Catharsis Film Festival (9)

Festival start: 20 November 2026      Festival end: 29 November 2026

The International Film Festival «Catharsis» will be heldfrom November 21 to November 30 at more than 15 venues (cultural centers, film clubs and libraries) in several Russian cities: Moscow, St. Petersburg, Ekaterinburg, Penza, Vladimir, Novosibirsk, Pskov, Vladivostok, Arkhangelsk, Novogorelovo, Leningrad region. Zheleznogorsk of the Krasnoyarsk Territory and Zaozersk of the Murmansk region.

Part of the film screenings and awards will be held in a large modern cinema hall in St. Petersburg.

The festival contributes to the strength of morality in the audience.

The tasks of the film festivals are also to support of the cinematographers and the popularization of cinematography in the regions.

Every film, videoclip or public service announcement that is chosen will be shown at several venues. The festival accepts films of any genre. There will be separate programs for films on human rights, films for children and screenings, films for up to 120 seconds. We also accept Music Videos, public service announcements, and posters.

The Festival is in place to raise part of the funds for moral films by the Catharsis film company. Part of the funds will cover organizational expenses and some money will be sent to charitable funds for sick children.

All participants will receive original laurels and electronic diplomas, the winners will also receive trophies, diplomas and gifts from partners.

- Best Feature film
- Best Short film
- Best Film about teachers and mentors
- Best Documentary films
- Best Film about human rights
- Best Film for children
- Best Adaptation
- Best Animation film
- Best Music Video
- Best Public service announcement
- Best Film and video up to 120 seconds
- Best Trailer/Teaser
- Best Poster/Photo

All participants will be able to read a lot of feedback from the audience.

Semifinalists receive laurels to promote their films..

1. Accepted Feature films (any themes and genres) from 60 minutes, short films (any themes and genres) to 40 minutes. In other categories (except for films up to 150 seconds), films and public service announcements of any duration are accepted.The film can be from any year of production.

2. The Festival is open to filmmakers from all over the world.

3. You can submit as many films as you wish.

4. We accept films produced any year.

5. We accept films already released in internet, we understand filmmakers need to promote their work.

6. Submission fee won’t be refunded if you decide to withdraw your film from the festival whether your film is selected or not.

7. Films not in Russian are accepted with English subtitles. Russian films are allowed without subtitles.

8. You can only send an application for entry through the platform Festhome.com

9. All rights (including music, scripts and other) must be reserved. The creators of the film are fully responsible for the observance of rights.

10. By sending an application you give consent to allow us to process your data and show your work for non-commercial purposes as part of the festival.