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Diputación de Jaen Short Film Festival against Gender violence

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The topic of the work will be the violence of gender, in any of its manifestations, its prevention and sensitization against it, being able to present documentaries and short films of plot fiction.

The jury will have special consideration for those works that address this issue by focusing on the youth world.



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Logo of Festival De Cine Escolar Raúl Ruiz
Published: 20 Aug 2026
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Festival De Cine Escolar Raúl Ruiz

Deadline: 30 Oct 2026

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International Festival

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Overview

Organized by ONG Acción Intercultural and Liceo Artístico Guillermo Gronemeyer, the 6th Raúl Ruiz School Film Festival invites young creators to participate in its November 2026 edition in Chile. Inspired by the legacy of the acclaimed Chilean filmmaker, this in-person festival celebrates audiovisual experimentation, artistic research, and bold cinematic exploration. Submissions are open to fiction, documentary, animation, video art, dance film, video essays, and hybrid formats.

Categories

Bodies (School Category): Explores the body as presence, memory, emotion, performance, or transformation.

Memory and Territory (School Category): Investigates the relationship between identity, landscape, soundscapes, heritage, and community stories.

Games and Perception (School [...]

 Fiction  Documentary  Animation  Fantastic  Terror  Other  Experimental  Music Video



Quilpué, Chile



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Logo of NOIA - Festival Internacional do Audiovisual Universitário
Published: 19 Aug 2026
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NOIA - Festival Internacional do Audiovisual Universitário

Deadline: 18 Oct 2026

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NOIA is a university film festival that originated at a Brazilian public university. It was created by students who wanted to make their own films, share their stories, and create spaces for exhibition, dialogue, and artistic exchange. Since 2002, the festival has evolved alongside changes in culture, education, and the audiovisual industry, building a legacy defined by training, diversity, innovation, and the empowerment of new generations of filmmakers.

In its 24th edition, the NOIA Festival reaffirms its commitment to democratizing access to culture, fostering exchange among universities, artists, and institutions, and promoting independent cinema created by students and emerging filmmakers from Brazil and around the world.

In 2026, the festival celebrates the theme [...]

 Fiction  Documentary  Animation  Fantastic  Terror  Other  Experimental  Music Video



Fortaleza, Brazil



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Logo of Kolkata Kaleidoscope International Film Festival
Published: 19 Aug 2026
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Kolkata Kaleidoscope International Film Festival

Deadline: 10 Nov 2026

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International Festival

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Feature film festival

The principal objective of the Kolkata Kaleidoscope International Film Festival (KKIFF) is to promote and encourage awareness, appreciation and understanding of the art of cinema, and to inspire cultural exchange through film.

The first edition of KKIFF aims to bring together filmmakers, film enthusiasts, artists, cultural practitioners, industry professionals, and audiences through a shared love for cinema.

More than a festival built around screenings and awards, KKIFF seeks to create a space for conversation, collaboration, discovery and community—connecting established voices with emerging filmmakers and creating opportunities for people who are beginning to find their place in the film ecosystem.

Our philosophy is simple:

LESS COMPETITION. MORE COMMUNITY.

We believe [...]

 Fiction  Documentary  Animation  Fantastic  Terror  Other  Experimental  Music Video



Kolkata, India



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Published: 19 Aug 2026
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The Next AI Film Festival

Deadline: 22 Aug 2026

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Beyond Limits

The Next AI Film Festival is here!

Beyond the limits of imagination and expression, and beyond the boundaries of genre,
a new platform is taking shape to showcase diverse works and discover new voices in AI filmmaking.

As an intimate and distinctive AI film festival,
we aim to provide a space to explore emerging trends in AI filmmaking from Korea and around the world, while examining the cultural and industrial potential of AI content.

Going beyond AI as merely a technical tool,
the festival seeks to explore the nature and creative possibilities of AI as a medium.

We invite creators to join us on this journey!

■ Festival Overview

- Date: Saturday, September 19, 2026

- Venue: A CGV theater in Seoul, South Korea

- Program: Approximately 40 films from Korea [...]

 Fiction  Documentary  Animation  Fantastic  Terror  Other  Experimental  Music Video



Seoul, Korea, South Korea



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Logo of Ninaad International Film Festival
Published: 19 Aug 2026
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Ninaad International Film Festival

Deadline: 31 Jan 2027

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Where Stories Resonate Beyond Borders

The Ninaad International Film Festival (NIFF) is a global celebration of cinematic excellence, artistic expression, and cultural diversity. Founded in India, NIFF is dedicated to discovering and honoring powerful storytelling from filmmakers across the world, regardless of budget, language, or experience.

Derived from the Sanskrit word "Ninaad," meaning resonance or echo, the festival believes every meaningful story creates an enduring impact. Through independent cinema, documentaries, animation, experimental films, music videos, and student productions, NIFF provides a platform where creative voices are heard, celebrated, and connected with an international audience.

Our vision is to bridge cultures through cinema while encouraging [...]

 Fiction  Documentary  Animation  Fantastic  Terror  Other  Experimental  Music Video



Kolkata, India



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Logo of ERRENTERIA DOCUMENTARY FILM AND HUMAN RIGHTS FESTIVAL
Published: 18 Aug 2026
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FESTIVAL DE CINE DOCUMENTAL Y DERECHOS HUMANOS DE ERRENTERIA

Deadline: 11 Oct 2026

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OZ ZINEMA ELKARTEA, in collaboration with the City Council of Errenteria, announces the 5th ERRENTERIA DOCUMENTARY FILM AND HUMAN RIGHTS FESTIVAL, in order to promote and develop the audiovisual arts through visualization and the defense of human rights.

 Fiction  Documentary  Animation  Fantastic  Terror  Other  Experimental  Music Video



Errenteria, Spain



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Published: 18 Aug 2026
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Vegan Çîftlîk Short Film Festival

Deadline: 01 Mar 2027

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The fifth of the short film event themed "Animal Freedom" organized by Vegan Çiftlik will be held on July 15-18, 2027.

The purpose of the festival is to encourage the production of and provide a space for sharing short films and video artworks that draw attention to the violations of rights in farms, slaughterhouses, laboratories, zoos, circuses, natural habitats and many other areas in line with human desires, and the fact that even the most basic rights of animals are not recognized in the legal plane by being seen as property.

The works sent to the Festival will be displayed at the camp that will be held at Vegan Çiftlik between July 15-18, 2027.

 Fiction  Documentary  Animation  Fantastic  Terror  Other  Experimental  Music Video



Izmir, Turkey



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Logo of Montreal International Smartphone Film Festival
Published: 18 Aug 2026
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Montreal International Smartphone Film Festival

Deadline: 27 Nov 2026

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About the Montreal international Smartphone Film Fest

The Montreal International Smartphone Film Fest is an international event dedicated to filmmakers from around the world who create movies using the device we all carry in our pockets every day: the smartphone.

We believe in one simple idea: cinema belongs to everyone.

Our mission is to democratize filmmaking by celebrating the creativity, innovation, and storytelling made possible through smartphone filmmaking. Whether you are a first-time filmmaker, a student, or an experienced director, the festival provides a platform to showcase your work, connect with fellow creators, and inspire audiences.

Great stories don't depend on expensive equipment—they begin with imagination, passion, and the courage to create.

 Fiction  Documentary  Animation  Fantastic  Terror  Other  Experimental  Music Video



Montreal, Canada



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Logo of Audiovisual Narratives of the Southern Border 2026
Published: 18 Aug 2026
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Narrativas Audiovisuales del Borde Sur 2026

Deadline: 30 Sep 2026

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AUDIOVISUAL OPEN CALL
CINE CALLEJERO 2026

Cine Callejero promotes a form of audiovisual circulation based on a simple idea: cinema can also meet its audience outside movie theaters.

In a country where access to culture remains unequal, we want films to circulate through neighborhoods, parks, streets, train stations, and other spaces where everyday life takes place. We are interested in reclaiming public space as a place to watch, discuss, and share cinema.

This purpose involves several challenges. One of them is obtaining authorization from filmmakers and production companies to screen their works in public spaces, with free admission and without commercial purposes. Another is expanding opportunities for films to circulate beyond festivals, movie theaters, and specialized [...]

 Fiction  Documentary  Animation  Fantastic  Terror  Other  Experimental  Music Video



Bogota y alrededores, Colombia



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Logo of Thailand International Film Festival
Published: 18 Aug 2026
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Thailand International Film Festival

Deadline: 31 Jan 2027

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Submit Your Film. Share Your Vision. Inspire the World."

Thailand International Film Festival — Celebrating Cinema Without Borders.

Thailand International Film Festival is a distinguished international platform dedicated to celebrating exceptional filmmaking, creative innovation, and the universal language of cinema.

Set in one of Asia’s most vibrant cultural destinations, the festival brings together filmmakers, artists, industry professionals, and audiences from around the world to honor stories that inspire, challenge, and connect humanity.Committed to recognizing both emerging and established talent, the festival showcases outstanding works across a wide range of categories, including Feature Films, Short Films, Documentaries, Animations, Experimental Films, Student [...]

 Fiction  Documentary  Animation  Fantastic  Terror  Other  Experimental  Music Video



Bangkok , Thailand



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