Festival start: 18 October 2023
Festival end: 24 October 2023
Evolution Mallorca International Film Festival enters its 12th edition, with a clear mission statement; BRIDGING CULTURES – BRIDGING PEOPLE. This is 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.
EMIFF is recognized as one of the fastest-growing international film festivals in Europe, using independent film to shape a creative community, allowing filmmakers to feel inspired, network, and thrive in this idyllic Mediterranean island paradise.
THE hub for networking, EMIFF brings together the brightest local and international minds in cinema in Mallorca’s buzzing and the culturally rich city of Palma. For seven days and six nights, EMIFF’s program is curated to showcase a culturally diverse, inclusive and provocative mix of feature films, short films, documentaries, music videos, films for kids, experimental films, animation shorts, student films and a feature film and short film screenplay competition as well as a re installed VR section.
With competitive screenings unfolding at the most striking island locations, EMIFF is an ideal place for filmmakers to rub shoulders with industry professionals at the festival’s Producers Club, Pitch Forum, and workshops, with the opportunity to win prizes worth up to 25,000€ across the 16 awards categories sponsored by local production company MN STUDIOS. EMIFF’s Made In Baleares section presents films produced and directed by the most talented filmmakers from the Balearic Islands.
EMIFF is proud to be part of MovieMaker’s list “TOP 50 Film Festivals Worth The Entry fee” five years in a row, as well as appearing continuously on the 100 Best Reviewed Film.
A total of 25.000€ worth of In-Kind Grants from MN Studios.
(Production & Equipment rental house in Palma de Mallorca) and 4,000€ in Cash prizes.
Best Feature film, 5,000€ inKind Production Grant from MN Studios
+ 1,000€ Cash Prize from EMIFF
Evolutionary Island Award 5,000€ (Best Feature Film Filmed in the Balearic islands)
Production Grant from MN Studios
+ 1,000€ Cash Prize from EMIFF
Best Int. Live Action Short 3,000€ inKind Production Grant from MN Studios
+ 500€ Cash Prize from EMIFF
Best Documentary Feature 4,000€ inKind Production Grant from MN Studios
+ 500€ Cash Prize from EMIFF
Best Documentary Short 3,000€ inKind Production Grant from MN Studios
+ 500€ Cash Prize from EMIFF
Best Made in Baleares Live Action Short, 3,000€ inKind Production Grant from MN Studios
+ 500€ Cash Prize from EMIFF
Best Music Video 2000€ inKind Production Grant from MN Studios
No Cash prize
Festival Awards:
Best Feature Film
Best Cinematography Feature Film
Best Director Feature Film
Best 1st Time Director Feature Film
Best Short Live Action
Best Documentary Short Live Action
Best Actor (For Feature Film)
Best Actress (For Feature Film)
Best Documentary Feature
Best Documentary Short
Best Short film Made in Baleares
Evolutionary Island Award (Best feature film filmed in the Balearic islands)
Best Music Video
Screenplay competition
Best Feature Film Screenplay International
Best Short Film Screenplay International
Best Feature Film Screenplay "Island"
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 it’s 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 for a minimum of 12 months preceding and following the festival year you submitted in.
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 preferably are Balearic Island premiers. All MADE IN BALEARES films run in competition.
EMIFF is not responsible for broken or non-functioning films, DCP's. In the case that your film gets selected for the official 2022 program, a final screening copy in form of a DCP has to be delivered to the festival no later than 3 weeks before the opening night of the festival.
Every officially selected film with non-Spanish dialogue MUST provide a DCP with Spanish subtitles.
If your Film get's to be 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.
SUBTITLES NEED TO BE INCRUSTED AND SYNCHED TO THE FINAL SCREENING COPY.
THE FESTIVAL DOES NOT TRANSLATE/PRODUCE OR EDIT SUBTITLES OF ANY KIND.
If selected you need to provide:
1. DCP (With subtitles inside DCP)
2. Digital high-resolution file MOV or MPG4 (One clean version "no Subtitles" and one subtitled version)
3. Separate SRT. Subtitles file
EMIFF does not pay any screening fees.
All federal, state and local laws and regulations apply.
EMIFF does not provide travel or housing.
Travel & Hotel grants are provided by invitation only.
if you any questions regarding our rules and regulations please contact us: evolutionfilmfestival@gmail.com
We look forward to receiving your film!
Student Short Films
Short Films 20'<
Fee-8%
PRO 18%
Early15€13.8€
12.3€
03 Mar 23
Standard20€18.4€
16.4€
05 May 23
Late25€23€
20.5€
09 Jun 23
Extended30€27.6€
24.6€
07 Jul 23
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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€
03 Mar 23
Standard50€46€
41€
05 May 23
Late65€59.8€
53.3€
09 Jun 23
Extended80€73.6€
65.6€
07 Jul 23
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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.
International Feature Film
Short and Feature Films 120'<
Fee-8%
PRO 18%
Early45€41.4€
36.9€
03 Mar 23
Standard50€46€
41€
05 May 23
Late65€59.8€
53.3€
09 Jun 23
Extended80€73.6€
65.6€
07 Jul 23
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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 FOR FEATURE FILMS: 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 100min EMIFF Does not pay screening fees.
Music Video
Short Films 5'<
Fee-8%
PRO 18%
Early15€13.8€
12.3€
03 Mar 23
Standard20€18.4€
16.4€
05 May 23
Late25€23€
20.5€
09 Jun 23
Extended40€36.8€
32.8€
07 Jul 23
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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€
03 Mar 23
Standard40€36.8€
32.8€
05 May 23
Late55€50.6€
45.1€
09 Jun 23
Extended70€64.4€
57.4€
07 Jul 23
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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.
International Short Film
Short Films 30'<
Fee-8%
PRO 18%
Early30€27.6€
24.6€
03 Mar 23
Standard40€36.8€
32.8€
05 May 23
Late55€50.6€
45.1€
09 Jun 23
Extended70€64.4€
57.4€
07 Jul 23
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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 Competition Feature Film
Script / Pitch 120p<
Fee-8%
PRO 18%
Early30€27.6€
24.6€
03 Mar 23
Standard40€36.8€
32.8€
05 May 23
Late55€50.6€
45.1€
09 Jun 23
Extended60€55.2€
49.2€
07 Jul 23
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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%
Early25€23€
20.5€
03 Mar 23
Standard35€32.2€
28.7€
05 May 23
Late45€41.4€
36.9€
09 Jun 23
Extended55€50.6€
45.1€
07 Jul 23
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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%
Early45€41.4€
36.9€
03 Mar 23
Standard50€46€
41€
05 May 23
Late60€55.2€
49.2€
09 Jun 23
Extended70€64.4€
57.4€
07 Jul 23
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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.
Animation Short Films
Short Films 30'<
Fee-8%
PRO 18%
Early30€27.6€
24.6€
03 Mar 23
Standard40€36.8€
32.8€
05 May 23
Late50€46€
41€
09 Jun 23
Extended60€55.2€
49.2€
07 Jul 23
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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 30min EMIFF Does not pay screening fees.
First Time Feature Film Director
Short and Feature Films >31' 120'<
Fee-8%
PRO 18%
Early20€18.4€
16.4€
03 Mar 23
Standard30€27.6€
24.6€
05 May 23
Late40€36.8€
32.8€
09 Jun 23
Extended50€46€
41€
07 Jul 23
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This must be the directors very first Feature Film Directorial Debut. 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 FOR FEATURE FILMS: 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 120min EMIFF Does not pay screening fees.
Experimental Short Films
Short Films 20'<
Fee-8%
PRO 18%
Early30€27.6€
24.6€
03 Mar 23
Standard40€36.8€
32.8€
05 May 23
Late50€46€
41€
09 Jun 23
Extended60€55.2€
49.2€
07 Jul 23
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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€
03 Mar 23
Standard50€46€
41€
05 May 23
Late65€59.8€
53.3€
09 Jun 23
Extended70€64.4€
57.4€
07 Jul 23
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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
Short Films >1' 30'<
Fee-8%
PRO 18%
Early20€18.4€
16.4€
03 Mar 23
Standard30€27.6€
24.6€
05 May 23
Late40€36.8€
32.8€
09 Jun 23
Extended50€46€
41€
07 Jul 23
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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€
03 Mar 23
Standard30€27.6€
24.6€
05 May 23
Late40€36.8€
32.8€
09 Jun 23
Extended50€46€
41€
07 Jul 23
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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%
Early35€32.2€
28.7€
03 Mar 23
Standard45€41.4€
36.9€
05 May 23
Late55€50.6€
45.1€
09 Jun 23
Extended65€59.8€
53.3€
07 Jul 23
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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.