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HARD:LINE International Film Festival

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HARD:LINE International Film Festival aims to present the various faces of extreme cinema.

The question as to what is meant by the term “extreme” can be understood by looking at the content of our wide selection of fantastic films. “Extreme” is often defined by an explicit splatter aesthetic but it can also be represented by unusual story-telling methods or an exotic visual language. Thus, we are meticulously selecting such examples that could be important in the future of the genre. We have not set any boundaries in our search and whether a film is a pearl of the independent scene, fun splatter or no-brainer, H:LIFF loves special films!

HARD:LINE International Film Festival is no warehouse festival where the priority is to show as many films as possible but rather [...]



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Published: 26 Jan 2023
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The Arctic International Film Festival ’Golden Raven’

Deadline: 28 Feb 2023

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The Arctic International Film Festival "Golden Raven" is being held annually on the territory of the Chukotka Autonomous Region and is the professional competitive screening of cinematic works from around the world. The dates of the festival are agreed annually.

The 10 Arctic International Film Festival "Golden Raven" will take place from March 30 - April 12, 2026.

The festival sets its goals and objectives as following:

• search and promotion of the best modern films related to the Arctic and reflecting various aspects of life in this region;

• attracting the attention of the public and professional community to the topics relevant to the Arctic including ecology, interethnic relations, the continuity of generations, the preservation of traditions and culture, etc.;

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Anadyr, Russia



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Logo of International Student Film Festival 2026 Opavský Páv
Published: 17 Jan 2023
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International Student Film Festival 2026 Opavský Páv

Deadline: 20 Mar 2023

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13th Annual International Student Film Festival 2026 Opavský páv

Opavský páv is an International Student Film Festival in Opava.

Opavský páv is a project of Institute of Movie, Television and Broadcast Creation at the Faculty of Philosophy and Science in Opava.

Festival is a nonprofit, entrance to all screenings is free.

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Opava, Czech Republic



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Published: 08 Jan 2023
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Duemila30 - International Film Festival & Experience

Deadline: 31 Mar 2023

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Duemila30 is the biggest international gathering on social impact storytelling for emerging international filmmakers. Each year, over 100 young talents from all over the world meet for four days of screenings, workshops and meet-ups in Milan (Italy).

Duemila30 is much more than a film festival; conceived as a platform for the advancement of social impact storytelling, Duemila30 is permeated by a unique atmosphere, made of young filmmakers from all over the world, international movie industry professionals, social and environmental activists and the young and passionate staff.

In addition, by joining Duemila30 Festival in Milan from the 27th to the 30th of June 2024 you will forever become part of our community and have access to:

Production grants (for your future projects)
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Milan, Italy



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Published: 02 Dec 2022
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African Indigenous Language Film Festival (Ailff)

Deadline: 01 Feb 2023

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AILFF’25 invites filmmakers across Africa and the diaspora to submit films for its 3rd edition. This festival celebrates stories in African indigenous languages, focusing on cultural heritage, inclusion, and advocacy—especially for people with Down Syndrome and neurogenetic conditions

This year, AILFF’25 highlights films that depict the experiences of people with Down Syndrome, using cinema as a catalyst for empathy and social change.

The festival calls on filmmakers to illuminate overlooked narratives and foster dialogues on inclusivity. Participants will experience engaging screenings, panel discussions, and workshops, led by filmmakers and advocates focused on language, identity, and accessibility.

Join us in Nigeria to help safeguard Africa’s linguistic richness, amplify [...]

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Lagos, Nigeria



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Published: 17 Nov 2022
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Festival de Málaga

Deadline: 15 Jan 2023

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1. OBJECTIVES

The objectives of Festival de Malaga are to disseminate and promote Spanish films and their general cultural sphere. In this sense, the Festival is also a platform for Latin American film productions. Its functions include hosting an event for the different professional sectors of films in Spanish (construed as films produced in Spain and all of Latin America, including Brazil) to boost their development and promote international sales.

Festival de Málaga is recognized by the International Federation of Film Producers' Associations (FIAPF) (www.fiapf.org).

In compliance with these objectives, the 29th Edition of Festival de Málaga will be held from 6th to 15 th March 2026.

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Málaga, Spain



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Published: 12 Nov 2022
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Zinegoak BILBAO LGTBIQA+ FILM FEST

Deadline: 31 Dec 2022

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Zinegoak is organized by Zinegoak Association and will take place in the city of Bilbao, Spain, June 2026.

All films which have an approach to sexual and gender diversity and LGTBQ+ families, which have been produced after January 1st, 2024 and never had been broadcasted or commercially released in Basque Country.

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Bilbao, Spain



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Published: 06 Nov 2022
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Breaking Walls Dance Films

Deadline: 15 Nov 2022

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Open call for filmmakers!

Be part of the 5th edition of Breaking Walls Dance Films and submit your film now.

Breaking Walls Dance Films (BWDF) is the first Dance Film Festival in Egypt and the Region.

BWDF is an international event showcasing the best in dance film from around the world, which will take place in Cairo, in January 2026. We will host a special program of dance films alongside the festival's various programs of workshops and live performances.

Knowing that the application will be no later than November 15, 2025.


ON THE SIDELINES OF THE FESTIVAL:

- We welcome documentaries and feature films to be shown on the sidelines of the festival, provided that these films are dance-related.

- If the film includes non-English narration, English subtitles are required. [...]

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Cairo, Egypt



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Published: 23 Oct 2022
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Muestra de Cine Internacional de Palencia

Deadline: 23 Dec 2022

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The Palencia International Films Festival is organised by the Association Friends of the film and the Popular University of Palencia.

This edition is number 35, and during all these years, our philosphy has been considering cinema a tool of development and social cohesion.

Our festival colaborates with the Spanish Cinema Academy, and its a qualifyer festival for the GOYA shortfilm Awards.

In addition, the short film awarded the first prize by the jury at the MCIP (the Milagros Alcalde Award) will go directly to the Short List finalist of the FUGAZ Awards, making up the short list of films that will then be evaluated for nomination by the commission that awards these prizes each year.

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Palencia, Spain



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Published: 13 Oct 2022
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Filmserè - Festival Internacional de Curtmetratges de La Florida

Deadline: 31 Dec 2022

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At the beginning of June 2026, the neighborhood of La Florida will host the 8th edition of FILMSERÈ – International Short Film Festival of La Florida. This project is conceived by the students of the Cinema course at the Institut Eduard Fontserè, in L'Hospitalet de Llobregat, with the guidance of teachers and professionals connected to the world of cinema and with the collaboration of local residents, social entities and associations, among others.

This is an event organized by people from the neighborhood for people from the neighborhood, where the rest of the community from L'Hospitalet, Barcelona and beyond are also invited! It is an international festival, featuring short films received from all over the world, supported by the Integral Plan Les Planes-Blocs Florida of the [...]

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L'Hospitalet de Llobregat, Spain



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Published: 13 Oct 2022
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MI PRIMER FESTIVAL

Deadline: 15 Dec 2022

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2026 CALL FOR ENTRIES

My First Festival #11 - Solar Edition
A film festival to imagine sustainable futures from childhood

My First Festival (MPF) is the first international film, audiovisual, and new technologies festival for children and youth in Peru. We sow a love of cinema as a tool for social transformation through audiovisual and media literacy. Working with, by, and for children, as agents of change, allows us, through a coordinating role, to contribute to the development of society.

Our cross-cutting theme is part of the Universal Declaration of Human Rights (UDHR) and the Convention on the Rights of the Child (CRC), using a community-based approach to build a sustainable present and future with a positive social impact.

MPF invites you to participate in its 11th [...]

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Lima, Peru



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