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ShorTS International Film Festival

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ShorTS International Film Festival (ShorTS IFF) is organised by the Maremetraggio Association and financed by public entities and private sponsors.

Since 2000, ShorTS IFF has been a landmark for short films and up and coming cinematographers at international level. In every edition, ShorTS IFF aims to make the short film genre known to a broad and heterogeneous audience, with particular attention to the young with specific sections for children and teenagers aged 6 to 15.





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Published: 31 Dec 2025
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Nordic Star Festival

Deadline: 31 Jul 2026

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International Festival

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One of the most interesting film festivals in Northern Europe. A cultural event that introduces new relevant films and film culture to both the public and professionals.

The purpose of the festival is to influence the cultural agenda, be accessible to the public and industry with film screenings, workshops, lectures, debates, film cafés, exhibitions, and entertainment.

 Fiction  Documentary  Animation  Fantastic  Other  Experimental  Music Video



Västerås (Stockholm), Sweden



 
 
 
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Published: 31 Dec 2025
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Zigguart Filmfest 2026

Deadline: 01 Oct 2026

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International Festival

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Zigguart FilmFest: Where Independent Cinema Meets Global Impact

After the remarkable success of its first edition—streamed worldwide and celebrated for bringing powerful independent voices to a global audience—Zigguart Multimedia is proud to present the 2nd Edition of Zigguart FilmFest, running October 20–31, 2025, from Milan, Italy, and streamed globally via Zigguart TV.

More than just an online festival, Zigguart FilmFest is a professional launchpad for filmmakers aiming to elevate their stories beyond the screen—toward global visibility, professional recognition, and real distribution opportunities.

Officially IMDb-Qualifying Festival
Winning or being nominated at Zigguart FilmFest allows filmmakers to list their award and festival credits on IMDb, joining the global [...]

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Milan, Italy



 
 

 
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Published: 31 Dec 2025
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MTPIFF – Montpellier Independent Film Festival

Deadline: 30 Jun 2026

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International Festival

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MTPIFF – Montpellier Independent Film Festival proudly launches its very first edition!

MTPIFF is an international hybrid film festival based in Montpellier, France.

Each month, we celebrate independent fiction cinema (short and feature films) by selecting winners in regional, national, and international categories.

Monthly winners receive official laurels, certificates digital .

Winning films each month will be announced and published on the festival’s official social media channels (Facebook & Instagram) as well as on the MTPIFF website.

At the end of the season (June 2026), all films selected each month will compete to be included in the final selection. The finalist films will be screened at an in-person event in Montpellier, featuring a special screening at Cinéma in [...]

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Montpellier, France



 
 
 
Logo of International Film and Human Rights Festival of Valencia - HUMANS FEST by Fundación por la Justicia
Published: 31 Dec 2025
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Festival Internacional De Cine Y Derechos Humanos De Valencia - Humans Fest de Fundación por la Justicia

Deadline: 16 Mar 2026

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The International Film and Human Rights Festival - HUMANS FEST, held in Valencia since 2008, is one of the main initiatives promoted by the Fundación por la Justicia. Its aim is to bring audiovisual culture closer to both the general public and especially vulnerable audiences, while advocating for human rights and denouncing their violations worldwide. Additionally, it features a series of activities with a social focus.

The 17th edition of HUMANS FEST will take place from May 28 to June 6, 2026.

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Valencia, Spain



 
 
 

 
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Published: 31 Dec 2025
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Social Film Festival ArTelesia Benevento

Deadline: 28 Feb 2026

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The Social Film Festival ArTelesia is organized by the non-profit Cultural Association “Libero Teatro”.

The event is supported by the MIC Directorate General for Cinema and Audiovisual, the Film
Commission Campania Region, Cesvolab and the patronage of the Presidency of the Council of
Ministers, the Ministry of Labor, the Ministry of Education, University and Research, UNAR - National

Office against Racial Discrimination, the Province of Benevento, the Municipality of Benevento, the Chamber of Commerce of Benevento, Arcigay Napoli, the University Center Synapses of the Federico II University of Naples, the University of Sannio, the Suor Orsola Benincasa University of Naples, the University of Salerno, the UCAM San Antonio de Murcia University (Spain), the CADMUS. Students [...]

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Benevento, Italy



 
 
 
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Published: 31 Dec 2025
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Abuja International Film Festival

Deadline: 18 Sep 2026

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International Festival

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The festival offers a contemporary and liberal platform for the filmmakers of the World to exhibit the excellence of the film art form. The aim is mainly to contribute to the understanding and appreciation of cultures of different nations. We hope to present complex human situations of this rapidly changing world in the globalized era. The Festival Committee reserves the right to exclude films which are not in conformity with aims of the Festival, or which could offend the national feelings and susceptibilities of any participating country, or are likely to promote racial discrimination. Films not presenting sufficient technical qualities for good public screening can be refused after checking of the prints by the Print Checking Unit of the Film Festival Office. Date and Place: [...]

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ABUJA, Nigeria



 
 
 

 
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Published: 31 Dec 2025
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Euro Indie Film Fest

Deadline: 05 Dec 2026

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After years of experience in the independent music industry, the European Indie Music Network is launching the Euro Indie Film Fest to discover the best talents from around the world and showcase their works during a special gala night on the Euro Indie Music Chart TV, a cable TV channel broadcasted worldwide! A special award will be given to the winner!

The winner could receive a special prize that includes international visibility for their film, with a broadcast on Euro Indie Music Chart TV, along with media coverage on platforms associated with the network. An official trophy and networking opportunities with professionals in the independent film and music industries.

 Fiction  Documentary  Animation  Fantastic  Terror  Other  Experimental  Music Video



Valderrobres, Spain



 
 
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Published: 31 Dec 2025
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New World Film festival

Deadline: 12 Jun 2026

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IMDb Film Festival: Connecting Filmmakers with the Industry

Why Join New World?

At New World, we believe in more than just showcasing films. We believe in empowering creators. As an IMDb-recognized festival, our mission is to connect emerging talent with the industry and actively support their creative journey.

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We are deeply committed to promoting every project that takes part in our festival. From the moment you submit your work, we begin sharing it with a wider audience. Each project receives its own promotional post on our social media channels. Don’t just take our word for it. Visit our Instagram, where we have already helped more than 1,200 filmmakers and writers gain visibility and amplify their voices.

Reduced Fees to Support Independent [...]

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Olot, Spain



 

 
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Published: 30 Dec 2025
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BARCIFF • Barcelona Indie Filmmakers Festival

Deadline: 11 Jun 2026

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¡Hola! We are BARCIFF • Barcelona Indie Filmmakers Festival, an international film festival with monthly screening events in Barcelona - Spain, and member of the IBERIFF • Iberia Indie Film Festivals, which celebrates and showcases new productions and independent artists from all over the world in Barcelona (BARCIFF), Madrid (MADRIFF), València (VALÈIFF), Seville (SEVIFF), Lisbon (LISBIFF) and Montpellier (MONTIFF), that you can also find them here, in Festhome!

BARCIFF shares the mission of its associate festivals of supporting emerging talents, encouraging artistic exploration, fostering networking, promoting cultural exchange and engaging the local community by providing a platform to present the work of independent filmmakers.

Fiction films, animation, documentary and [...]

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Barcelona, Spain



 
 
 
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Published: 30 Dec 2025
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Red Rock Film Festival

Deadline: 20 May 2026

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The Festival considers entries of all genres from shorts to full-length features, and is held in 'Festival City, USA' at the end of the Utah Shakespeare Festival in Southern Utah. Within a 30 min. drive is Kolob Canyon of Zion National Park, Cedar Breaks National Monument, Brian Head Ski Resort, dry desert, sheep herders, ranches, red mountains, green mountains, and UFO sightings. The location is ideal for the vacation-seeking filmmaker. It is an artist's retreat for film, cuisine, parties, and workshops with approachable professional people. This emerging festival is held each Fall in Cedar City.

MISSION & OBJECTIVE
To encourage the production of media in both the independent and professional market that portray the [...]

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Cedar City, United States