IV WomanInFan – Sitges Fanlab Residence Call for Entries
The Sitges - International Fantastic Film Festival of Catalonia presents the IV call for entries for the WomanInFan – Sitges FanLab training grants, as part of the WomanInFan program.
This Sitges Film Festival initiative for the visibility and incorporation of female creators in fantastic genre filmmaking proposes a new platform for female fantastic genre filmmakers. It consists of a training proposal using the residency format, which will take place during the 59th edition of the Sitges - International Fantastic Film Festival of Catalonia.
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TALENT ACCELERATOR BY WOMANINFAN
Program developed with the support of:
ICEC – Generalitat de Catalunya (Catalan Institute of Cultural Enterprises)
Eurimages
DAMA
1. Purpose of the Call for Entries
Talent Accelerator by WomanInFan is an international competitive call for entries designed to provide professional training for female creators in the field of fantastic genre filmmaking. Its aim is to strengthen creative, strategic, and professional skills, providing tools for the autonomous development of audiovisual projects based on principles of cultural and social sustainability, as well as promoting diversity, inclusion, and equality in the film industry.
Thirty projects will be selected from among all those submitted to participate in the Talent Accelerator by WomanInFan.
The One Shot Terrassa City of Film is a film festival that takes back the old Sequence Shot Contest organised in Terrassa between 2004 and 2012. It came last year again, and we're following the success. So this is the 16th Edition of the festival.
The particularity of this festival is that ONLY ACCEPTS ONE SHOT FILMS. What does it mean? As is well known, is about telling a story - at least 3 minutes long - in just a single shot, that is: no cutting or image editing.
In 2017, Terrassa was selected as a "Creative City of UNESCO in Film", a recognition that only 17 cities in the world have. This leads to recover a past that it is what brought us this present.
The festival will take place during the week from November 26th to 28rd 2026.
To have some historical background, it all started in 1967 when Societat Cultural Joventut Terrassenca - known in Terrassa as "Coro vell" - organized the "Rotllo" film competition with this same idea. Now, Societat Coro Vell, with the support of the Terrassa Audio-visual Board and within the activities of the Terrassa City of Film UNESCO, as well as with the participation of those companies and people who collaborate on this event, wants to recover this current year the tenth edition of the "Concurs del Pla Seqüència", from now called "One Shot - Terrassa City of Film".
For any doubt or concern contact us at oneshot@oneshot.cat.
INTRODUCTION
Valdivia International Film Festival showcases Chilean and international cinema in five competitive categories: Feature Competition, Youth Feature Competition, Latin American and Caribbean Short Film Competition, Latin American and Caribbean Children’s Short Film Competition and Chilean Short Film Competition for Film Students. Its non-competitive program includes historical retrospectives, contemporary filmmakers’ retrospectives, social cinema, avant-garde cinema, genre, and a children-family oriented cinema slot.
1.- OBJECTIVES
The festival aims to offer Chilean and foreign filmmakers a place to screen and to compete, and by doing so, promoting national and international film works of artistic quality.
2. DATES
The festival will be held from October 12th to 18th, 2026, in Valdivia, Chile.
Sitges FanPitch és una plataforma internacional de referència per a la promoció i desenvolupament de projectes de llargmetratge i producció seriada de gènere fantàstic, ciència-ficció i terror.
Amb l’objectiu de reforçar i donar més visibilitat al talent creatiu en llengua catalana, va néixer el segell Catalunya Imaginària, una iniciativa destinada exclusivament a projectes en llengua catalana que vulguin formar part d’aquest esdeveniment.
El projecte seleccionat dins de la categoria Catalunya Imaginària participarà directament a la selecció final del Sitges FanPitch. Mitjançant Catalunya Imaginària, el Sitges FanPitch vol potenciar la creació audiovisual en català dins del gènere fantàstic, facilitant als projectes seleccionats l’accés a productors, distribuïdors i altres professionals de la indústria cinematogràfica internacional.
Això permet oferir més oportunitats de finançament, coproducció i circulació a les propostes que sorgeixen del nostre territori.
Aquesta iniciativa també busca enfortir la presència del fantàstic en català en l’àmbit internacional. Sitges FanPitch Catalunya Imaginària és l’espai de referència per als projectes de fantàstic en llengua catalana, oferint-los l’oportunitat d’accedir a un mercat global sense perdre la seva identitat i essència pròpia.
Important: la participació a la competició de Catalunya Imaginària és compatible amb la resta de competicions com són Sitges FanPitch (llargmetratges i producció seriada), WomanInFan Curt-Teaser i Residència Fantàstica WomanInFan. Així doncs el mateix projecte pot competir en paral·lel en totes les concurrències que desitgi, sempre que es compleixin tots els requisits de la convocatòria específica.
The Val Ceno Film Festival is a short film festival that takes place in Varano De Melegari (PR), a medieval village dominated by the Pallavicino castle, located in the Ceno valley.
FICFUSA is a film festival and community-based cultural process with thirteen (13) years of experience. Through its Women and Territory approach, the festival understands cinema as a space for gathering, creation, reflection, and social transformation.
Based in Fusagasugá, in the Sumapaz region of Colombia, FICFUSA works to promote cultural decentralization, access to cinema as a cultural right, and the strengthening of social bonds through audiovisual storytelling.
For its 2026 edition, FICFUSA invites filmmakers to submit their works to the following festival categories:
1. Stories of Women – International Feature Films
2. Made by Colombian Women – Short Films directed by women (Colombia)
3. A Short Made Here – Short Films from Cundinamarca (Colombia)
4. A Story Made in the Regions – Short Films from Colombian regions (Colombia)
The main festival event will take place in Fusagasugá from November 11th to 16th, 2026.
Cassette from the Parent Shelf is an international youth film festival born from a free and generational spirit.
It offers young creators a platform to present honest, bold, and sometimes unconventional works.
Blending nostalgic aesthetics with new voices, it explores identity, memory, and the present moment.
More than a competition, it is a meeting space where young cinema finds its audience and community.
The First Annual Horror in the Underground: Halloween Film Festival will take place in Kuopio, Finland October 31, 2026 at the Sawohouse Underground.
We are looking for horror movie submissions from up and coming or aspiring film makers who wish to showcase their work at what we are hoping to be the first of many more festivals to come!
This one day film festival will include films by indie film makers with the headlining film being the classic 80's vampire film The Lost Boys.
To help us celebrate the film,the Helsinki Vampires and Finnish goth band, The 69 Eyes will perform after the film to celebrate their 20th anniversary of their hit song, Lost Boys, based on the classic horror film.
Contests and activities are planned throughout the day and over 1200 euro worth of prizes are to be given out.
If you have a horror film you would like to submit for consideration send it our way!
And best of luck to you all!
Indies on the Island is where music and film collide on the Texas coast. Over four unforgettable days each February, Galveston Island transforms into a creative playground celebrating the next wave of independent filmmakers and musicians. Experience live performances, short film screenings, industry panels, workshops, and awards beneath the island sun and coastal breeze. Whether you’re here to create, connect, or simply be inspired—Indies on the Island is your stage, your screen, your story.
The coast is calling—will you answer?
Movie Life Festival announces the short film competition in the following categories:
1: Short Mobile, filmed with mobile phone (including Reels, Stories, TikTok videos, YouTube Shorts).
2: Short Filmmaker, filmed with a video or movie camera.
3: AI Short, created exclusively with artificial intelligence. The festival awards the best short film chosen by the online popular jury for each of the three sections, while the technical jury will select the best director, best lead actor and actress, best screenplay, best soundtrack, and best cinematography. The theme of the competition is open.
At the Theater of Osvaldo Chebello in Cairo Montenotte the third edition of the "Magical Cairo Montenotte International Film Festival" will be happen at the 12th and 13th September 2026
2 days of screening, networking, entertainment and many more.
Our film festival also gives the youth and students the chance to gain experience.
“Social World Film Festival” is the most emotional festival in the world with events, movies, previews, innovative activities, jury of young people and professionals, workshops, competitions, presentations and thousands of visitors.
The sixteenth edition of the International Social Cinema Festival “Social World Film Festival” will take place from 21 to 28 June 2026 in Vico Equense (Sorrento Coast - Italy) between activities in presence and innovative streaming modes aimed as always to ensure the interaction, direct and in connection, of the authors with the audience of the event.
The winners of the competitive selections are awarded during the Gala Night scheduled for the sixteenth edition in Vico Equense (Sorrento Coast - Italy).
Participating to the International Festival of Social Cinema “Social World Film Festival” offers some specially selected works the exclusive possibility to be presented in events organized worldwide thats in the last ten years, we have involved 28 cities in 40 events on five continents including Los Angeles, New York, Rio de Janeiro, Wien, Washington DC, Seoul, Busan, Berlin, Barcelona, Amsterdam, Cannes, Monte Carlo, Paris, Istanbul, San Francisco, Tokyo, Sydney, Marseilles, Palma, Tunis, Hong Kong, Jakarta.
Behind Miranda de Ebro Film Fest is the company
Proyecfilm.com. It has over 50 years of experience promoting independent cinema, supporting creators, distributors, and festivals every step of the way. With over 1,200 satisfied clients, 5,000 screenings, and 10,000 licenses managed, they are a benchmark in audiovisual management in Spain.
Miranda de Ebro Film Fest is not just a festival; it's a real platform for emerging and established talent. Registering for the festival guarantees you professional support and a unique opportunity to showcase your work in a space committed to quality, diversity, and cultural impact.
Why Miranda de Ebro is the ideal place
Miranda de Ebro combines history, culture, and modernity in an accessible and welcoming environment. Its strategic location in northern Spain, between major cities such as Bilbao, Burgos, and Logroño, makes it an ideal meeting point for film professionals and lovers. Furthermore, its commitment to culture and the growth of artistic events positions it as a vibrant city, perfect for showcasing film talent.
Are you a local creator, an emerging filmmaker, a young enthusiast, or a cinephile audience? Save those dates: we want your short, your ideas, your voice. We'll have national and local screenings, children's sessions, a youth jury, audience awards, and panel discussions with filmmakers.
This year we are celebrating a very special edition: the Festival is celebrating its 25th anniversary, a quarter of a century committed to talent, creativity and short films. This is a particularly significant milestone for the organisation, and we would be delighted to have your participation once again this year to continue growing this project, which is already a cultural benchmark.
We encourage you to submit your works and be part of this commemorative edition, which we hope will be as special as the stories you send us.
FilmGugger Short Film Festival
Theme: The Golden Twenties – Reloaded
When: Thurs 29 – Sat 31 October 2026
Where: Roxy Cinema Neustadt an der Weinstraße
Format: Contemporary short films + classic films
Submission deadline: August 31, 2026, free of charge
Website: www.filmgugger.de
Email: festival@filmgugger.de
Participation: https://filmgugger.de/opencallkurzfilme26
Festival Director: Bettina Höchel
ENTRETODOS 19 - Is a free entrance Festival dedicated to the exhibition and award of short films, with up to 25 minutes, of all genres and formats, that addresses issues related to Human Rights.
The Festival takes place in São Paulo. Produced by Prefeitura de São Paulo, Spcine and ESTATE Produções.
ENTRETODOS Festival team.
Vichy International Film Festival is proud to present the second edition of “Un Brin de Court,” an exciting very short film festival (between 1 and 3 minutes) that will take place from November 15 to 22, 2026, in Vichy and throughout the Allier department.
Immerse yourself in the world of cinema and creativity through unique screenings, fascinating discussions, and unforgettable experiences featuring fiction films (and only fictional, using live-action footage) from around the world.
Organized by the Club Audiovisuel de Vichy, “Un Brin de Court” aims to expand its audience and reach a new level. It now positions itself as a celebration of international francophone short films.
The call for very short films opens on March 1, 2026, and closes on July 31, 2026.
Short films must have a running time, including credits, of between 1 and 3 minutes. The festival is open to all filmmakers, both amateurs and professionals. Sections for this 2nd edition (to choose from):
• Open theme (only fiction)
• Mandatory theme: Resistance (only fiction)
• Young audiences (only fiction or animated films)
PLEASE READ THE RULES CAREFULLY BEFORE SUBMITTING YOUR FILMS, THANK YOU.
Numerous prizes will be awarded by a professional jury and the audience.
We look forward to seeing many of you there.
Experience the Power of Short Film at the 3rt Annual DIFF Shorts Film Festival
The Dallas International Film Festival proudly presents the 3rt Annual DIFF Shorts Film Festival, a celebration of the art of short-form storytelling. From October 16th - 19th, 2026, join us as we go beyond screenings to foster a dynamic connection between filmmakers, audiences, and the vibrant Dallas arts community.
We believe that film should be placed on the same pedestal as all of the other arts, and that applies equally to short films. Our intention with the DIFF Shorts Film Festival is to elevate the short film and to celebrate shorts filmmakers.
We want to hear your voice! Filmmakers attending DIFF Shorts are encouraged to participate in audience Q&As and panel discussions. We also actively collaborate with Dallas-area high schools and universities, connecting filmmakers with the next generation of storytellers.
Let's shorten the distance between idea and screen. Join us for the DIFF Shorts Film Festival from October 16th - 19th, 2026.
About the Dallas Film Society:
DIFF Shorts is a presentation of DIFF (Dallas Film Society, Inc.), a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization established in 2006 “to celebrate films and their impact on society; to honor filmmakers and recognize their achievements and contribution in enhancing the creative community; to provide educational programs to students to develop better understanding of the role of film in today’s world; and to promote the City of Dallas and its commitment to the art of filmmaking".
This commitment of the early founders to the art of film and the artists who are its creators continues to guide the organization today. In addition, through curation of the broadest range of expression through film, DIFF is committed to serving as the region’s most powerful platform for diverse, emerging, and underrepresented voices. Throughout its history – before DEI was a familiar acronym – DIFF has demonstrated consistent commitment to providing accessible, inclusive, immersive, educational, and entertaining film experiences for all. It is the vision of DIFF that, by promoting wide and thoughtful expression through film, our organization can help foster human connection and greater appreciation for our common humanity and our rich diversity.
Supported by City of Dallas Office of Arts and Culture.
FestiBaldo was born with great enthusiasm — and a lot of effort — in the Sant Roc neighborhood (Badalona) in 2022. It is a festival organized by the 10th-grade students of Institut Escola Baldomer Solà.
This year marks the 4th edition, and we hope it will have the same impact as in previous years.
To participate, entrants must comply with the rules and regulations described below.
The Babylon International Documentary Film Festival is the first international documentary film festival in Iraq. The festival is a 5 days special event that aims to empower and uplift documentary filmmakers from the MENA region as well as shedding light on Human Rights topics in the region, while also fostering cooperation and cultural exchange between international filmmakers. The festival focuses on showcasing a diverse range of international independent documentary films, with a special emphasis on promoting and supporting MENA talent.
The festival's primary goal is to provide a community for MENA documentary filmmakers to showcase their works and gain recognition on an international stage. The festival actively seeks to empower and uplift filmmakers to tell stories about important topics such as human rights. By offering filmmakers a dedicated community to present their documentaries alongside international films. Through screenings, discussions, and Q&A sessions with industry professionals, The festival creates opportunities for filmmakers from the MENA region to engage with a global audience, gain exposure, and build valuable connections within the international documentary community.
In addition to celebrating Independent documentary cinema, the festival also fosters collaboration and cultural exchange with filmmakers from around the world. By bringing together international filmmakers, directors, and producers, the festival promotes dialogue, understanding, and the sharing of diverse perspectives.
The festival serves as a dynamic platform that not only celebrates documentary filmmaking on an international scale but also seeks to empower and elevate filmmakers from the MENA region, promoting their voices and stories to a global audience.
