The Film and Video Poetry Society Presents:
The 2026 Film and Video Poetry Symposium
Poets, writers, filmmakers, animators, media and video artists are called to submit their work to the 2026 Film and Video Poetry Symposium.
The Symposium will celebrate and screen a large scope of film and video projects developed primarily through the medium of poetry. FVPSociety will present a series of panels, guest speakers, workshops, and public dialogues over the course of the symposium. In addition to these activities and screenings, programmers also curate and present a 30-day media gallery exhibition.
The Film and Video Poetry Symposium will accept submissions of poetry films, filmpoems, digital-poetry, poetry video, choreopoems, Cin(E)-Poetry, spoken word film and videos, videopoems, visual poetry, poetronica, media poetry, and film and video works that are driven by onscreen text.
The Film and Video Poetry Symposium also calls for experimental film and video. This includes non-narrative work as well as the avant-garde. We strongly consider work that challenges traditional and current visual communication methods while continuing to function as a mode for exploring narrative forms and personal expression. Experimental work that explores language and/or literature whether it is oral, written, visual, or symbolic are also encouraged.
The Film and Video Poetry Symposium also calls for essay film, works of epistolary cinema, documentaries, artist moving image, performance art film and video, animation, and oratorical works.
Lastly, The Film and Video Poetry Symposium seeks digital art projects including but not limited to artificial intelligence, virtual reality, 360° Video, works that explore ASMR, video mapping, media installation proposals, and video art presentations that feature, hybrid, or contain aspects of poetry.
DEADLINE: August 31, 2026
NOTIFICATION BEGINS: OCTOBER 1, 2026
PROGRAM ANNOUNCED: October 5, 2026
An international AI short-film contest exploring how humans and technologies create together.
We believe that the future of art lies not in competition, but in co-creation – where technology acts as a true creative partner.
Our mission is to empower a global community of authors who use AI with artistry and integrity, promoting transparency in shared authorship and reflection on how technology transforms art without diminishing the artist.
Season II theme – “The Trace”
This year, we invite filmmakers to explore the traces left by human-AI creation – not only in the visible outcomes of art, but in the invisible shifts of thought, perception, and intention. The theme reflects on how technology inscribes itself into creative consciousness: how our tools shape the stories we tell, how they alter authorship, and how, in turn, we leave our imprint on them. “The Trace” is both evidence and inquiry – an invitation to reflect on what remains after the act of co-creation between human and machine.
IndiFest - Barcelona Indigenous Film Festival - aims to promote the identity and rights of indigenous peoples through their own audiovisual narratives.
The festival consists of in-person screenings and online programming, complemented by other advocacy activities such as discussions with Indigenous representatives and communicators in direct dialogue and exchange with the public.
IndiFest is an initiative promoted by alterNativa Intercanvi amb Pobles Indígenes (a member organization of CLACPI), an organization that aims to give Indigenous peoples their own voice and demand compliance with their internationally recognized rights.
Int. Low & No Budget Video Film Festival "film-sharing"
Latest Festival 2026 Announcement
Submit Short Films Now!
Film Sharing – 23th International Low & No Budget Video Film Festival 2026
Festival Date: Sept.2026 Stuttgart, Aug. 2026 Heilbronn
Open Screenings start: Mai 2026/Stuttgart, Heilbronn ,
Place: Stuttgart, Heilbronn - Germany
Status: Independent Short Film Festival
Festival Niveau: Semi-Professional
Outreach: International
Submission Deadline: 10/11/2025 to 30/04/2026
Category: narrative short films, animations, comedy ( no documentray, music clips, artfilms)
Lenght: 1 - 16 min ( please don't send us films longer than 15 min!!!!)
Ages: 0-99
Internet: www.film-sharing.net (all terms)
Short Outline:
nineteen successful years of the ‘International Low and No Budget Short film-sharing Festival’ has inspired us to continue despite the disheartening of the cultural institutions.
Budgets for culture and the arts are being cut or axed. However, humour is when, in the face of adversity, you can still laugh! This year, we will defy commercialism and
capitalism and raise up our ‘Low and No Budget Film Festival’ with the opening in Stuttgart, Heilbronn, Schwäbisch Gmünd and Mainz.
Moreover, we will continue to
offer the ever increasingly popular internet forums, which publishes the un-filtered short films, as an antidote [AA antithesis, counter platform]. We will be showing the s
ubmitted films on the big screen to the interested public who can discuss and talk together before, during and after the films. We will be showing the Film Festival Programme at selected cinemas. The festival is a non-profit endeavour and a large part of the entrance tickets will remain with the cinema operators to cover their costs.
We will show all short films under 15 minutes and we look forward to receiving new productions as much as older short films or even youthful follies or transgressions!
The audience itself decides at the open screenings in April and May which films will be included and shown in the July Festival Programme.
Internet: www.film-sharing.net
History:
The annual Film Festival was established in Vienna in 2003. Since then it turned into an annual event and has expanded mostly in Germany.
The main venues are now Stuttgart, Heilbronn and Mainz All films are collected and complied and then shown at these locations. Film makers, who fall loosely under the ‘independent film makers’ category, from throughout the world, submit their short films.
Annually, we receive about 3,000 films which we then sort and compile into thematic genres.
Point of Special Attention:
The Film Festival does not award any material or monetary prizes, rather it proudly offers the broad public and large audience. A prominent feature is the so-called
‘open screenings’ that present the full and rich character of the films including those that that receive less public attention. Over 200 people come together in both
cultural centres and restaurants to rate the submitted films from over 50 countries.
We will show all short films under 15 minutes and we look forward to receiving new productions as much as older short films or even youthful follies or transgressions!
The audience itself decides at the open screenings in May which films will be included and shown in the July Festival Programme.
All film makers, whose film is shown, will receive a laural and the Film Festival programme brochures.
International, Ibero-American, and Chilean filmmakers submitting short films (4 to 30 minutes) to the following sections:
Chilean Short Film Competition
Ibero-American Short Film Competition.
International Short Film Competition.
International Short Film Showcase (2024-2026).
INTERNATIONAL COMPETITION OF SHORT FILMS MADE WITH AI
Welcome to Indie House! We are an IMDb-qualifying international film festival focused on independent filmmakers, providing a unique platform for your work to shine. Our festival structure is designed to prioritize filmmaker recognition, with a higher percentage of nominations compared to other festivals.
What sets us apart is our inclusive approach. We believe everyone deserves the same opportunities, regardless of when they submit their project. We do not make selections until all entries have been received, ensuring that every submission has a fair chance. Additionally, we offer an “All Categories” option, which provides a cost-effective way for filmmakers to submit their projects, and as a thank you, we offer promotional posts on our social media channels.
At Indie House, we have no production year limit. We believe in second—and even third—chances, allowing filmmakers to submit older projects alongside their most recent work. We also support filmmakers who have their projects on YouTube or other online platforms, and this does not disqualify their film from the festival.
We understand the importance of communication, and our festival team is always ready to answer any questions or concerns. You can contact us via our festival email, and we will be happy to provide prompt responses.
Join us at Indie House, where your independent film will have the opportunity to shine on an international stage, and your creativity and passion for storytelling will be celebrated. Submit your project today and become part of our inclusive and vibrant festival community!
Founded within the cultural heartbeat of Jadavpur University, Chhayanat has evolved into India’s largest student-run film and theatre festival — a platform where art and rebellion, screen and
stage, intellect and emotion converge.
Over the years, it has hosted National Award–winning filmmakers, international screenings, industry panels, and global student collaborations — from France to South Korea, Brazil to Spain —
making it a truly cross-continental dialogue on storytelling and truth.
At its core, Chhayanat stands for freedom of expression and the power of collective imagination. It celebrates the voices that resist convention, amplify diversity, and reflect the changing faces of our society. Each frame, each performance, each conversation here becomes part of a larger movement — one that reminds us that stories can still move nations, minds, and markets alike.
In 2026, as Chhayanat enters a new chapter, we invite our partners and patrons to become part of this living, breathing cinematic revolution — where every reel, every note, every act becomes a
memory that outlives the screen.
The Río Negro International Social Film Festival is an audiovisual festival that aims to promote cinema within the country and abroad. The festival will be held in March with a competition of feature films and short films, both fiction, animation and documentary. There will also be talks and workshops.
IMDb Film Festival.
In previous editions, we've hosted projects with major stars like Jeremy Irons, Robin Williams, Franco Nero, and Rauw Alejandro, as well as more than 3,800 projects from 76 countries.
We strongly believe in the power of exposure, as demonstrated by the fact that over the years we've promoted more than 1,600 projects on Instagram.
Our mission is to help you in every way, not only with the festival's exposure, but also with connecting with our more than 8,000 international contacts.
WIFF Film Fest hosts screenings and an inclusive selection that leaves every audience wanting more. Be a part of this new way of premiering your short film at The WIFF Film Fest. In partnership with A Night Of Misifit, WIFF brings international movies to Phoenix.
All competition films will receive a financial email rewarding your film with an equal split of the proceeds for filmmakers. All Official Selection competition films receive equal share of the proceeds from tickets sales set for the filmmakers.
Our goal is to help the filmmakers have as much success through our festival as possible. We feature each filmmaker in our marketing as well as on the days of the festival capturing interviews for future press for the filmmakers.
All these little things we feel give filmmakers the best chance to have a successful year premiering their film.
PRESENTATION OF FESTIVAL
The International Imago Film Festival was born with the idea of promoting cinema, especially independent cinema, by encouraging research and experimentation with cinematographic language.
The idea of the festival was born from the meeting of IMAGO with the city of Civitella del Tronto, where the award-winning film "The right to happiness" by Claudio Rossi Massimi was made by IMAGO.
After the first two editions in the wonderful setting of Civitella del Tronto, the Festival has moved to the Municipality of Teramo with a broad cultural program, full of new features that go beyond national borders and that strengthens and highlights this fascinating bond.
The International Imago Film Festival will be all this and much more.
u22 Festival is the young film festival of Barcelona, the meeting and networking point for young filmmakers from all over the world. It takes place every September at the Joan Miró Foundation in Barcelona, and is also available online at Filmin.
Festival accepts movies of interest for gay, lesbian, bisexual, intersexual and transexual people. To participate in the competitive section (prizes), these films should have not been programmed on TV, screened in comercial venues or another spanish festival excluding the organized by Fundacion Triangulo. In any case, copyleft or copyright should be later than 2023.
The SamhainBaucogna International Film Festival provides a unique space for both new and experienced filmmakers to showcase their films to an international audience. The Grand Finale with Awards Ceremony will take place from November 27 to 29, 2026, at the Biblioteca Municipal Vicente Campinas – Vila Real de Santo António (Portugal).
The goal is to support filmmakers worldwide by offering them a platform to compete in an International Festival, garnering visibility through social and other media, and seeking to build bridges with the distribution sector. Simultaneously, the Festival aims to enhance regions with limited Festival and cinema offerings by promoting accessibility for all through free entry to screenings, beyond economic means.
The Finalist Films will be evaluated by an International Jury made up of journalists, university professors, critics and recognized artists.
The 6th Quillota International Film Festival is a film festival that, in its sixth edition, includes three short film competitions. Through film, the festival carries out training, production, and distribution activities in the city and province of Quillota throughout 2025 (April 20 to December 30). Its objective is to professionally promote high-quality cinematic content in various public spaces, cinemas, cultural centers, and schools in the province of Quillota, Valparaíso Region, Chile. This year, the festival again includes the final screening at the Leopoldo Silva Cultural Center in the city, screenings at the Health and Culture Promotion Center, and outdoor screenings and exhibitions in public spaces throughout the city of Quillota.
Medellín Horror Fest – Sixth Edition
The sixth edition of Medellín Horror Fest will be held in November 2026, solidifying its position as one of the most important horror film events in Colombia.
As an official prelude, Medellín Horror Fest will have a special participation in ComicCon Medellín 2026 during the month of November, within the Hero Academy area, where we will be present all three days of the event with the following program:
Program at ComicCon Medellín 2026 – Hero Academy
• Day 1 – Academic Talks on Horror
Panels and discussions with special guests from the genre, covering directing, screenwriting, practical effects, FX makeup, and atmosphere creation.
• Day 2 – Screening of National Horror Short Films
Official selection of Colombian short films in the genre, highlighting new proposals from independent horror cinema.
• Day 3 – International Horror Short Films and Awards Ceremony
Screening of international works and awards ceremony, recognizing national and international talent in the genre.
What is Medellín Horror Fest?
• MHF is a festival focused exclusively on horror films, with the mission of showcasing and strengthening local and national production.
• MHF opens a platform for filmmakers from around the world, making Medellín a key hub for the horror community.
• MHF offers an academic and cinematic space, ideal for filmmakers, artists, and genre enthusiasts.
• MHF is more than a festival: it's an immersive experience that celebrates fear, suspense, and dark storytelling.
The Festival Napoleon is held at one of Paris's most iconic movie theaters, the Cinéma Club de l'Étoile. Located at the corner of Champs Élysées Avenue, this movie theater is right at the corner of the Arc de Triomphe. The film submission aims to award filmmakers at the physical award ceremony in February 2026. All film types and languages are welcome. We will screen several of the selected films.
A press release listing all participants' names will be published on hundreds of websites. The winners will receive extensive press coverage.
Welcome, filmmakers, to the Festival Napoleon of Paris. We are excited about our fourth edition. The award ceremony will also honor prominent figures in the cultural world.
The Film Festival was created by David Serero, who has produced film festivals worldwide for over 10 years.
IMPORTANT: The Festival Napoleon is in partnership with the City of Paris.
The aim of IBERSHORTS is to give international visibility to fiction and animation short films produced in Ibero-American countries (including Portugal and excluding Spain).
IBERSHORTS is organized by Festival de Málaga in collaboration with Festhome and seeks to strengthen cultural and cinematic ties between these regions, offering a privileged platform within one of the most important festivals in the Spanish and Latin American film scenes.
To achieve these objectives, IBERSHORTS will take place as part of Festival de Málaga, which will celebrate its 29th edition from March 6 to 15, 2026.
The international teen film festival is consist of the non-profit teen cultural communication activities. As an international teen screen cultural communication event, we appealed 94 countries and areas involved by far. Since the foundation, the film festival has shown more than 60 countries and area and 220 films. It thus became a highly influential filmic communication platform for teenagers.
Oscar winner director and Screenwriter Paul Haggis, Oscar winner director Keith Merrill, three-time Oscar winner Jim Regill，famous director Tian Zhuangzhuang, artist Wang Haowei, famous scriptwriter David Marconi, Bad Monkey Film president Wang Yibing, famous director Wen Muye, famous scriptwriter He Jiping, famous actress Timothy V Murphy 、Song Chunli and so on served as judges of the film Festival.
In the past few years, teen film festival has selected many excellent teen films, has exploited many potential teen creators. Many of them later joined in domestic and international art academy lately to continue their dreams. In the future, ITSFF will continue hardworking as well, aiming to provide supports concerning film learning and growth for more teenagers. It will continue exploring in order to become the cradle of film students.
The International Gay, Lesbian Trans Film Festival of Lima - the OutfestPerú - opens its call for the 23 edition and films of all nationalities whose theme is LGBTIQ, and which are eligible for the various sections of the festival can participate in it: Feature films ( Official Section and International Panorama), Short Films Section either Documentary or Fiction and Video Art (Official and Panorama). The works must not have been exhibited in commercial theaters, broadcast on TV or be available to the public on the Internet or other windows in Peruvian territory prior to the celebration of the festival and must have copyright after 2024. Feature films and short films must preferably be unpublished in Peru, although this is not exclusive but will be valued very positively. OutfestPerú reserves the right to include films that do not meet these conditions in the programming, but out of competition.
