The Las Vegas Film Festival is an international cinema event from the entertainment capital of the world.
The festival showcases the best in independent, contemporary, and international cinema, bringing together filmmakers, audiences, and industry professionals for a dynamic celebration of storytelling.
Across eight days, the Las Vegas Film Festival presents more than 350 films through a curated program of screenings, premieres, filmmaker appearances, panel discussions, and special events. Audiences connect with filmmakers, artists, and industry professionals at Brenden Theatres at the Palms Casino Resort and venues throughout Las Vegas.
Extending beyond the annual festival, the Las Vegas Film Festival presents year-round screenings, film exhibitions, and cinematic experiences that inspire, educate, and entertain. Through ongoing programming and community engagement, the festival serves as a destination for independent film and global cinema throughout the year.
With the name Illusive Eye the optical process by which animation occurs in our brain by generating movement from the illusion produced by the rapid exposure to images in sequence is evoked. Animation offers the construction of credible universes, capable of freeing us from the limits of immediate reality.
With the coming of current communication technologies, animation has gained even more ground than it had in Film, Didactics and Videogames. Now, with the internet and the power of cell phones, mobile applications and the interconnection of devices and institutions with the network, animation has become an essential part of the language of interaction between the user and the world.
This audiovisual language has extended its discursive horizons as far as the human imagination reaches, and technically its evolution has allowed it to overcome reality by opening a fantastic vortex that provides immersive experiences and high doses of empathy as well as tons of fans of all ages and throughout the world, developing any theme with great aesthetic contributions and various levels of depth.
In honor of this abyss of creativity and as an invitation to immerse ourselves in it, this meeting space has been created for creators, scholars and amateurs. Looking to show not only its strength in the current film narrative but the presence of other types of speeches built on this means of visual expression: GIFs, memes, stickers, emoticons, headers, symbols for social networks, interface elements, banners, promotions , and any type of element generated from the illusion of an eye.
The AI International Film Festival started as the world’s first AI film festival back in 2021 — before the hype. Independent and Non-Profit, the festival focuses on passionate storytelling, filmmakers with something to say, and educating the public about AI trends.
"It's like an Academy Awards or Golden Globes but for AI Films, now monthly" - R. Maggi Writer, Director, Actor
"Head and shoulders above all others and I've been to film festivals in NYC, Seoul, Cannes.. etc." -James Jones, filmmaker of D.I.C.E.
These are tomorrow's filmmakers. Making tomorrow's films.
This is the home of the incredible creative community of cutting-edge AI Filmmakers as well as Filmmakers concerned about our collective Future with AI.
Now celebrated monthly due to the rapid pace of AI advancement, this truly independent, non-profit 501(c)(3) festival now receives over 100 submissions each month.
The festival uniquely showcases AI Films, Hybrid AI Films, Live-Action, Documentary, and Animated Films which either:
A. Use AI Tools to Point the Way to the Future of Storytelling and Filmmaking
OR
B. Explore the Impact AI will have on Society - positive or negative
Vertical and horizontal films are accepted in all applicable categories.
Our sister festival aimicrodramafest.org is specifically focused on serial content and short-form micro-drama in both vertical and horizontal formats.
Your film will be evaluated according to all the typical criteria of normal cinema - similarly to the academy awards. Most submitters choose between 2 and 4 categories, see Awards & Prizes as well as Categories & Fees sections below.
The festival also stands out for its interactive format, where the winning filmmakers watch and discuss each-others films together with the audience as each film screens. The festival includes screenings, award show, filmmaker discussions, audience choice awards, educational AI Expert Panel, and After-Party.
Festival winners become eligible for invitation to the exclusive AI International Winners Guild — a curated network of visionary filmmakers with access to free tools and a private communications channel for collaboration, sharing insights, and vibing with fellow award-winning videomakers.
Winning videos are collected monthly and prominently featured for global screening across all devices on Eventive.org, giving your work the spotlight and reach it deserves.
"The format is super engaging, it allows for discussions between the filmmakers and the audience after each film is screened,” remarks Arthur Machado, Brazilian director of the Italian-language film Modello Linguistico Divino from New Zealand, "I got huge value out of it by connecting with extremely talented and creative filmmakers from all around the world, and getting real-time feedback from the artists and the audience."
“We had cutting-edge AI filmmakers from all over the world on Zoom discussing the tools they used and their motivations,” says attendee Ron Maggi, “The interaction between these filmmakers alone was worth the price of admission, but even the films themselves are really amazing."
Our festival strongly supports the rights and fair treatment of content creators and talent regarding compensation and intellectual property, everywhere in the process of acting, screenwriting, animation, directing, production, and all other activities involved in film making.
We encourage open discussion regarding the utilization of AI tools and how that affects people in the industry. We honor independent and student filmmakers from very diverse communities worldwide.
The festival seeks narrative, animated, or documentary films which focus on both risks and benefits of AI as well as films making extensive use of AI tools. How will AI affect our lives now and in the future?
How will AI affect filmmaking, industry employment, and talent?
Are there unintended consequences?
What are the benefits of AI?
Might AI become super-intelligent and take over?
We welcome films treating AI robots/humanoids, AI surveillance, biotechnology, AI warfare, deep fakes, privacy concerns, job market shifts, social media issues, AI singularity, etc.
In association with The AI Project, AI International Film Festival seeks to educate the public and increase awareness about how AI might change the world - both benefits and drawbacks.
Our team, consisting of experts and educators in film, behavioral sciences and AI, strongly supports education and participation of creatives and students in defining and exploring our AI future.
We look forward to viewing your submissions. Good Luck!!
Only for Spanish Filmmakers.
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El festival de cine Ópera Prima “Ciudad de Tudela” es un certamen especializado en primeros largometrajes nacionales.
Es un proyecto organizado por la EPEL (Entidad Pública Empresarial Local) “Tudela-Cultura” en colaboración con el Cineclub Muskaria, colectivo que cuenta con más de 50 años de trayectoria en la ciudad.
El Festival Ópera Prima de Tudela (Navarra), que este año celebrará su edición número veintiséis, es un certamen de cine dedicado a la exhibición de largometrajes de origen español que supongan la primera dirección. Esta característica dota al certamen de un perfil distintivo y, además, fue pionero dentro del panorama nacional.
Se trata del único festival nacional que apuesta exclusivamente por este tipo de cine, lo que dota al certamen de una particularidad que ha sido destacada en numerosas ocasiones por personalidades del mundo del cine español.
Además, otra peculiaridad destacada del certamen es que es el público quien otorga el mayor premio del festival, el de mejor película, con sus votos.
El tema de las sesiones para centros educativos también nos parece un rasgo importante a destacar, así como los homenajes a directores nacionales consagrados con la proyección de su primera película.
También hay que destacar que las proyecciones de todas las películas se realizan en el cine Moncayo, una sala que se encuentra ubicada en el barrio de Lourdes de la ciudad.
Entre los objetivos del festival destacan los siguientes:
• Impulsar la carrera de directores/as noveles para que sigan aportando su creatividad y trabajo al servicio del cine.
• Involucrar a directores/as, actores y actrices consagrados/as y otros profesionales relacionados con el mundo del cine. El jurado de este festival está formado por este perfil de profesionales que, de esta manera, se vinculan de manera directa con el proyecto.
• Crear un espacio de diálogo, conocimiento y cercanía entre directores/as noveles y profesionales con amplia trayectoria. De esta manera, se fomentan lazos de unión y se generan posibles sinergias y viveros de creación.
• Establecer un diálogo y feedback entre el público y el mundo del cine, a través del debate y charla que se realiza en la sección “Mi Ópera Prima”.
• Creación de nuevos públicos, poniendo especial hincapié en los jóvenes.
• Además de estos objetivos, es importante destacar que se pretende que Tudela se convierta durante una semana en una “Ciudad de Cine”, en la que la población de Tudela, su Comarca y Navarra sean protagonistas del certamen junto a los directores/as, actores y actrices y demás personalidades del mundo de la cinematografía.
• Fomentar el cine europeo, a través de la sección (fuera de concurso) “Mi Ópera Prima Europea”, en la que se proyecta un primer trabajo de un/a director/a europeo/a.
La Sección Oficial a concurso es la principal sección del Festival, en la que se invierte la mayor parte del trabajo. La Sección Oficial consta de la exhibición y concurso de siete largometrajes españoles que suponen la primera película de su director/a, seleccionados por el Cineclub Muskaria entre todos los participantes.
Además, el festival organiza otras secciones que la complementan y que hacen más atractiva su oferta, dotándole de mayor calidad e interés cultural y cinematográfico:
• Sección Juventud: durante la semana del Festival, además de los horarios de tarde para el público general, las películas se exhiben en horario matinal y escolar, para estudiantes de bachillerato de centros educativos de Tudela y la ribera. Esta sección tiene el objetivo de acercar el cine menos comercial a la población joven, de manera que se vaya creando un público crítico y con sensibilidad cultural y despertando el interés por el cine. Esta sección tiene la particularidad de que tiene un premio propio, el premio de la Juventud, que otorgan los/as estudiantes a través de la votación de todas las películas.
• Sección “Su Ópera Prima”: esta sección supone uno de los momentos más emotivos del Festival, puesto que se proyecta una película que, en su día, fue la ópera prima de alguna persona con una larga trayectoria dentro del cine español. Además de la exhibición de la película, se realiza un homenaje al/la directora/a, con la presencia de personas estrechamente vinculadas al/la mismo/a y un diálogo con el público. Esta sección ha acogido en los últimos años a personalidades de la talla de Mario Camus, Ana Diez, Francisco Regueiro, Pedro Olea, Javier Aguirre, Jaime Chávarri, Julio Diamante, Juan Antonio Bardem, Luis García Berlanga, Fernando Fernán Gómez, Pilar Miró o Carlos Saura.
En el año 2021 se incorporó la novedad de proyectar en sesión matinal las primeras películas de grandes directores para estudiantes de centros educativos de la ciudad. Ese fue el primer año que Su Majestad la Reina visitó el Festival para participar en este acto de homenaje que rindió homenaje a tres grandes del cine clásico español: Juan Antonio Bardem, Luis García Berlanga y Fernando Fernán Gómez. Esta sesión de homenaje se desarrolló por la mañana y a ella asistieron unos 200 estudiantes de los distintos centros educativos de la ciudad
• Sección Ópera Prima Europea: los actos del Festival comienzan en la semana previa al mismo y entre ellos destaca esta sección, en la que se exhibe el primer largometraje actual de un director/a europeo. La selección corre a cargo del Cine Club Muskaria y su objetivo es dotar de un carácter más internacional al Festival. También pretende difundir el cine europeo y los directores noveles, de manera que, en base a la misma filosofía que la sección oficial, se fomente un cine de calidad que tiene pocas posibilidades de ser exhibido y visualizado en salas comerciales. El éxito de esta sección se entiende en el contexto de la trayectoria del Festival y de la fidelidad de un público con gran interés en este tipo de propuestas.
• Sesión de Clausura: el día de la entrega de premios y previo a la ceremonia, se exhibe una película fuera de concurso. Esta película se selecciona intentando que sea una propuesta atractiva y de calidad, que dote de una nueva propuesta cinematográfica al acto de entrega de premios
• Sección Nuestros clásicos: en 2025, para acoger la visita de S.M la Reina Doña Letizia, quien no pudo participar en las fechas del Festival de cine Ópera Prima, se organizó este ciclo fuera de las fechas del festival, en homenaje a Alejandro Amenábar. Los actos se celebraron los días 24 y 25 de noviembre en el cine Moncayo. Este pequeño ciclo contó con dos jornadas: el lunes, 24 noviembre, a las 19:30 h., se proyectó la primera película de Alejandro Amenábar “Tesis” y se organizó un coloquio con los tres protagonistas: Ana Torrent, Eduardo Noriega y Fele Martínez. Este acto fue con entrada gratuita.
El Festival Ópera Prima es un evento totalmente consolidado, que lleva celebrándose desde el año 2000 (ininterrumpidamente salvo la edición 2020 debido al COVID) y que se ha convertido en uno de los eventos culturales más importantes de Tudela y, por extensión, de toda Navarra. El paso de los años ha supuesto la consolidación del Festival y, sobre todo, ha constatado la inmejorable respuesta del público ante un evento que es parte de su identidad cultural.
Este festival está dirigido por Luis Alegre, escritor, profesor, cineasta y colaborador de numerosos medios de comunicación y se celebra en el cine Moncayo. Este cine está ubicado en un barrio de la ciudad, lo que permite que el Festival se celebre en el corazón de Tudela. Su ubicación hace que la celebración del festival tenga un atractivo e impacto social mayor.
También hay que destacar de este Festival las personalidades que han visitado la ciudad a lo largo de su historia, tanto invitados de las películas seleccionadas a concurso como jurados de la talla de Rafael Azcona, José Luis Borau, Álex de la Iglesia, Agustín Díaz Yanes, David Trueba, Antonio Gasset, Jordi Bosch, Natalie Poza, Carmen Puyó, Verónica Sánchez, Montxo Armendáriz, , Juan Cruz, Ángeles Caso, Nativel Preciado, Ángel Sánchez Harguindey, José Luis García Sánchez, Ángeles González Sinde, Raúl Arévalo, Alberto Rodríguez, Borja Cobeaga, José Luis Cuerda, Fernando Méndez Leite, Pilar Palomero, Aitana Sánchez Gijón, Verónica Forqué, Carla Simón o Rodrigo Sorogoyen.
The Association “L’Officina Culturale” APS of Chivasso (TO), as part of the International Festival-Competition “TCC-TeatroCinemaChivasso”, organises the VII edition of the CortiCinema "U30" 2025 Competition.
This is a competition among short films from all over the world, without restrictions, to which participation is free of charge.
Only works that include at least two people aged 30 or under at the time of registration, in their artistic and/or technical cast, are admitted to the competition.
You will find on the website https://www.officinaculturale.net/concorso-corticinema-u30 the Call for Entry with all the information relating to the Juries and Awards, as well as the Registration Form to be sent to the email address: officina.corticinema@gmail.com
Aynimation Festival 2026
The Aynimation Festival is an animation festival whose mission is to promote the development of animation by decentralizing access to education and culture in its various forms, while fostering connections between artists, the industry, and the community. Through this competition, we seek to showcase innovative works, encourage the exchange of ideas, and recognize the creative talent and diversity of perspectives that this art form offers.
The festival organization reaffirms its commitment to cultural decentralization and the national and international promotion of animation, offering participants the opportunity to share their projects with new audiences and be part of an event that connects the industry and the community in the city of Trujillo.
The Aynimation Festival opens its call for submissions for the Official Competition Selection, inviting animation filmmakers and creators from Peru, Latin America, and around the world to take part in this fourth edition in 2026.
LIFE AFTER OIL International Film Festival is an environmental and human rights film festival.
Its works deal with topics such as investigative journalism, whistleblowing, protest, struggles, resistance, alternative solutions, and best practices related to the environment and human rights.
Films as Ambassadors. Stories as Bridges.
Cinema Father Presents it's 11th edition as- The Embassy International Film Festival-27. TEIFF-27 is a global celebration of cinema created to bring nations, cultures, filmmakers, and audiences together through the universal language of storytelling.
Inspired by the spirit of an embassy—a place where nations connect, cultures interact, and relationships are built—the festival envisions cinema as a powerful form of cultural diplomacy. Every film carries something of its country: its people, traditions, struggles, dreams, history, and changing society. In this sense, filmmakers become cultural ambassadors and their films become bridges between communities.
The Embassy International Film Festival-27 welcomes filmmakers from across the world, embracing diverse languages, genres, cultures, ethnicities, perspectives, and styles of filmmaking. From independent voices and emerging talents to experienced filmmakers, the festival provides a common platform where stories can travel beyond geographical, political, and cultural boundaries.
The festival aims not only to screen and recognize outstanding cinema but also to encourage cultural exchange, international collaboration, networking, and meaningful dialogue among filmmakers and audiences.
Many Nations. One Screen.
The Universidad Estatal a Distancia (UNED) of Costa Rica, through the Centro Agenda Joven en Derechos y Ciudadanía, in support of young audiovisual producers and filmmakers and with special attention to the young population in the country, is launching the 16th Audiovisual Showcase “Cortos de la Polis Joven”. The event aims to promote audiovisual production in Costa Rica through a culture of visual expression that reflects the creative imagination of young Costa Ricans and their daily experiences.
“Cortos de la Polis Joven” seeks to present these productions to all kinds of audiences within the university as well as to the local and international community, in order to foster and develop Costa Rican cinematographic production and culture. We believe it is important to open a space for discussion on how young people’s perceptions change over time regarding politics, social issues, daily life in the country, and other topics related to the region.
Finally, another objective is to raise awareness among young people about the production, exhibition, and creation of audiovisual works and the arts in general, as a medium to communicate ideas and engage in experimentation.
****Topic of the showcase: "Celebrating Human Rights"
****Subtopic of the showcase: "Hecho en casa (Homemade)" (Only costarican productions between 2023 and 2026)
The theme of the 17th Short Film Showcase “Cortos de la Polis Joven” will be "Celebrating Human Rights", which will include a special thematic category called "Hecho en casa" (Homemade).
Regarding the theme "Celebrating Human Rights", submissions may address any topic that, in some way, expresses the importance of guaranteeing, defending, and experiencing human rights on a daily basis (for example: education, politics, multiculturalism, environment, sexualities, the right to choose, human dignity, social equality, migration, among others).
Only the first 100 films submitted via Festhome will be considered for the festival.
Promo video on YouTube: https://youtu.be/e8LKo9IlKM8
A national jury will evaluate the submitted entries and select three winning short films for each competition. The winning works will receive a Festival statuette (the *Canoa Dorada* / Golden Canoe) and a cash prize.
New Features
This year, the Festival is implementing a new selection process for the works included in its program. Participants will be notified via email if their short film has been nominated for the *Canoa Dorada*, signifying its inclusion in the official competition lineup.
Additionally, some works that are not nominated may still be selected for screening during the event as part of the official showcase. These pieces will receive an "Official Selection" badge from the Bajo Cauca Film Festival in recognition of their quality and creative contribution.
Regional Competition
● First place: $1,500,000 + *Canoa Dorada*.
● Second place: $1,000,000 + *Canoa Dorada*.
● Third place: $500,000 + *Canoa Dorada*.
Around International Awards ✈ Barcelona ✈ Paris ✈ Amsterdam ✈ Berlin.
Annual Independent event with 4 major programs for all Features, Shorts, Documentaries, Experimental, Commercial, Music Video, Animations, Student Films, TV, Series, and New Media. The international community evaluates the all-genre creations to serve ARFF Official Laurels and to certify the awarded filmmakers at the end of the annual festival run. Thus, all the ARFF Finalists will be mentioned multiple times to have the best out of the entire year altogether. Submit today to participate in all 4 programs, regarding the unique system of ARFF International.
Submissions made via Festhome are getting evaluated and selected, directly for the yearly festival run and participating in the Official Certificate Program exclusively. Monthly selection is available on other associated platforms. Regarding the Unification Program of ARFF International, all 4 editions will gather at Amsterddam November/December 2024, till then Barcelona, Paris & Berlin editions will take place online.
See you Around & Fest Regards
We love horror and we're very excited to watch your films!
The Bloody Horror International Film Festival (BHIFF) is an international festival seeking the best in indie horror (both amateur and professional).
The festival is set up in two yearly sessions. Selected films will be recognized and awarded in various categories.
BHIFF has made a point to keep our entry fees low as to give everyone the chance to enter, and we offer a high number of award categories!
BHIFF is headquartered in Canada, but its panel of judges is set in different parts of the world and comes with a variety of horror film expertise.
As of June 2025, BHIFF will now be sharing more content on social media! We think this is a great way to help promote your work/creations for everyone to see! We hold the rights to use any material submitted and will use this to promote your amazing creations! We may use film trailers, posters and clips of submitted films (even non-inning films)
Here at BHIFF, we feel everyone's work is a masterpiece! We have the hard job of choosing our Official Selections and Winners. This doesn't mean we didn't love all the films. We aren't always able to screen all of the Official Selections and Honorable Mentions because we have time limits at the venues.
So, we feel that sharing on social media is a great way to get everyone work seen!
We have partnered up with the nice folks over at B-Movie TV!
B-Movie TV is a Live TV Channel that is available via Roku Box. B-Movies 24/7!
Every film that wins BHIFF's Baddest B-Movie award will be exclusively screened LIVE on B-Movie TV's channel! How cool is that?!
Lots more exciting stuff coming soon!
We're always very excited to see your creations!
Buenos Aires Rojo Sangre (BARS) is an international film festival devoted to the genres of science fiction, horror and fantasy. Is the oldest fantastic film festival in Latin America.
It began in 2000 with a focus on independent films in those genres, and since 2004 in the form of a competitive festival, Buenos Aires Rojo Sangre is well attended with over 200 films shown and 12.000 public and industry admissions each year. BARS is sponsored by the National Institute of Cinema and Audiovisual Arts (INCAA) and declared of cultural interest by the legislature of the autonomous city of Buenos Aires.
PRESS REVIEWS
DREAD CENTRAL: The Best Horror Festivals in the World 2021
The oldest genre film festival in Latin America, Buenos Aires Rojo Sangre “has earned the respect of every other festival because of its endurance,” says a panelist. “It’s extremely well-curated and its fans love everything, from bizarre B-films to highbrow horror fare.”
“It’s also important to highlight this festival’s stubbornness,” jokes a panelist, and another panelist agrees, pointing out that it insists on “keeping its main idea of a festival made for horror fans by horror fans.”
https://www.dreadcentral.com/top-10-lists/364442/the-best-horror-festivals-in-the-world-2021/3/
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The Bubble: Blood, Guts, & Cinema: The BARS Horror Film Festival Hits Buenos Aires by Jorge Farah
"The Buenos Aires Rojo Sangre festival has been delivering these thrills to porteño audiences for nearly two decades now, screening films that are decidedly “off the beaten path” and would have a tough time finding a more conventional commercial distribution in this side of the world. And though it’s focused mainly on horror, the festival actually offers a pretty diverse slate of films, featuring everything from comedic, tongue-in-cheek midnight movies to films that incorporate elements of fantasy along with the more relentlessly bleak horror fare. There’s something for everybody."
https://www.thebubble.com/buenos-aires-rojo-sangre-film-festival
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VARIETY: Gardner, Yamaguchi, Urrutia Win at BARS by John Hopewell
"Launching in 2000, BARS, one of Latin America’s biggest genre fests, has proved a driving force in the build of Argentine genre production scene, highlighting and prizing early works of directors such as Adrian Garcia Bogliano, who won 2004’s audience award for first feature, “Habitacion para turistas.”"
https://variety.com/2013/film/global/gardner-yamaguchi-urrutia-win-at-bars-1200808359/
The Cusco Film Festival is a cultural initiative that seeks to establish a space for gathering, exhibition, and dialogue centered on contemporary cinema. It stems from the need to reevaluate the art of filmmaking as a form of expression that reflects the identity, diversity, and living memory of our region and our country. The festival is held in the city of Cusco, the cultural heart of Peru, where images interact with the mountains, languages, and peoples who inhabit them. The festival brings together local, national, and international filmmakers in a celebration of cinema as both an art form and a tool for social transformation.
The Halloween Horror Festival
Prepare for a night of fear, suspense, and spine-tingling storytelling. This screening event showcases short films from across the UK—all 15 minutes or less—across a thrilling range of dark genres. Whether you’re into ghosts, psychological chills, or powerful dramas with a sinister edge, there’s a category for your vision.
Featured Categories:
Environmental Horror
Where real-world crises meet terror. These films tackle ecological nightmares—whether it’s nature’s revenge or the terrifying cost of human actions.
Zombie Horror
Apocalyptic chaos, flesh-eating undead, and a world in ruins. Classic or creative takes welcome—just bring the bite.
Suspense/Thriller Horror
Tension, paranoia, and the fear of the unseen. Your film might feature ghosts—or maybe the horror is all psychological. Either way, it’ll leave audiences unsettled.
The Spooky One
From haunted houses to eerie towns, these are the films that give us goosebumps. Expect the classic horror atmosphere—with a fresh twist.
Spiritual Horror
Good vs. evil, possession, rituals, and otherworldly forces at play. If your film explores spiritual dread or divine conflict, this is your category.
Expanded Categories (New for This Year):
Psychological Thriller
Diving deep into the mind, these films explore obsession, mental decay, and disturbing truths. Perfect for fans of tense, character-driven horror.
Dark Drama
Serious, emotional storytelling with a sinister or unsettling edge. Themes might include grief, revenge, or inner demons—grounded in realism.
Surreal Horror/Thriller
Stylized, dreamlike, or abstract. These films push boundaries and blur realities. If it’s strange and disturbing—we want it.
Period Horror or Thriller
Set in the past, filled with dread. Think candlelight, corsets, and creeping shadows—or haunting tales from historical moments.
Mind-Benders
Twisty, complex narratives that keep the audience guessing until the very end. Ideal for nonlinear timelines, unreliable narrators, or shocking reveals.
Folk Horror / Rural Thriller
Isolated communities, ancient rituals, or countryside dread. Where tradition turns terrifying and myths become real.
Sci-Fi Horror or Thriller
From alien invasions to dystopian futures and AI nightmares—if your horror or thriller is set in the world of science or space, it belongs here.
Screenings will take place at Cold Harbour Cinema in Brixton, London (UK).
For submission rules and full guidelines, please visit the “Rules” section on our website.
All films must be 15 minutes or less in length.
Selected filmmakers will only get one ticket per entry and will need to purchase additional tickets .
48-Hour Halloween Horror Film Challenge
The Halloween Horror Film Challenge is a 48-hour filmmaking competition.
Teams must register by Thursday 8 October 2026 through the Halloween Horror Film Festival website.
The Challenge begins at 8:00 pm on Friday 9 October 2026. Registered teams will receive the required Challenge criteria, theme and/or elements at this time.
All films must be written, filmed, edited and completed during the 48-hour Challenge period.
At the beginning of the finished film, teams must include a five-second blank gap, followed by a clear display of the required Challenge criteria/elements included in their film.
Final films must be submitted by 8:00 pm on Sunday 11 October 2026. Late submissions may not be accepted.
At the point of final submission, teams must pay the £25 Challenge entry fee.
Challenge films must follow all stated criteria, required elements and technical submission instructions. Films that do not meet these requirements may be disqualified.
The strongest completed Halloween horror shorts will be selected to screen at the Halloween Horror Film Festival. Selection is not guaranteed and all decisions remain at the discretion of the Festival judging panel.
If a Challenge film is selected for screening, the submitting team will receive one complimentary ticket to attend the Festival. Any additional tickets must be purchased.
BANDSFF will include feature films and short films. We especially want your horror submissions. Yes, we watch them all and can't wait to do it. We're eager to have filmmakers be part of BANDSFF. We will award best feature and best short. We will also award best overall director and best overall horror film. Our goal is to become a place where filmmakers can showcase their efforts and continue to grow. Our event will be taking place at the Showplace Cinema in Harrisburg, Illinois. Showplace Cinemas has locations in 3 states, and we're excited to be hosting in one of their great facilities. We're thrilled to open the doors up to submitters, their friends, family, and theatergoers who want to support the festival by joining us for the fun. We have awards, including cash prizes.
The Sony Future Filmmaker Awards is a major program providing exceptional opportunities for creators and filmmakers.
The shortlisted filmmakers are flown to Sony Pictures Studios in Culver City, California, to attend an awards ceremony and a bespoke industry immersion program comprising exclusive workshops led by Sony Pictures executives, masterclasses, panel discussions, tours, screenings and Q&As.
The Terrícola Audiovisual Festival arises with the purpose of promoting audiovisual production from the country and neighboring countries, from Patagonia, and from the Andean Comarca in particular, creating a meeting space for filmmakers, the general public, locals, and tourists. Faced with the scarce film infrastructure in the region, the festival seeks to guarantee equitable access to quality productions, promote the local audiovisual industry, and strengthen the regional cultural identity.
In addition to screenings, the festival offers open talks and workshops on agroecology, ancestral knowledge, fire prevention, pollution, and regional economy, with the objective of integrating local and territorial knowledge.
