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Almagro International Film Festival AIFF

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In 2018, Almagro International Film Festival -AIFF- born with the aim of establishing a useful platform for the promotion of the audiovisual industry: a space and time for dissemination and promotion of audiovisual content, transforming the city of Almagro into a meeting point for filmmakers, favoring the exchange of initiatives and promoting a market open to the development of new projects.

AIFF will provide a showcase for the most interesting short format projects done within the last recent months, constituting an standard of quality and high level of commitment to the society & culture of Audiovisual Arts. In addition, the Festival has opened an important window to formats created for online distribution, bringing support to one of the most active and emerging sectors of [...]





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Published: 06 Jan 2026
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View Award Contest 2025

Deadline: 07 Jan 2026

Call for entries

International Festival

Short film festival

#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

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Turin, Italy



 
 
 
 
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Published: 06 Jan 2026
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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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Published: 06 Jan 2026
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14th Delhi Shorts International Film Festival-25

Deadline: 05 Oct 2026

Call for entries

International Festival

Short film festival

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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Published: 06 Jan 2026
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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:
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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

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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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Published: 06 Jan 2026
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MYTH: Social Impact Film Award

Deadline: 20 Apr 2026

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"We particularly value highly artistic and aesthetic films—short and feature, documentary and narrative—that explore various aspects of life. Above all, we have a deep appreciation for catharsis."

Film Award is organized by the MYTH Foundation, an international cultural community that supports Ukraine's resistance through art. The Foundation is a non-profit, apolitical non-governmental organization. Its primary goals are the promotion of Ukraine abroad, supporting the morale of the Ukrainian people, creating professional national cultural products, and developing cultural diplomacy and cooperation with Ukrainian and international institutions in the fields of culture and cinema.

The MYTH Social Impact Film Award is an international platform that amplifies the voices of [...]

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Ivano-Frankivsk, Ukraine



 
 
 
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Published: 06 Jan 2026
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Le Festival Images & Lumières

Deadline: 27 Feb 2026

Call for entries

International Festival

Short film festival

Le Festival Images & Lumières, Le FIL, is a cultural event developed by the JS Festival association, which has also organized the Les Affolantes festival in Melun Val de Seine for the past 10 years.

This festival aims to introduce live-action short films and animated films to a wide audience. Screenings take place in cinemas as well as outdoors, offering a diverse experience. In addition to films, the FIL also features video mapping, VJing, and live drawing performances, enriching the visual and cultural experience for viewers.

The first edition took place in September 2025. The theme for 2026 is "Tell me a story".

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Dammarie-Lès-Lys, France



 

 
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Published: 06 Jan 2026
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Choreoscope - Barcelona Dance Film Festival

Deadline: 31 Mar 2026

Call for entries

International Festival

Short film festival

If there is something we all have in common, it is movement. As Akram Khan put it: “Movement is the essential ingredient of how the world continues, or survives.”

When our body’s movement fuses with the cinematographical movement, one of the most original film genres is born: dance film. While words can mislead, the body language does not lie.

Choreoscope is the International Dance Film Festival of Barcelona. A unique event dedicated not only to those passionate about dance, but also to those who enjoy quality cinema. Born in 2013, with three full-house celebrated events, our goal is to promote the strong ties with art in general and with film and dance in particular.

Movies do not know any boundaries. Dance does not either. There is a common language joining them. The [...]

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Barcelona, Spain



 
 
 
 
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Published: 06 Jan 2026
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Evolution Mallorca International Film Festival

Deadline: 10 Jul 2026

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The Evolution Mallorca International Film Festival enters its 15th edition with a clear mission statement: CHAMPIONING DIVERSITY AND INNOVATION IN FILM. EMIFF prides itself on being an international platform for new independent voices in cinema. This commitment is reflected in the storytelling, shooting locations, and the cast and crew. The goal is to screen films that are inclusive, innovative, and invite audiences to experience a rich variety of languages and cultures.

EMIFF is recognized as one of the fastest-growing international film festivals in Europe, utilizing independent film [...]

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Palma, Spain