fourth edition, GUATAPÉ FILM FEST officially opens this call for entries and invites individuals and organizations involved in the creation, production, distribution, exhibition, and circulation of films to submit their films for inclusion in the Festival’s official program.
These Official Call for Entries Guidelines establish the general conditions for participation, registration requirements, the selection process, screening categories, evaluation criteria, the awards granted by the Festival, as well as the rights and responsibilities of those participating in the call for entries.
GUATAPÉ FILM FEST reaffirms its commitment to promoting cinema as an artistic and cultural expression that contributes to the exchange of knowledge, the recognition of diverse perspectives, and the strengthening of ties between film industries, regions, and their communities.
Submission of a film implies full knowledge and acceptance of these Official Rules, as well as of the decisions made by the Festival within the framework of this call for entries.
Culture x Frames is an inclusive cultural project. It offers a cultural bridge that brings people together through a shared interest in film and art. It promotes openness, exchange and creativity regardless of origin, age or social background.
The aim is to bring together all kinds of people from a wide variety of social backgrounds at one event. This is to be achieved through free entry and a diversity of locations and films.
As special focus is on films which are made in an unusual way.
There will be 6 evenings throughout the year of 2026. First 3 Events will be spread in the months between march and May. Last 3 Events will be in October and November, but there will be another submission deadline.
Autumn Events:
1st Event: 01.10.2026
Event Location: Nothburgaheim
2nd Event: 21.10.2026
Event Location: Theater Praesent
3rd Event: 12.11.2026
Event Location: TBA
Prix Philoxenia – The Short Film Competition on Hospitality
What if a simple short film could change the way we see others?
The Prix Philoxenia invites young people aged 12 to 24 to share their vision of hospitality through a 1-to-5-minute film: welcoming others, reaching out, overcoming differences, and creating connections. Whether social, cultural, intergenerational, sporting, religious, or linked to migration, hospitality lies at the heart of the stories that bring us together.
Open to both first-time and experienced filmmakers, the competition is accessible to everyone: a simple smartphone is all you need to take part. Entries can be submitted individually, as a group, or as part of a school or educational institution project.
Six awards (Jury and Audience Awards across three categories: Middle School, High School, and 18–24-year-olds) will recognize the most inspiring films at the Grand Rex in Paris, with €1,000 awarded to each winner.
If you have a story to tell and want to share your vision of the world, join the Philoxenia adventure.
Free registration and information at:
https://prixphiloxenia.tv
Next edition >>> 17–21 March 2027 - Budapest, Hungary
SHORT TO THE POINT (STTP) is an international short film festival dedicated to discovering and presenting distinctive cinematic voices from around the world.
Founded in 2009, STTP has presented curated monthly screenings and annual editions in over 50 cities across 3 continents and 13 countries. Over nearly two decades, the festival has built a respected international platform for short-form cinema, showcasing films in curated programs that emphasize artistic identity and strong directorial vision.
The 2027 Budapest edition marks a refined and focused chapter in the festival’s evolution - a carefully curated selection of works that reflect the vitality, necessity, and formal innovation of contemporary short cinema.
STTP is committed to presenting films that stand out for their clarity of vision, narrative precision, and aesthetic courage.
Official Competition Categories
• Narrative (Fiction/Live Action)
Story-driven short films with a strong authorial voice and cinematic craft.
• Documentary
Creative non-fiction works that reveal reality through a distinctive perspective.
• Animation
All forms of animated storytelling, from traditional techniques to hybrid formats.
• Experimental
Works that challenge cinematic language, structure, and perception.
• Low Budget / Independent Cinema
Films produced with limited resources yet driven by artistic ambition and originality.
What We Seek
SHORT TO THE POINT welcomes short films of all genres that demonstrate:
• A confident and personal directorial vision
• Formal precision and strong cinematic language
• Narrative or structural innovation
• Emotional depth and thematic relevance
• Artistic risk-taking
We are particularly interested in filmmakers who approach short cinema as a complete artistic form - not as a stepping stone, but as a deliberate and fully realized expression.
The festival values both established auteurs and emerging directors whose work signals a clear cinematic identity.
SHORT TO THE POINT believes that short cinema is one of the most dynamic forms of contemporary filmmaking. We aim to provide a curated international stage where bold ideas, refined craft, and new voices meet an engaged audience in the heart of Budapest.
We welcome submissions from filmmakers who approach short cinema as a complete and deliberate artistic form.
The “Teror Film Fest” festival is establishing itself on the Canary Islands scene with a “TERRIFYING” cultural offering, dedicated exclusively to horror films.
https://www.terorfilmfest.com/
Best Short Film Award: €1000 + Statuette
Best Actor Award: €500
(More awards may be added or expanded later depending on new sponsorships)
Requirements
The short film must be between 10 and 30 minutes long.
Production date after January 1, 2024.
Horror theme.
This is an excerpt from the rules. Please consult the full call for entries for complete information.
The Hallnaywood Festival is a must-attend film event dedicated to short films, held every year in Aulnay-sous-Bois. The festival showcases the creativity of both emerging and established filmmakers from around the world, offering audiences a diverse selection of short films across all genres.
The 2026 edition will mark a major milestone in its history with the celebration of its 10th edition. This anniversary edition represents ten years of commitment to cinema, the discovery of new talent, and the sharing of a common passion for short films. It will be an opportunity to celebrate the journey so far, highlight the filmmakers who have shaped the festival, and offer the audience an even more ambitious program, filled with standout moments and unique encounters.
In addition to screenings, Hallnaywood hosts meetings and discussions with industry professionals and experts, providing a valuable opportunity for learning, experience sharing, and networking. Active on social media, the festival also allows audiences to follow its news and behind-the-scenes content throughout the year.
Driven by values of diversity, creativity, and knowledge sharing, the Hallnaywood Festival has established itself over the years as a key event for short films in France. This 10th anniversary edition represents a major milestone in its development and promises to be an exceptional celebration of cinema, talent, and all those who have contributed to bringing the festival to life since its creation.
The 16th version of the Festival has as its central theme ¨Community Cinema as a generator of Social Change and Progress¨, the jury prioritizes content that has this focus, however the reception of audiovisual pieces is not closed exclusively to said theme, for Therefore, other types of content will be widely accepted.
¨Community cinema is not only an art form, but also a powerful tool to promote fundamental values of a progressive society, such as gender equality, social justice and citizen participation. It facilitates debate, plurality and solidarity, and offers a means of expression for the different groups and identities that make up the social, cultural and identity fabric of Colombia, at local, regional and national levels. ¨
It is for this reason that the Comuna 13 Film and Video Festival, The Other History in its 2025 version has decided to generate spaces for dialogue and exchange of knowledge around community cinema, encouraging the participation of the most prominent groups in the country in this modality in order to share experiences, methodologies and knowledge with the academic sector of our city (Audiovisual creation network, technical media, peace schools among others)
The Rio Mountain Festival is the largest and oldest mountain film festival in Brazil. It takes place in Rio de Janeiro, which, despite being a coastal city, is surrounded by iconic mountains. Among these mountains are Sugarloaf Mountain, with its famous cable car; Corcovado, with the Christ the Redeemer statue; and the imposing Pedra da Gávea. All are represented in the Corcovado Trophy, awarded to the winning films.
For five days, usually in October, the public immerses itself in a program full of Brazilian and international films about adventure sports, nature, and mountain culture. The festival also features photography contests and exhibitions, book launches with author talks, art workshops, and sports activities for children.
As a member of the International Alliance for Mountain Film (IAMF), we are committed to following the principles that guide mountain film festivals in all their diversity, promoting international cooperation, sharing stories about the mountains, drawing attention to environmental issues, and celebrating the culture of outdoor life.
This international meeting, already a classic in Punta del Este, has some peculiarities that distinguish it from other Jewish Film Festivals in the world, due to the fact that it takes place in such a special seaside resort as Punta del Este, a meeting point where communities from different countries gather annually in Uruguay.
The Punta del Este Jewish Film Festival (Festival Internacional de Cine Judío de Uruguay, FICJU®) was born in 2003, with the purpose of generating a cultural, educational, didactic and illustrative space, oriented to promote the knowledge of the history of the Jewish people and its diverse cultures and traditions, thus seeking to strengthen our identity and integration through art.
Fiction films and documentaries with different perspectives of the Jewish theme are shown, spaces are organized for the analysis and reflection of the history, customs and cultures of our people around the world, and the memory of the Shoa (Holocaust) is constantly maintained.
We discover new aspects of our heritage and identity, as well as learn about the current conditions of the different Jewish communities around the world, fostering the integration of all Jewish people through the knowledge of our shared essence.
Thanks to the above, the Punta del Este Jewish Film Festival becomes a focus of tourist attraction, with an average of 2,500 attendees.
