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Bilbao Fantasy Film Festival

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Bilbao City Council is currently organizing the 32nd BILBAO FANTASY FILM FESTIVAL – FANT2026, to take place in Bilbao from 8th to 16th of May 2026.



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Published: 07 Jan 2026
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LIFF - LUME INTERNATIONAL FILM FESTIVAL

Deadline: 15 Jul 2026

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Authorial film festival held by one of the most important distributors of movie Brazil. The awards will result distribution contracts of winning films in Brazil.

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SAO LUIS, Brazil



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Logo of Zed Fest Film Festival & Screenplay Competition 2026
Published: 07 Jan 2026
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Zed Fest Film Festival & Screenplay Competition 2026

Deadline: 31 Oct 2026

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Zed Fest Film Festival & Screenplay Competition was founded to encourage and support independent low and big budget, filmmakers, who work in the horror, suspense, science fiction, drama, action, adventure, and art house genres.

After participating in Zed Fest Film Festival, many of our filmmakers have been able to advance their careers develop their next projects. We take pride in the fact that we are able to maintain relationships with participants, encourage and help them develop and promote their future endeavors.

" WE HOPE TO DISCOVER THE CULT MOVIES OF THE FUTURE."

****ZED FEST FILM FESTIVAL is an IMDB award Listing Qualifier****

Please visit our website for more information
www.zedfest.org/faq.html
www.zedfest.org


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 Fiction  Documentary  Animation  Fantastic  Terror  Other  Experimental  Music Video



Burbank, United States



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Published: 07 Jan 2026
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WATOTO INTERNATIONAL FILM FESTIVAL - ZANZIBAR

Deadline: 04 May 2026

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The Watoto International Film Festival - Zanzibar is currently accepting applications from filmmakers from around the world according to different categories of competition.

The Watoto International Film Festival - Zanzibar (WIFF Zanzibar) is East Africa’s first and largest Children's film and arts festival, exhibiting the latest and best films and promoting film talents from across the African continent and beyond.

The 1st Edition of WIFF Zanzibar will take place on 11th -14th March 2021 in Zanzibar.

The theme of the festival is 'Chei'Chei - Hello' and will prioritize African cinema and cinema from the African diaspora and the rest of the world.

WIFF Zanzibar also opens the call to films from different regions around the world.

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zanzibar, Tanzania



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Published: 07 Jan 2026
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Festival Audiovisual Internacional Territorio Sacromonte

Deadline: 31 May 2026

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The Territorio Sacromonte International Audiovisual Festival takes place in the city of Granada (Andalusia) in the emblematic Sacromonte neighborhood in front of the Alhambra monument. In the Cuevas del Sacromonte Museum, a protected open-air space of more than 10,000 meters located in the Darro Valley, declared a Site of Cultural Interest, the projections of our Official Audiovisual Section from around the world are held.

At the same time, an extensive program of activities is carried out that includes concerts, exhibitions, artistic actions or shows in unique spaces in the neighborhood.

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Granada, Spain



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Published: 06 Jan 2026
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View Award Contest 2025

Deadline: 07 Jan 2026

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#VIEWCONFERENCE is the premiere International event in Italy on Computer Graphics, Interactive Techniques, Digital Cinema, Animation, VR/AR, Games, VFX and immersive storytelling.

VIEW CONFERENCE è un evento internazionale a cadenza annuale incentrato sulla computer grafica, le tecniche interattive, il cinema digitale, l’animazione, i videogiochi, gli effetti visivi, Realta' Virtuale e aumentata e storytelling immersivo.


1) VIEW AWARD: First Prize is 2000 Euros

2) ITALIANMIX: First Prize is a RenderMan license

www.viewconference.it

Facebook: https://m.facebook.com/viewconference

YouTube: https://m.youtube.com/channel/UChGdAnZQE6UcH_OQ5DNFW_Q

Twitter: @viewconference.it

Instagram: view_conference

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Turin, Italy



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Desmond District Demons - Short Horror Festival

Deadline: 01 Sep 2026

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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 [...]

 Fiction  Documentary  Animation  Fantastic  Terror  Other  Experimental  Music Video



Port Huron, United States



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14th Delhi Shorts International Film Festival-25

Deadline: 05 Oct 2026

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Promoting short films and documentaries culture in a country where commercial cinema has always ruled the roost is not an easy task. Delhi Shorts International Film Festival is one such successful effort started in year 2012 by Miniboxoffice with successful 2012 to 2025 editions. The festival brings thoughtful, highly creative & engaging short films from around the world to fulfill the cinegoers' appetite of the capital city of India. The festival aim is to establish a short film industry which runs parallel to commercial cinema.

15th Delhi Shorts International Film Festival-2026 is meant to grow many folds. The inaugural year 2012 was a big success followed by super successful previous editions & enjoys the credibility of one of the most trusted short film festival of India. [...]

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Greater Noida, India



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Edinburgh Short Film Festival

Deadline: 26 Jun 2026

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Edinburgh Short Film Festival Now Open! International Tours & Cash Awards

The 16th edition of the ESFF with International Film Festival showcases, more short film screenings, trophies, cash prizes and awards!

Max Length 25 minutes, international films welcomed, all genres eligible.

Open for entries online and via Festhome!

http://www.edinburghshortfilmfestival.com/

Looking forward to seeing your films!

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Musselburgh, United Kingdom



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Published: 06 Jan 2026
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Yucca Valley Film Festival

Deadline: 23 Sep 2026

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The 8th edition will take place November 6–8, 2026, at the Community Center of Yucca Valley, CA. It will be in person.

In 2025, the Yucca Valley Film Festival was featured in more than 480 news outlets across North America:
https://yuccavalleyfilmfestival.com/assets/

We feature the longest red carpet in the Hi-Desert, measuring 20 feet.

The Yucca Valley Film Festival is the official festival of the Town of Yucca Valley since 2019.

The Yucca Valley Film Festival and its participants have been recognized as a Cultural Contributor by:
– The U.S. Congress
– The California Senate
– The California Secretary of State
– The County of San Bernardino
– The Yucca Valley Chamber of Commerce
– The Basin Wide Foundation


In 2025, our Masterclass headliner, James Morrison (24, Twin [...]

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Yucca Valley, United States



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Published: 06 Jan 2026
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NRW FILM FESTIVAL

Deadline: 01 Oct 2026

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NRW FILM FESTIVAL 2026 (IMDb Official Recognized Event)

The NRW Film Festival is an emerging international platform dedicated to discovering and celebrating bold, original, and inspiring voices in cinema. Launched in 2025, the festival returns in 2026 for its second edition, continuing its mission to support independent filmmakers, emerging talent, and high-quality storytelling.

The festival takes place in North Rhine–Westphalia, one of Germany’s most culturally vibrant regions, and brings together audiences, filmmakers, and industry professionals for a carefully curated cinematic experience.
NRW FILM FESTIVAL IS OFFICIAL RECOGNIZED EVENT ON IMDb

https://m.imdb.com/event/ev0074617

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The NRW Film Festival focuses on two main formats:
• Feature Films with a [...]

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Velbert, Germany



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