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Ravenheart International Film Festival (9)

Deadlines

03 Aug 2026
Call for entries

30 Oct 2026
Early deadline

12 Feb 2027
Standard deadline

05 Mar 2027
Late deadline

02 Apr 2027
Extended deadline

7
mths

09 Apr 2027
Notification date

26 May 2027
30 May 2027

Address

Dronningens Gate 16, 0105, Oslo, Oslo, Norway

Festival description

Short film festival 40'<

Feature film festival >41'

Festival requirements

Film festival

Fiction

Documentary

Animation

Fantastic

Terror

Experimental

Music Video

Other

Genres

Any Theme

Has submission fees

International Festival

Physical Location

January 2025

Production countries: Any

Shooting countries: Any

Director nationalities: Any

Debut Films

School projects

Short Films 40'<

Feature Films >41'

AI Tools

Any language

Subtitles
English

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English

Festival description (Edition: 9)

Festival start: 26 May 2027 Festival end: 30 May 2027

Welcome to the 9th Annual Ravenheart International Film Festival (RIFF), taking place in the vibrant heart of Oslo, Norway!

As Norway's only film festival dedicated exclusively to fantastic cinema, RIFF is unique in Scandinavia.

Our mission is to connect domestic and international filmmakers through the universal language of film. While we celebrate all forms of cinema, we place a special emphasis on fantastic genres, including Sci-Fi, Horror, Fantasy, Thriller, Dark Comedy, and more. RIFF is not just a festival; it is a vibrant gathering for filmmakers, cinema lovers, and creative weirdos to unite, share their passions, and revel in the captivating world of genre films.

We warmly invite submissions from all genres as we strive to showcase the finest work from around the globe. Our live event will provide an enriching experience for everyone involved. We also encourage aspiring filmmakers and students to come together, inspire each other, and elevate their storytelling craft.

As we approach this year's event, please visit our website for the latest information and updates. (www.ravenheartfilmfestival.com)

If you are passionate about high-quality genre films and want to join the Northern Flock, now is the time! Submit your film, pack your bags, leave your nest, and FLOCK ON over to Norway!

We are the FLOCK...

WE ARE RAVENHEART!

Prizes and qualifications

RAVENHEART TROPHY:

Festival Choice Award
Best Feature Film
Best Short Film
Best Horror Short Film
Best Sci-Fi/Fantasy Short Film
Best Dark Comedy
Best Animation

CERTIFICATE AWARD:

Best Beyond Fantastic
Best Student
Best Micro-Short
Best Documentary
Best Music Video
Best Director
Best Actor
Best Actress
Best Cinematography
Best Special Makeup FX

Rules

TERMS AND CONDITIONS FOR ENTRY SUBMISSION:

Films submitted must have been completed after January 1, 2025.

We will notify you by April 9th, 2027, if your film is officially selected. Please ensure your email and contact information are correct and up to date on Festhome.

All films delivered after April 23rd, 2027, will be considered for the following year's festival unless otherwise negotiated in advance.

All entries officially selected grant Ravenheart the right to use footage from the screener and trailer.

You also grant RIFF permission to screen your film at the event and use any material sent to us for Ravenheart's promotional purposes without constraints.

Physical screeners, such as DCP or Blu-ray, will not be returned (unless further negotiated; please don't send us your master copy).

They must arrive at least two weeks before the event and be postmarked well before.

Feature Films

Short and Feature Films >41' 135'<

Fee

-8%

PRO 33%

Early 25$ 23$ 16.75$ 30 Oct 26

Standard 45$ 41.4$ 30.15$ 12 Feb 27

Late 50$ 46$ 33.5$ 05 Mar 27

Extended 60$ 55.2$ 40.2$ 02 Apr 27

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Submissions deadline
02 Apr 27

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Do you have a feature film that falls under Fantasy, Horror, Sci-Fi, Fantastic, Dark Comedy, Action, Thriller, etc.? Send us anything that is 41 minutes and above, and we'll take a look!

Short Films

Short Films >6' 40'<

Fee

-8%

PRO 33%

Early 20$ 18.4$ 13.4$ 30 Oct 26

Standard 40$ 36.8$ 26.8$ 12 Feb 27

Late 50$ 46$ 33.5$ 05 Mar 27

Extended 55$ 50.6$ 36.85$ 02 Apr 27

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02 Apr 27

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Do you have a short film that falls under Fantasy, Horror, Sci-Fi, Fantastic, Dark Comedy, Action, Thriller, etc.? Send us anything that is 40 minutes and below, and we'll take a look!

Student Films

Short and Feature Films >1' 135'<

Fee

-8%

PRO 33%

Early 15$ 13.8$ 10.05$ 30 Oct 26

Standard 35$ 32.2$ 23.45$ 12 Feb 27

Late 40$ 36.8$ 26.8$ 05 Mar 27

Extended 45$ 41.4$ 30.15$ 02 Apr 27

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Submissions deadline
02 Apr 27

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Are you a student with a film that falls under Fantasy, Horror, Sci-Fi, Fantastic, Dark Comedy, Action, Thriller, etc.? Send us anything that is feature, short, or micro short, music video, etc., and we'll take a look! Please provide your student proof of your current studies or valid student ID.

Documentary Films

Short and Feature Films >5' 135'<

Fee

-8%

PRO 33%

Early 25$ 23$ 16.75$ 30 Oct 26

Standard 40$ 36.8$ 26.8$ 12 Feb 27

Late 45$ 41.4$ 30.15$ 05 Mar 27

Extended 50$ 46$ 33.5$ 02 Apr 27

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Submissions deadline
02 Apr 27

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Do you have a genre-themed documentary that tells a fantastic story? Themes include Fantastical, Fantasy, Horror, Sci-Fi, Fantastic, Comedy, Action, Thriller/Suspense, Occult, etc.. Submit it here, and we'll take a look! Short and Feature Documentaries are to be submitted here.

Animated Films

Short and Feature Films >1' 135'<

Fee

-8%

PRO 33%

Early 20$ 18.4$ 13.4$ 30 Oct 26

Standard 40$ 36.8$ 26.8$ 12 Feb 27

Late 50$ 46$ 33.5$ 05 Mar 27

Extended 55$ 50.6$ 36.85$ 02 Apr 27

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02 Apr 27

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Do you have an animated film? Submit it here, and we'll take a look! Short and Feature animations are to be submitted here. Student animations can be submitted here or under our student category.

Music Videos

Short Films >1' 10'<

Fee

-8%

PRO 33%

Early 15$ 13.8$ 10.05$ 30 Oct 26

Standard 35$ 32.2$ 23.45$ 12 Feb 27

Late 40$ 36.8$ 26.8$ 05 Mar 27

Extended 45$ 41.4$ 30.15$ 02 Apr 27

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02 Apr 27

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We want to see your music videos, primarily if they are rooted in fantastical genre themes.

Micros Short Films

Short Films >1' 6'<

Fee

-8%

PRO 33%

Early 15$ 13.8$ 10.05$ 30 Oct 26

Standard 35$ 32.2$ 23.45$ 12 Feb 27

Late 40$ 36.8$ 26.8$ 05 Mar 27

Extended 45$ 41.4$ 30.15$ 02 Apr 27

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Submissions deadline
02 Apr 27

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Made a micro short film that falls under Fantasy, Horror, Sci-Fi, Fantastic, Dark Comedy, Action, Thriller, etc.? Send us anything six minutes and below, and we'll take a look!

Nordic Films

Short and Feature Films >5' 135'<

Fee

-8%

PRO 33%

Early 15$ 13.8$ 10.05$ 30 Oct 26

Standard 35$ 32.2$ 23.45$ 12 Feb 27

Late 40$ 36.8$ 26.8$ 05 Mar 27

Extended 45$ 41.4$ 30.15$ 02 Apr 27

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Submissions deadline
02 Apr 27

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Did you make a Fantasy, Horror, Sci-Fi, Fantastic, Dark Comedy, Action, Thriller, etc. film, and are you a filmmaker from one of the listed countries? (Norway, Sweden, Denmark, Finland, Iceland & the Faroe Islands) If so, you can submit your work here.

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