The North Idaho Film Festival (NoID) is more than just a celebration of cinema; it’s a movement dedicated to breaking the norms of traditional film festivals and creating a space where bold, untold stories can thrive. Our mission is to champion the power of storytelling, recognizing its profound influence on culture and society. We believe that film, as the most powerful medium, has the ability to shape minds, challenge perspectives, and inspire change.
At NoID, we are committed to providing a platform for storytellers whose voices might otherwise go unheard. Our festival is a haven for those who push boundaries, explore unconventional narratives, and challenge the status quo. We seek to highlight stories that aren’t being told elsewhere and to host the visionaries who tell them.
Our festival is deeply rooted in the culture and traditions of North Idaho. We celebrate the region’s unique heritage with special categories that resonate with our local audiences—showcasing the beauty of our wilderness, the importance of conservation, and a strong appreciation of our national identity, innovation in film, and the values of faith. NoID is a place where families can enjoy films together, where thinkers can engage with challenging ideas, and where creatives—both serious and playful—can showcase their innovative storytelling styles.
As we grow and evolve, the North Idaho Film Festival is destined to become a launchpad for the stories and storytellers our culture desperately needs. We are committed to ushering in a fresh wave of creativity, providing the wind before the storm, and ensuring that the power of storytelling remains at the heart of our community. Join us on this journey as we bring new, daring narratives to life and celebrate the art of film like never before.
North Idaho Film Festival Inc. is a 501(c)3 nonprofit organization.
The Italian Cinematography Awards (I.C.A.) is an international short film festival held in Castellana Grotte, located in Puglia, Southern Italy.
The event takes place in August in a location specifically selected for its technical and aesthetic features.
The I.C.A. unfolds over two immersive evenings, during which a curated selection of winning works from various categories will be screened. In order to encourage an active and engaging experience for the audience, the screenings will feature the presence of the filmmakers, who will engage in post-screening discussions with viewers—promoting a deeper understanding of their work and of the cinematic process.
The festival intentionally maintains a relaxed and informal atmosphere, immersing the audience from the very beginning into the festival experience. The venue will be carefully set up to host not only the screenings but also visual art exhibitions, contributing to a rich and multi-sensory cultural event.
Special guests will be in attendance, and awards will be assigned by both a technical jury and a youth jury.
The I.C.A. is held under the patronage of the Municipality of Castellana Grotte, and is organized by Joyful People Company – ETS, in partnership with Mosaico – APS.
Media Partner: Ombra Magazine
The artistic direction is entrusted to Joyful People Company (JPC), a film production company that, over the years, has worked to enhance audiovisual cultural heritage through the creation of numerous film projects, the publication of Ombra Magazine (dedicated to photography and cinema), the multidisciplinary arts festival Frankenstein Factory, and the cultural podcast Colazione Compresa.
JPC’s productions and collaborations have reached wide audiences, earning both national and international recognition.
The “REC Film Festival” was born from the desire of the Social Cooperative “Mondo REC” of Rimini to promote an annual gathering among young people who have experienced, in different ways, the process of making a film, in order to encourage the exchange and sharing of ideas, passions, and interests.
The aim of the event is to highlight youth creativity in all its forms, with film language as the common thread. The Festival seeks to become an opportunity to showcase initiatives across the country that use art as a key tool to foster participation and offer young people opportunities for creative collaboration. In addition to films, the event will also explore how music, dance, and singing can serve as powerful and engaging means of involving the new generations.
All this will take place through the participation of groups from all over Italy, competing with their short films or taking part in artistic performances and shows throughout the event.
The Festival, scheduled to take place in Rimini from May 7 to 10, 2026, will consist of four evening events and a series of daytime activities.
The Brain Damage Association for Adults and Minors calls for the Third Edition of the International Film Festival for Diversity “ADACAM” in order to continue making the invisible visible and be able to move towards a more inclusive society, focusing on young people but also on filmmakers. professionals, students and people with social concerns.
KYIV INTERNATIONAL SHORT FILM FESTIVAL (KISFF) is largest short film festival in Ukraine.
Our festival features a diverse range of short films created by emerging and accomplished filmmakers, including film school students and independent creators from all corners of the world. Our goal is to showcase the most stirring, inventive and distinctive films while promoting Ukrainian cinema, encouraging communication and exchange of experiences between Ukrainian and international filmmakers and artists, and providing a safe and welcoming space for our audience.
TITAN International Film Festival is a competition of films from around the world, celebrating cinema and its creativity, its art and its freedom.
We are a festival dounded in 2021 and registered as a Not-For-Profit with the Australian government and are IMDB qualified, running competitions throughout the year, which ends with the Annual Gala in Sydney, Australia.
TIFF is a challenge for all filmmakers to produce and promote the cinema of the future.
The Festival takes place 4 times a year and registration is always open. This increases the chances of winning for filmmakers. At the end of the year, our jury will select the best film of each category amongst the four edition winners.
¡Hola! We are MADRIFF • Madrid Indie Film Festival, an international film festival with screening events from Madrid, 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 Madrid (MADRIFF), Barcelona (BARCIFF), València (VALÈIFF), Seville (SEVIFF), Lisbon (LISBIFF) and Montpellier (MONTIFF), that you can also find them here in Festhome.
MADRIFF 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!
Porto Femme - International Film Festival is a place for the exhibition and dissemination of multiple and diverse artistic visions. A concrete action in the struggle for equal representation, focusing on new identity representations that seek to deconstruct stereotypes and erase invisibilities. The Festival aims to create a visibility space for women and/or non-binary identities in the cinematographic world, uniting them internationally.
Feminist solidarity is our guiding thread, and we want to continue creating feminist spaces through an innovative, intersectional, and intergenerational way of working characterized by support, diversity, creativity, and experimentation, serving as a point of sharing, debate, and creation for all those who love cinema.
These films intend to educate and inform the public about social and political issues that affect women and minority identities worldwide and give voice to several groups and struggles.
Our curation aims to reflect the diversity of genres, themes and languages. PORTO FEMME is a festival with a varied and appealing offer to the public, including competitive sessions, exhibitions, workshops, debates, Q & A sessions, exhibitions, among others.
Goal: Select the program that will represent Spain in the World Contest of the International Film Union (UNICA) 2026, this year in Lugano (Switzerland).
Zinegoak is organized by Zinegoak Association and will take place in the city of Bilbao, Spain, June 2026.
All films which have an approach to sexual and gender diversity and LGTBQ+ families, which have been produced after January 1st, 2024 and never had been broadcasted or commercially released in Basque Country.
We are a platform for the exchange of ideas between young filmmakers and seasoned members of the film industry. A source of energy to promote the exhibition, learning and development of the film industry in the southern region of Veracruz.
The Fife Rural Youth Film Festival is a new festival celebrating films made by or about young people aged 16–30 from across Fife. We want to provide a platform for young voices, especially from rural areas, to share their stories, ideas, and experiences through film!
We welcome films of all styles and genres, from drama and documentary to animation and experimental work! Your film might focus on youth and identity, life in Fife, or simply be something creative you’ve made and want to share.
Hathor Mobile Film Festival
is a specialized film festival that celebrates cinematic works produced using mobile cameras.
The festival aims to highlight creativity and innovation in filmmaking through accessible technology .
The Anatomy Crime – Horror International Film Festival (A.C.H.I.F.F.) is an annual international showcase dedicated to independent filmmakers. Founded in 2017 by THE BASEMENT, a nonprofit Cultural and Educational Organization (B.C.E.O.), the festival was built by creators, for creators.
In a film industry dominated by studios and massive budgets, independent voices often struggle to break through. A.C.H.I.F.F. exists to change that. We provide a platform where filmmakers with limited resources — but powerful stories — can share their vision with a global audience.
Why Submit to A.C.H.I.F.F.?
A Proven Legacy: For 9 years, we’ve screened hundreds of films, from 4‑day to 11‑day events, always spotlighting originality and bold storytelling.
A New Monthly Format: Starting this year, A.C.H.I.F.F. becomes a monthly festival. Each month, one film is awarded Best of the Month. The 12 monthly winners then compete at Halloween for the ultimate honor: Best Film of the Year.
Faster Recognition: Immediate selection and award notifications mean your work gets the attention it deserves without long delays.
IMDB Verified & International Prestige
A.C.H.I.F.F. is an IMDB-verified festival, ensuring that every official selection and award is formally recognized.
Over the years, we have attracted submissions from filmmakers whose works have been screened at some of the world’s most prestigious festivals and awards, including the Academy Awards (U.S.), Sitges, Brussels International Fantastic Film Festival, Cannes, Sundance, and Tribeca.
This growing network of creators highlights the festival’s reputation as a trusted platform for independent voices in horror, crime, and beyond.
✨ Submit your film today and join a festival that celebrates bold storytelling, nurtures independent talent, and brings unforgettable visions to the screen.
Rules & Terms
Eligibility: Films produced in 2020 or later are eligible for submission.
Subtitles: All non-English and non-Greek language films must include English subtitles.
International Submissions: Entries from all countries are welcome.
Promotional Use: If your film receives an award, you agree to allow A.C.H.I.F.F. to include a few seconds of footage in our monthly promotional trailer.
Final Screening: Monthly winners in the Best Short Film category qualify for the annual screening event in Athens, Greece.
Marketing Rights: By submitting your work, you grant A.C.H.I.F.F. the non-exclusive right to use still frames, posters, or excerpts (up to 30 seconds) from your film for promotional purposes related to the festival.
Submission Policy: Submission does not guarantee official selection or screening. Submission fees are non-refundable. A.C.H.I.F.F. reserves the right to modify its programming, schedule, or format without prior notice.
Liability: A.C.H.I.F.F., its organizers, vendors, employees, contractors, and affiliates are not responsible for any costs, damages, or losses incurred in connection with submitting to or attending the festival. This includes, but is not limited to, travel expenses, accommodation, or costs related to changes in programming, venue, dates, or times.
Legal Compliance: By submitting, you confirm that you hold all necessary rights to your film (including music, images, and other copyrighted material) and that your submission does not infringe upon the rights of any third party. The festival assumes no responsibility for any legal disputes arising from the content of submitted works.
inDOCumentari is a film festival fully dedicated to the documentary genre, held in the city of Sabadell. Its mission is to promote and showcase documentary cinema as a tool for artistic expression, social reflection, and critical observation of contemporary reality. The festival presents a diverse selection of short and feature-length documentaries from around the world, fostering cultural exchange and dialogue among filmmakers, audiences, and audiovisual professionals.
Launched in 1980, our festival, the first of its category in South Korea, has grown and evolved from the Korean Short Film Festival, to become the Busan Asian Short Film Festival in 2000 and eventually the Busan International Short Film Festival in 2010 (www.bisff.org).
Taking place late April at the Busan Cinema Center, BISFF delivers a dozen awards in three competitive sections (International Competition, Korean Competition and Operation Kino) while also presenting several curated, non-competitive sections including: Guest Country, Korean Shorts, Asian Shorts, Prism, 3D Cinema, etc.
BISFF is a member of the Short Film Conference (http://shortfilmconference.com/) and of the NETPAC (Network for the Promotion of Asia Pacific Cinema https://netpacasia.org). In 2018, it became South Korea’s first Oscar®-qualifying festival.
The 9th edition of the Skyline Benidorm Film Festival will take place in the city of Benidorm, from March 29 to April 5, 2025, in the city of Benidorm (Spain).
The International New York Film Festival, (INYFF) is A SCREENING, AWARD and DISTRIBUTION Festival.
In 2023 the DIAMOND GLOBE AWARDS was begun. A magnificent 14" glittering globe to be awarded to the top film of each genre and sub-genre.
Also, in 2023 the INYFF starting streaming the entire event in real time worldwide!
Distribution awards will be presented at the INYFF!
The INYFF is divided into two seasons per year.
In the INYFF first time filmmakers with no-budgets to seasoned pros with name talent and multi-million dollar budgets screen together in the most eclectic film festival anywhere in NY and the world. Submit today and become part of the INYFF family.
For filmmakers in attendance a filmed Q and A will be made for their social media.
For world-wide distribution, All deliverables must be met including a trailer and the film in a Prores HQ file.
The International New York Film Festival is seeking outstanding filmmakers of all ages. Innovative, creative, unique in their vision. All genre are accepted.
Unfortunately due to the importance of the film submission revenue in operating the Festival we are unable to offer fee waivers. Recognizing the funding challenges that filmmakers face we encourage you to take advantage of the EarlyEarly Bird Deadline and Earlybird deadline.
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.
LATINUY, Uruguay's International Latin Film Festival, showcases the most recent and innovative films (short and long feature films, fiction and documentaries) made in Iberoamerica. Numerous titles, directors and producers from around the world, national and international actors and actresses, and a wide schedule of activities meet annually in Punta del Este, the main Uruguayan seaside resort. LatinUy, a classic meeting point for cultural exchange between filmmakers and movie enthusiasts, awards several prizes, both for short and feature films in competition, both from the jury and the audience.
