Festival start: 21 October 2026
Festival end: 28 October 2026
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The Evolution Mallorca International Film Festival enters its 15th edition with a clear mission statement: CHAMPIONING DIVERSITY AND INNOVATION IN FILM. EMIFF prides itself on being an international platform for new independent voices in cinema. This commitment is reflected in the storytelling, shooting locations, and the cast and crew. The goal is to screen films that are inclusive, innovative, and invite audiences to experience a rich variety of languages and cultures.
EMIFF is recognized as one of the fastest-growing international film festivals in Europe, utilizing independent film to foster a creative community, allowing filmmakers to feel inspired, network, and thrive in this idyllic Mediterranean island paradise.
The Evolution Mallorca Festival brings together the brightest local and international minds in cinema in
Mallorca’s vibrant and culturally rich city of Palma.
For seven days, EMIFF’s program is curated to showcase a culturally diverse, inclusive, and provocative mix of feature films, short films, documentaries, music videos, films for children, experimental films, animation shorts, student films, and both a feature film and short film screenplay competition.
Festival highlights include:
The Cinematography Focus
The Producers Club
Women in Leadership Panel
Screenplay Lab
New Talent Focus
Film Talks
Masterclasses
Competitive screenings take place at some of the island's most stunning locations such as the Historic Teatre Principal, modern Palau de Congressos, the official festival hotel Portixol, Rialto Living and Cineciutat Cinema. EMIFF is an ideal venue for filmmakers to connect with industry professionals, speakers, and mentors, including Oscar winners Erik Messerschmidt, ASC, Melissa Leo, director Ruben Östlund, DP Ed Lachman, actor Mads Mikkelsen, director Isabel Coixet, and many more.
EMIFF is proud to be included in MovieMaker’s list of “TOP 50 Film Festivals Worth the Entry Fee” for eight consecutive years, as well as consistently appearing on the 100 Best Reviewed Film Festivals list on Freeway, ranking in the top 1.5% of over 10,000 film festivals and creative markets worldwide.
Cash Prizes: 4,000€
INTERNATIONAL FEATURE FILM
Film
Director
Cinematography (presented by Leitz)
DEBUT FEATURE FILM
Film
Director
Cinematography
INTERNATIONAL DOCUMENTARY FEATURE FILM
GOLDFINCH INNOVATION Award
BRIDGING BORDERS Award
INTERNATIONAL SHORT FILM FILM
Film
Director
Cinematography
New Talent (Debut Short Film)
Student Film
Film
MIB & International
SPANISH SHORT FILM
Film
MADE IN BALEARES SHORT FILM
Film
Cinematography
MADE IN BALEARES DOCUMENTARY FEATURE
MADE IN BALEARES DOCUMENTARY SHORT FILM
INTERNATIONAL DOCUMENTARY SHORT FILM
EXPERIMENTAL SHORT FILM
MUSIC VÍDEO
SCREENPLAY
Feature Film
Short Film
SCREENPLAY MADE IN BALEARES
Short Film
EMIFF TERMS OF USE
Failure to comply with EMIFF guidelines, rules, regulations, or eligibility may be cause for disqualification and result in having your film expelled from screening.
By submitting or entering your work to EMIFF you are admitting that you have read, understood, and agreed to follow our rules and regulations for festival submissions and to abide by our terms and conditions of service and our general festival rules and regulations.
By submitting or entering your work to EMIFF, entrants release its Board of Directors, Officers, Staff, and Volunteers harmless from and against all losses, damages, rights, claims, and actions of any kind arising in whole or in part, directly or indirectly, from participation with the competition or participation in any competition related activity.
By submitting to EMIFF you are granting EMIFF the rights to use screen grabs, press materials, and stills from your movie on our advertisements, press materials, festival programs, and website.
By submitting to EMIFF you are admitting that you are 18 years of age or older.
By submitting to EMIFF you are granting the right for EMIFF to screen your film publicly at the upcoming EMIFF edition.
By entering or submitting to EMIFF you acknowledge that you are not entitled to any refund or damage claims of any kind if your film is unable to screen due to technical or operational difficulties or if your film needs to be rescheduled or delayed for any reason.
MADE IN BALEARES films are PREFERRED TO BE Balearic Premiers.
EMIFF is not responsible for broken or non-functioning films, DCP's. In the case that your film gets selected for the official 2024 program, a final screening copy in the form of a DCP has to be delivered to the festival no later than 3 weeks before the opening night of the festival.
If your Film is selected as the OPENING NIGHT FILM you MUST provide a digital high-resolution file (.MOV or MPG4 – NO DCP). Non-Spanish language films must provide Spanish subtitles. All Spanish-language films must provide English subtitles.
If selected you need to provide:
1. DCP
2. Digital high-resolution file MOV or MPG4
3. Separate SRT. Subtitles file (If the film language is not Spanish all subtitles need to be in Spanish)
EMIFF does not pay screening fees.
All federal, state, and local laws and regulations apply.
EMIFF does not provide travel or housing.
Travel or hotel grants are provided by invitation only.
If you have any questions regarding our rules and regulations please contact us at sandra@evolutionfilmfestival.com.
Student Short Film (International & Made In Baleares)
Short Films 20'<
Fee-8%
PRO 18%
Early8€7.36€
6.56€
06 Mar 26
Standard10€9.2€
8.2€
08 May 26
Late15€13.8€
12.3€
12 Jun 26
Extended20€18.4€
16.4€
10 Jul 26
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EMIFF has a clear mission statement; BRIDGING CULTURES – BRIDGING PEOPLE. This can be reflected in the film's storytelling, the shooting locations, or the cast and crew. The idea is to screen films that are inclusive, diverse, and invite the audience to experience a variety of languages and cultures. Raw. Fresh. Edgy. Distinctive. These are the trademarks of EMIFF films. The selection committee looks for films with real compelling stories, a unique point-of-view, new ways of storytelling, and emotional range. IMPORTANT SUBTITLE INFORMATION: ALL NON-SPANISH DIALOGUE FILMS MUST PROVIDE SPANISH SUBTITLES. Subtitles must be attached to DCP, HD file. You cannot use any other discount code with this category. This is not for projects completed as a student. You must still be enrolled in school to qualify.
Documentary Feature Film
Short and Feature Films 90'<
Fee-8%
PRO 18%
Early45€41.4€
36.9€
06 Mar 26
Standard50€46€
41€
08 May 26
Late65€59.8€
53.3€
12 Jun 26
Extended80€73.6€
65.6€
10 Jul 26
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EMIFF has a clear mission statement; BRIDGING CULTURES – BRIDGING PEOPLE. This can be reflected in the film's storytelling, the shooting locations, or the cast and crew. The idea is to screen films that are inclusive, diverse, and invite the audience to experience a variety of languages and cultures. Raw. Fresh. Edgy. Distinctive. These are the trademarks of EMIFF films. The selection committee looks for films with real compelling stories, a unique point-of-view, new ways of storytelling, and emotional range. IMPORTANT SUBTITLE INFORMATION: ALL NON-SPANISH DIALOGUE FILMS MUST PROVIDE SPANISH SUBTITLES. Subtitles must be attached to DCP and HD back up file and provide also as separate SRT. Max. TRT 90min EMIFF Does not pay screening fees.
Music Video
Short Films 5'<
Fee-8%
PRO 18%
Early15€13.8€
12.3€
06 Mar 26
Standard20€18.4€
16.4€
08 May 26
Late25€23€
20.5€
12 Jun 26
Extended35€32.2€
28.7€
10 Jul 26
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Raw. Fresh. Edgy. Hip. Distinctive. These are the hallmarks of EMIFF programming films. The selection committee looks for Videos that feature real, compelling stories, a unique point-of-view, new ways of storytelling, great visuals and emotional range. Max. TRT 5min
Documentary Short Film
Short Films 30'<
Fee-8%
PRO 18%
Early30€27.6€
24.6€
06 Mar 26
Standard40€36.8€
32.8€
08 May 26
Late50€46€
41€
12 Jun 26
Extended60€55.2€
49.2€
10 Jul 26
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EMIFF has a clear mission statement; BRIDGING CULTURES – BRIDGING PEOPLE. This can be reflected in the film's storytelling, the shooting locations, or the cast and crew. The idea is to screen films that are inclusive, diverse, and invite the audience to experience a variety of languages and cultures. Raw. Fresh. Edgy. Distinctive. These are the trademarks of EMIFF Docs. The selection committee looks for films with real compelling stories, a unique point-of-view, new ways of storytelling, and emotional range. IMPORTANT SUBTITLE INFORMATION: ALL NON-SPANISH DIALOGUE FILMS MUST PROVIDE SPANISH SUBTITLES. Subtitles must be attached to DCP and HD back up file and provide also as separate SRT. Max. TRT 30min EMIFF Does not pay screening fees.
Short Film International
Short Films 30'<
Fee-8%
PRO 18%
Early30€27.6€
24.6€
06 Mar 26
Standard40€36.8€
32.8€
08 May 26
Late50€46€
41€
12 Jun 26
Extended60€55.2€
49.2€
10 Jul 26
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EMIFF has a clear mission statement; BRIDGING CULTURES – BRIDGING PEOPLE. This can be reflected in the film's storytelling, the shooting locations, or the cast and crew. The idea is to screen films that are inclusive, diverse, and invite the audience to experience a variety of languages and cultures. Raw. Fresh. Edgy. Distinctive. These are the trademarks of EMIFF films. The selection committee looks for films with real compelling stories, a unique point-of-view, new ways of storytelling, and emotional range. IMPORTANT SUBTITLE INFORMATION: ALL NON-SPANISH DIALOGUE FILMS MUST PROVIDE SPANISH SUBTITLES. Subtitles must be attached to DCP and HD back up file and provide also as separate SRT. EMIFF Does not pay screening fees. Max. TRT 30min
Screenplay Feature Film International (All)
Text Project 120p<
Fee-8%
PRO 18%
Early30€27.6€
24.6€
06 Mar 26
Standard40€36.8€
32.8€
08 May 26
Late50€46€
41€
12 Jun 26
Extended55€50.6€
45.1€
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Raw. Fresh. Edgy. Hip. Distinctive. These are the hallmarks of EMIFF Feature Screenplays. The selection committee and jury look for Scripts that feature real, compelling stories, a unique point-of-view. Stories about various cultures, religions and people blending. Stories about love, survival and adventure. Max.120 pages. SCRIPTS CAN BE SUBMITTED IN ENGLISH AND SPANISH.
Films For Kids
Short Films 20'<
Fee-8%
PRO 18%
Early15€13.8€
12.3€
06 Mar 26
Standard20€18.4€
16.4€
08 May 26
Late25€23€
20.5€
12 Jun 26
Extended30€27.6€
24.6€
10 Jul 26
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Films for Kids are really meant to be films for Kids ages 6 -13. We look for shorts that will inspire and entertain our younger audience, take them on a journey to foreign countries, cultures far away fantasy lands, kingdoms, underwater cities or castles in the sky. Stop-motion and animation is welcome! PLEASE NO VIOLENCE, SEX, GUNS, DRUGS or DEATHS. Thanks! All films MUST be subtitled in SPANISH! Max. TRT is 15min EMIFF DOES NOT PAY SCREENING FEES.
Made in Baleares Short Film
Short Films 30'<
Fee-8%
PRO 18%
Early20€18.4€
16.4€
06 Mar 26
Standard30€27.6€
24.6€
08 May 26
Late40€36.8€
32.8€
12 Jun 26
Extended45€41.4€
36.9€
10 Jul 26
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Short Films Made in the Balearic Islands.
EMIFF has a clear mission statement; BRIDGING CULTURES – BRIDGING PEOPLE. This can be reflected in the film's storytelling, the shooting locations, or the cast and crew. The idea is to screen films that are inclusive, diverse, and invite the audience to experience a variety of languages and cultures. Raw. Fresh. Edgy. Distinctive. These are the trademarks of EMIFF films. The selection committee looks for films with real compelling stories, a unique point-of-view, new ways of storytelling, and emotional range. IMPORTANT SUBTITLE INFORMATION: ALL NON-SPANISH DIALOGUE FILMS MUST PROVIDE SPANISH SUBTITLES. Subtitles must be attached to DCP, HD file.
Experimental Short Film
Short Films 20'<
Fee-8%
PRO 18%
Early15€13.8€
12.3€
06 Mar 26
Standard20€18.4€
16.4€
08 May 26
Late25€23€
20.5€
12 Jun 26
Extended30€27.6€
24.6€
10 Jul 26
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EMIFF has a clear mission statement; BRIDGING CULTURES – BRIDGING PEOPLE. This can be reflected in the film's storytelling, the shooting locations, or the cast and crew. The idea is to screen films that are inclusive, diverse, and invite the audience to experience a variety of languages and cultures. Raw. Fresh. Edgy. Distinctive. These are the trademarks of EMIFF Experimental films. The selection committee looks for films with real compelling stories, a unique point-of-view, new ways of storytelling, and emotional range. IMPORTANT SUBTITLE INFORMATION: ALL NON-SPANISH DIALOGUE FILMS MUST PROVIDE SPANISH SUBTITLES. Subtitles must be attached to DCP and HD back up file and provide also as separate SRT. Max. TRT 20min EMIFF Does not pay screening fees.
Made In Baleares Feature Film
Short and Feature Films >31' 120'<
Fee-8%
PRO 18%
Early45€41.4€
36.9€
06 Mar 26
Standard50€46€
41€
08 May 26
Late65€59.8€
53.3€
12 Jun 26
Extended70€64.4€
57.4€
10 Jul 26
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Feature Films made in the Balearic islands.
EMIFF has a clear mission statement; BRIDGING CULTURES – BRIDGING PEOPLE. This can be reflected in the film's storytelling, the shooting locations, or the cast and crew. The idea is to screen films that are inclusive, diverse, and invite the audience to experience a variety of languages and cultures. Raw. Fresh. Edgy. Distinctive. These are the trademarks of EMIFF films. The selection committee looks for films with real compelling stories, a unique point-of-view, new ways of storytelling, and emotional range. IMPORTANT SUBTITLE INFORMATION: ALL NON-SPANISH DIALOGUE FILMS MUST PROVIDE SPANISH SUBTITLES. Subtitles must be attached to DCP and HD back up file and provide also as separate SRT. EMIFF Does not pay screening fees. Max. TRT 120min
Documentary Feature International
Short Films >1' 30'<
Fee-8%
PRO 18%
Early30€27.6€
24.6€
06 Mar 26
Standard40€36.8€
32.8€
08 May 26
Late50€46€
41€
12 Jun 26
Extended60€55.2€
49.2€
10 Jul 26
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EMIFF has a clear mission: BRIDGING CULTURES – BRIDGING PEOPLE. This can be reflected in the film's storytelling, the shooting locations, and/or the cast and crew. The idea is to screen films that are inclusive, diverse, and invite the audience to experience a variety of languages and cultures.
Innovative, great stories. These are the trademarks of EMIFF films. The selection committee looks for films with compelling stories, a unique point-of-view, and emotional range.
ALL NON-SPANISH DIALOGUE FILMS MUST PROVIDE SPANISH SUBTITLES.
Subtitles must be inside to DCP and HD back up file and provide also as separate SRT.
Max. TRT 120min, EMIFF Does not pay screening fees.
Debut Feature Film
Short Films 30'<
Fee-8%
PRO 18%
Early20€18.4€
16.4€
06 Mar 26
Standard30€27.6€
24.6€
08 May 26
Late40€36.8€
32.8€
12 Jun 26
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41€
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This must be the directors very first Feature Film Directorial Debut. EMIFF has a clear mission: BRIDGING CULTURES – BRIDGING PEOPLE. This can be reflected in the film's storytelling, the shooting locations, and/or the cast and crew. The idea is to screen films that are inclusive, diverse, and invite the audience to experience a variety of languages and cultures. Innovative, great stories. These are the trademarks of EMIFF films. The selection committee looks for films with compelling stories, a unique point-of-view, and emotional range. We are open to any genre: Comedy, Drama, Romance, Thriller and Sci-fi. ALL NON-SPANISH DIALOGUE FILMS MUST PROVIDE SPANISH SUBTITLES. Subtitles must be inside to DCP and HD back up file and provide also as separate SRT. Max. TRT 120min, EMIFF Does not pay screening fees.
International Feature Film
Short Films >31' 120'<
Fee-8%
PRO 18%
Early30€27.6€
24.6€
06 Mar 26
Standard40€36.8€
32.8€
08 May 26
Late50€46€
41€
12 Jun 26
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49.2€
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EMIFF has a clear mission: BRIDGING CULTURES – BRIDGING PEOPLE. This can be reflected in the film's storytelling, the shooting locations, and/or the cast and crew. The idea is to screen films that are inclusive, diverse, and invite the audience to experience a variety of languages and cultures. Innovative, great stories. These are the trademarks of EMIFF films. The selection committee looks for films with compelling stories, a unique point-of-view, and emotional range. We are open to any genre: Comedy, Drama, Romance, Thriller and Sci-fi. ALL NON-SPANISH DIALOGUE FILMS MUST PROVIDE SPANISH SUBTITLES. Subtitles must be inside to DCP and HD back up file and provide also as separate SRT. Max. TRT 120min, EMIFF Does not pay screening fees.
Made In Baleares Docu Short
Short Films 35'<
Fee-8%
PRO 18%
Early25€23€
20.5€
06 Mar 26
Standard35€32.2€
28.7€
08 May 26
Late45€41.4€
36.9€
12 Jun 26
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41€
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Doc must be produced in the Balearic Islands. These are the trademarks of MIFF Docs. The selection committee looks for Docs with compelling stories, a unique point-of-view, and an emotional range. We love a unique leading character that takes us on a journey. Emotional connection is Key! MIFF has a clear mission: BRIDGING CULTURES – BRIDGING PEOPLE. This can be reflected in the film's storytelling, the shooting locations, and/or the cast and crew. The idea is to screen films that are inclusive, and diverse, and invite the audience to experience a variety of languages and cultures. If screened, we need a DCP and HD Digital backup file and a separate SRT file. Max. TRT 35min.
Screenplay Short Film International
Text Project 30p<
Fee-8%
PRO 18%
Early25€23€
20.5€
06 Mar 26
Standard35€32.2€
28.7€
08 May 26
Late45€41.4€
36.9€
12 Jun 26
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45.1€
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The selection committee looks for scripts that feature compelling stories and a unique point-of-view. Max.30 pages. SCRIPTS CAN BE SUBMITTED IN ENGLISH AND SPANISH.
Screenplay Short Film MADE IN BALEARES
Text Project 120p<
Fee-8%
PRO 18%
Early25€23€
20.5€
06 Mar 26
Standard35€32.2€
28.7€
08 May 26
Late45€41.4€
36.9€
12 Jun 26
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45.1€
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MADE IN BALEARES Screenplay Competition was created to discover scripts that tell stories that take place on a Mediterranean Island. The winning script will be optioned by a Mallorca-based production company with the possibility to be developed in Mallorca. Max 120 pages. Scripts can be submitted in ENGLISH and SPANISH language.
Best Cinematography Short Film
Short Films >1' 30'<
Fee-8%
PRO 18%
Early20€18.4€
16.4€
06 Mar 26
Standard30€27.6€
24.6€
08 May 26
Late40€36.8€
32.8€
12 Jun 26
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41€
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Short Films with extraordinary Cinematography.
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