Blog: Film festivals

The conceptual line of reference for the Astronomy Film Exhibition is human fascination with the cosmos, together with the observation and exploration of it, in search of answers to the questions it elicits, something which, far from influencing the cinematographic genre, can be reflected in the aesthetic of the film, its poetry, the topic, the plot, or by having been the source of inspiration itself for the work.

On the border of Europe and Asia, in the 300-year-old city called the "Russian Manchester" in the middle of the Ural Mountains —
we organize an International Short Film Festival with a quarterly Official Selection and Live Screenings every summer, autumn, winter and spring.

NOW OPEN: Submissions for the Ural Shorts Spring 2025

Our mission is to seek out and unearth fresh talent in the art of filmmaking from across the globe. We aim to showcase and endorse top-tier independent short films, regardless of their origin, production year or budget. Our ultimate goal is to encourage and inspire auteurs everywhere.

Ural Shorts consists of four Seasons and Annual Award Event. Every Season the selection committee watches privately the submitted short films and chooses the Official Selections. All selected films enter the competition for the Season Awards.

Within 10 days after the Official Selection list is published the jury announces the Season Winners. The winning films enter the Screening Program in cinemas and on television for all to see.

All Season winners enter the competition for the Annual Awards in 18 nominations corresponding to the Main and Technical and Performances categories. And receive an invitation to the Annual Award Event.

The Ural Shorts Annual Event takes place in August in the 300-year-old city of Nizhny Tagil, on the border of Europe and Asia, which is called the "Russian Manchester" in the middle of the Ural Mountains. Annual Award Event consists of a cultural and educational program, the annual awards ceremony, screenings, TV interviews, workshops, and other activities.

SANFICI is a space to generate meetings at different levels, with an overcoming and innovative will. First of all, it is a space for the relationship between spectators, filmmakers and theorists around cinema and all border and heterodox manifestations. Secondly, it is a special and temporary meeting point.

SANFICI wants to become, year after year, the place of convergence for world independent cinema. But it also wants to be the space where the past and the future dialogue. The place where the most diverse film traditions are embraced with their riskiest proposals.

After successfully conducting the Siliguri International Short Film Festival in Siliguri for the last three years, we are planning to organise the 1st RAIGANJ INTERNATIONAL FILM FESTIVAL in the cultural city of North Bengal right from 2022!

Raiganj has a distinct a cultural legacy of it’s own.

There are many budding and aspiring filmmaker, actors and technicians in this town.

The history of Raiganj even boasts of it’s fight for freedom against the British rulers.

The police station was set up 125 years ago and railway connectivity reached the plan 115 years ago. The city hold the 106 years old Raiganj Coronation High School.

Raiganj is also known for Raiganj Wildlife sanctuary (also called the Kulik Birds Sanctuary), home to a large population of Asian openbills and other waterbirds and it is the largest bird sanctuary in Asia.

Raiganj can be a prime seat of the film tourism in near future.

Hence the idea of holding The Raiganj International Film Festival.

The Futbolero World Film Festival seeks to promote football as a space for intercultural dialogue and heritage of humanity, through the meeting of different actors in this social phenomenon. It proposes as axes of work: Audiovisual Media, Conversations, Sports Practice, Literature and Diploma Training.

Only for Spanish Documentaries

Regulations for Submission to the Competition Section of the 8th Jeonju International Short Film Festival

The Jeonju International Short Film Festival is an annual event hosted by CineSoop, a non-profit organization under the Cultural Contents Research Institute.

The 8th Jeonju International Short Film Festival will be organized by the Festival Executive Committee.

The festival aims to contribute to the diversity of film and culture by introducing outstanding short films from Korea and around the world to audiences.

The 8th edition of the Jeonju International Short Film Festival will be held in Jeonju from September 25 to September 29, 2025.

Ave Negra Film Fest represents a link between the viewer and the most avant-garde fantasy film makers.
Ave Negra Film Fest Projects and awards the Best of Ibero-American Fantastic Cinema.

Ave Negra Film Fest proudly based in Nuevo León Mexico whose Volume.3 will take place from October 31 to November 2, 2025 in person in movie theaters and other venues and virtually by streaming through our official YouTube channel.

having as its framework the State of Nuevo León Mexico.

This edition focuses on bringing together a program focused on screening the best of independent cinema on the Fantastic genre in Mexico + Latin America.

- The festival provides accommodation and internal transportation during the festival period

Alexandria short film festival ( Egypt ) was founded by Alexandria Art Circle Association in order to give a chance for filmmakers to present their work to the public and this in the heart of Alexandria to be a lighthouse of cinema in the world.

The festival is held annually and its first edition was in 2015.

The festival aims to provide a suitable atmosphere to exchange experiences between filmmakers from all over the world and give opportunities for short filmmakers to present their films whether narrative, documentary, or animation in front of the audience, with the aim of conducting fruitful discussions between the filmmaker and the audience and providing a safe platform for presenting their work.

The festival aims to develop and advance short cinema .

Festival Start: November 21,2024 Festival End: November 24,2024

FICEM is an artistic project and international film dissemination carried out from an Afrodiasporic reading in San Basilio de Palenque in Colombia, a corner of Africa in America and declared cultural and intangible heritage of humanity by UNESCO.

The festival takes its name from the first Afro-Colombian film actor Evaristo Márquez, a participant in films such as La Quemada (1969) alongside Marlon Brando and directed by Gillo Pontecorvo among others.

FICEM continues with the conviction of continuing to be one of the most suitable strategies for the conservation of heritage, history, but above all the construction of a more conscious mentality with the capacity for analysis and reflection, both in the youth and adult populations of the Afro communities and the world in general, through cinema and socio-cultural initiatives.

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

LISBIFF 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 experimental works of any genre and subject are welcome!

SiembraFest is a biennial and itinerant Colombian film festival that tours different municipalities in the department of Cundinamarca, facilitating the circulation and appropriation of national film productions, while providing tools for rural communities to actively participate in the construction of their own image.

Through its actions it generates emotional experiences that transform the public. The Festival de Cine Colombiano al Campo is a high-impact initiative that contributes to the generation of alternative exhibition scenarios and the development of new audiences in rural areas of the country, intervening in community spaces that promote the encounter of cinema with art and popular culture.

As part of our effort to contribute to the growth and consolidation of the creative industries, training activities will be held on topics of interest, promoting the meeting of the audiovisual and film sector in the regions.

The Festival de Cine Colombiano al Campo is a space for the promotion, diffusion and support of cinematographic works of national production. Any audiovisual work that represents the natural, social and cultural values of rural communities in Colombia is a film with the particular seal of SiembraFest. Works that address the traditions, practices, popular knowledge, manifestations of daily life or problems that affect rural communities in Colombia, through fiction, documentary and animation, may be submitted.

We value the creative freedom of national filmmakers and filmmakers, which is why our selection will include films of any format, length, genre or technique, as long as they are productions of quality, relevance and cinematographic pertinence. The viewing and deliberation of the films will be in charge of the Programming Committee, constituted by a group of cinephiles, experts in cinematography and subjects related to rurality who share criteria with the artistic direction of SiembraFest.

ONLY FOR COLOMBIAN FILMMAKERS

This year, as part of the #Xalpisud Festival, the first edition of Xalpi MOVIE Fest, the sports film festival dedicated to all cinema and sports enthusiasts, will take place.
The festival will be held from August 12 to 14, 2024, in the cinema area of the Festival, in Latronico, and it will be a unique opportunity to showcase the talent of young #directors and tell exciting stories related to the world of sports.
We invite all enthusiasts to participate by submitting their short films, which will be evaluated by a jury of industry experts.

The shortfilms should have a maximum duration of 20 minutes and can cover various genres, from fiction to documentary, as long as they have sports as their central theme.

The best short films will be screened during the festival and will compete for prizes in different categories that will be revealed in the coming days.

To participate, simply send the link to your shortfilm, a presentation of the group involved in the project, and the synopsis of the short film by August 2 to the email xalpisud@gmail.com.

Don't miss the opportunity to showcase your talent and passion for sports through cinema.

Write to us for clarifications or contact us on social media.

WE LOOK FORWARD TO SEEING YOU in LATRONICO at Località Arenara for a week of great fun.

Calling All Storytellers: The 5th Cinematech International Film Festival is Now Open!

Cinematech International Film Festival (formerly Cinema4Screen Film Festival) is thrilled to announce that submissions are now open for the 4th edition! We invite filmmakers from around the world to submit their feature films and feature-length documentaries for a chance to be screened at our prestigious event and compete for exciting cash prizes.

Cinematech International Film Festival remains a launchpad for filmmakers worldwide, a vibrant bridge connecting your passion with audiences who crave innovative, captivating stories. Whether you've crafted a stunning feature, woven a poignant documentary, or captured your vision in a short film, animation, music video, or web series, Cinematech invites you to share your artistry.

Additionally, we are proud to present the prestigious "Cinematech Award for Excellence in Feature Filmmaking by a Female Director." This special recognition highlights our commitment to supporting and empowering women in the film industry.

Here's what awaits you:

• Global Stage: Reach a diverse audience of film enthusiasts from across the globe, eager to discover fresh voices and groundbreaking narratives.

• Genre-Agnostic Celebration: Every story, every voice matters. Submit your work in any genre, from heart-wrenching documentaries to side-splitting comedies to mind-bending animation.

• Prestigious Recognition: Compete for awards in various categories, including Best Feature, Best Documentary, Best Short Film, and more. Let your talent shine and leave your mark on the cinematic landscape.

• Festival Experience: Immerse yourself in a vibrant community of filmmakers, industry professionals, and passionate viewers. Network, learn, and be inspired by the magic of cinema.

Don't miss this chance to be part of Cinematech International Film Festival! Submit your film, join the celebration, and witness the power of storytelling transcend borders and boundaries.

SUBMISSIONS DEADLINE: 15 November 2025, and FESTIVAL DATE: 11 December 2025 & 12 December 2025.

This is more than a film festival. It's a revolution in storytelling. Be a part of it.

This event seeks to show and create a culture around mountain cinema, so that people fall in love with their surroundings, learn to take care of the mountains, and see the number of alternatives that exist to enjoy them. Within this event, short films and feature films related to mountain sports and activities will be screened. The first event of its kind in the municipalities of Manizales and Villamaría.

The theme must focus, from the values ​​of solidarity, tolerance, culture of peace, nature and commitment to gender equality, on ways of life, traditions, trades, crafts, sustainable economy, respect for the environment and living beings, that is, all aspects of the diversity of human culture, with a specific section dealing with issues of the peoples of Siberia and Central Asia.

Filmn produced or co-produced by audiovisual companies and / or producers with headquarters or residence in Catalonia, the Valencian Country, the Balearic Islands, Andorra, Northern Catalonia, the Western Strip and the city of Alghero in the minimum percentage of 51% per to short films and 50% for documentaries.

GOSH! A DAMN GOOD FILM FESTIVAL

Independent & International Film Festival in Paris, GOSH! is dedicated to international short films screenings. The festival aims to bring to Paris films loved all around the world or brand new talents!

GOSH! loves all genres of independent cinema: short films, documentaries, animations, any language and any genre accepted. All equal for good cinema.

IMDB certified and screening to our usual audience, each edition GOSH! tries to provide a unique experience to the audience.

- IMDB certified awards
- Media partner "Cinéma des Potes" reporting the event
- International jury, lead by wellknown artists such as Pierre-Emmanuel Barré, Vikash Dhorasoo or Laura Satana
- Text interview for winners, on our website
- original certificate for award winners
- Individual feedback for all the movies in competition
- French subtitles by GOSH! (if English SRT file available)
- A damn cool festival!

PROCESS
OFFICIAL SELECTION
Each film is seen and rated by a committee of three persons, including Gosh Film Festival organizers: Magali Souart and Fabio Soares.

All the movies are seen by the committee, there is no “pass by” accepted.

Members of the committee can’t be involved in any way, in movies taking part of the official selection.

JURY
The jury is composed by professionals from TV & Cinema, the list and CV of GOSH! Jury are available on our website.

The jury takes in Paris and decide about the awards, except the audience award, given by the audience.

GOSH! Film Festival organizers do not take part to the jury and respect their final decisions.

MEDIA
GOSH! Film Festival screening is covered by our media partner "Cinéma des Potes", and several media with special accreditations.

#BNHAF Awards and Festival is an international hybrid Awards and Festival, held round-the-year across continents. Bol-News Hybrid Awards Festival is an interesting mix of
1. Gala Physical Edition - India
2. Physical Editions - Across Continents
3. Hybrid Editions - Across Continents
4. One-on-One Awardee Editions - Online available worldwide

Set-up in 2021 to celebrate all artists that created exemplary work braving Covid-19, #BNHAF is the fastest growing Awards and Festival in the world. 2023 saw the launch of International Editions with 10th Edition held in the US and Australia.

#BNHAF and its' talent platform 'Talent Ka Maha Utsav' #TKMU have more than 1-billion impressions across various social media. List of Editions successfully executed since the launch:
Inaugural edition: Physical. December 11, 2021
2nd edition: Virtual. March 12, 2022
3rd edition: Physical. May 13, 2022
4th edition: Virtual. July 6, 2022
5th edition: Virtual. September 15 to September 19, 2022
6th Edition: Physical. October 10 to October 14, 2022
7th Edition: Virtual. November 10 to November 14, 2022
8th Edition: Hybrid. December 16 to December 18, 2022
9th Edition: Physical. January 18 to January 25, 2023
10th Edition: Physical. March 17 to March 19, 2023 Inaugural INTERNATIONAL EDITION. USA and Australia
11th Edition: Hybrid. May 27 to June 2, 2023
12th Edition: Hybrid. August 4 to August 7, 2023
13th Edition: Physical. September 15 to September 19, 2023. International Edition. Austria
14th Edition: Physical. October 14 to October 17, 2023
15th Edition: Gala Physical Edition. December 15 to December 18, 2023
16th Edition: Hybrid. January 31 to February 3, 2024
17th Edition: Physical. March 27 to March 30, 2024
18th Edition and 19th Edition: Physical. International Editions. 1st conjoined editions: month-long celebration of art and talent, held in the US, France and Switzerland from April 24 to May 24, 2024. Launch of #BNHAF Film Club.
20th Edition: Physical. June 15 to June 18, 2024

Notable AWARDEES @ #BNHAF and Talent Ka Maha Utsav:
Nyra Banerjee l Indian Actress. Flora Saini l Indian Actress. Phoebe Kemi l Actress and Model based in NYC walked the 'Big-4' NYFW, Paris Fashion Week, London Fashion Week, Milan Fashion week. Dorotea Saykaly l Multi-award winning dancer, choreographer and actress. Mekha Rajan l Indian Actress. Priyasha Bhardwaj l Indian Actress. Varsha Rajkhowa Miss Scuba International 2016. Jyoti Guptara, Published Author l Counted as '100 most important Swiss'. Pratham Khurana, director of 'Nauha', Official Selection at 75th Cannes Film Festival in La Cinef section

#BNHAF awards in the categories of film, media, entertainment and fashion.

Though health-care, hospitality, leisure, law, architecture, any other sector where a person has worked for societal significance can self-nominate themselves.

#BNHAF Showcase (Priced at US$ 5000) is an Exclusive Premier-Category for any film-maker or an artist to showcase their film, art or work:

1. Guaranteed Screening at #BNHAF Awards and Festival Gala Edition
2. 15-minutes Q&A session at #BNHAF Awards and Festival Gala Edition
3. Gift and Award from the sponsors of #BNHAF Awards and Festival and Talent Ka Maha Utsav
4. Feature in One-On-One Awardee Edition video-showcase of 15-minutes split in two parts for the news-portal https;//www.bol-news.com
5. FREE non-exclusive representation at Marche du Film, Cannes Film Festival

Few Press Links Online:
https://www.indianfilmhistory.com/news-articles/awards-and-festival-that-celebrates-more-than-just-cinema

https://www.northeasttoday.in/2022/01/03/indias-ocean-ambassador-varsha-rajkhowa-adjudged-with-bnhaf-award-of-excellence/

https://boxofficeworldwide.com/movies-latest-news/bnhaf-bol-news-hybrid-art-awards-festival-inaugural-edition-premieres-a-bouquet-of-cutting-edge-films/

https://localpostit.com/2023/01/19/grand-ceremony-of-9th-bnhaf-awards-festival/

https://9newsnetwork.in/3007

https://www.indianfilmhistory.com/news-articles/bnhaf-awards-and-festival-goes-big-with-the-8th-edition-celebrating-excellence-1

The International Short Film Festival of Cali, with the opening of its call, is to be a space for the exhibition of professional and university short films from the city of Cali and the world to serve as a meeting point between the new filmmakers and the professionals of the short film.

The XVII International Short Film Festival of Cali will take place from september 23 to 27 of 2025, in the city of Santiago de Cali, Colombia.

The call for the competitive categories of the festival will be open from march 20 th of 2025 and we will close the registration period at midnight of 31 th may of 2025 Colombian local time (UTC-5).

Films sent to the following categories: National Official Selection, National Official University Selection, International Official Selection and International Official University Selection must have been completed after January 15, 2024.

The results of the call for the competitive categories will be announced on the festival’s official website www.cortoscali.com by july 31 th, 2025.