Love & Hope International Film Festival (6)

Festival Start: 01 Oktober 2025      Festival Ende: 04 Oktober 2025

Event Date: October 1 - 4, 2025 - Venue: Cinema Maldà, Carrer del Pi, 5, (C.P. 08002 Barcelona - Spain) Multiples Venues stay tuned!

Venue 2: Comediarte Theater, Carrer d’Ausiàs Marc, 143, cerca del Arco de Triunfo

Love & Hope International Film Festival - Barcelona (L'HIFF) invites both emerging and established filmmakers, from all over the World to take part in film experience, based in the most glamorous location in Europe.

We offer you the opportunity to attend industry events, masterclasses, workshops, guest speaker talks, film premieres, financing advisers, director Q&A’s recorded, film screenings and network with like-minded creators.

4 days cinematic fest, providing an unique platform for filmmakers to meet, network and do business, supported by our diverse team of professionals. All CROWNED, with a fabulous Gala Night on Saturday Oct 4 th 2025, 21:00h when the winners will be announced.

We have the right people and skills to make IT happen. We want to provide you with expertise and help your movie to be seen internationally.

Be bold, be glamorous and send us your art. It all can begin for you here, at Love & Hope International Film Festival - Barcelona (L'HIFF) 2025 Edition.

Certificates, Medals and Trophies.
All awarded filmmakers will get special discounts in renting facilities for their next film production in Barcelona, Spain.

This year, there are the more than 40 categories that exist in the Love & Hope International Festival. We are excited to share with you the following information about the prizes that include economic endowment and licenses from companies in the filmmaking world. Some highlights include licenses from Final Draft and economic endowment from the production Rodartin S.L. .

Stage 32 is the Official Networking and Education Partner of Love & Hope International Film Festival – Barcelona, Spain.

Best Feature Film
Best LGBTQ Feature Film
Best Horror Feature Film

Best International Short Film
Best Spanish Short Film
Best LGBTQ Short Film
Best Horror Short Film
Best European Short Film
Best Animation Short Film
Best Sci-Fiction Short Film
Best Experimental Short Film
Best Drama Short Film
Best Inspirational Short Film
Best American Short Film

Best Documentary Feature Film:
Best Documentary Short Film

Best Screenplay In A Feature Film
Best Script in a Short Film
Best Script Short
Best Screenplay Feature

Best Cinematography in a Feature Film
Best Cinematography in a Short Film

Best Editing In A Feature Film
Best Editing In A Short Film

Best Musical Video Film

Best Score In A Feature Film
Best Score In A Short Film

Best Director In A Feature Film
Best Director in a Short Film

Best Actor In A Feature Film
Best Actor In A Short Film
Best Supporting Actor In A Feature Film

Best Actress In A Feature Film
Best Actress In A Short Film
Best Supporting Actress In A Feature Film

Best WebSeries - Series

Honorable Mentions: 5

Honorable Awards for Celebrities
AWARDS: 35

**** Please read our Rules & Terms carefully before proceeding:

Understanding the festival’s structure, expectations, and screening conditions is essential. By reviewing the Rules & Terms, you’ll know exactly what is required to participate, how selections are handled, and what responsibilities come with being part of the Love & Hope International Film Festival. This ensures full transparency and avoids any misunderstandings later on.

Main Rule for Screening Eligibility:
The festival will only screen films with representatives present at the event in Barcelona - Spain. If no representative is available, the film will remain selected but will only be showcased online. Priority for screenings is given to films with representatives attending the festival, including local filmmakers from Spain.

Rule: Timely Filmmaker Engagement and File Submission
As part of our commitment to running a well-organized and professional festival, filmmakers are required to stay engaged and respond promptly to all communication. This includes submitting files, attendance forms, and other requested materials by the stated deadlines.

Failure to meet these deadlines may result in your film being excluded from the schedule, as we cannot make adjustments once the final program is locked. It is the filmmaker's responsibility to provide the necessary materials on time. After the deadlines have passed, no further accommodations can be made.

STUDENTS: We are proud to support student filmmakers worldwide by offering a discounted submission fee. However, if you submit your film under the student category, you must be prepared to provide valid proof of your student status upon request. Failure to do so will result in your film being removed from the selection, nominations, and schedule, as it constitutes a violation of our terms and rules.

Late Submissions and Screening Limitations:

If you submit your film within two months of the festival’s start date, please note that selected films will primarily be scheduled for online screenings due to constraints with the finalized in-person schedule. While we will make every effort to accommodate your film for an in-person screening if space becomes available, this cannot be guaranteed. Please keep this in mind when submitting close to the festival date.

Nominations Eligibility for Late Submissions:

Films submitted within one month of the festival’s start date may still be selected for screening ONLINE only but will not be eligible for nominations in any award categories. This is to ensure fairness and allow adequate time for the selection committee to review all submissions thoroughly.

We encourage filmmakers to submit their projects as early as possible to ensure the best possible experience at the festival.

We appreciate your understanding and cooperation in ensuring a successful festival experience for everyone.

Love & Hope International Film Festival - Barcelona (L'HIFF)
By submitting your film, you agree that Love & Hope International Film Festival - Barcelona (L'HIFF) can use parts of your film (including trailer/teaser/film poster/Stills) for promotional purpose.
To submit a film, you must have created the project yourself, own the rights or have permission from the owner of the content to submit the film to us, you are entitled of that responsibility and you as a filmmaker YOU ARE RESPONSIBLE FOR ALL THE RIGHTS OF YOUR FILM.

PLEASE READ THE RULES BELOW THOROUGHLY BEFORE SUBMITTING:
You must fully comply with these Entry Rules & Regulations, including all deadlines, film length, entry material and other requirements
Love & Hope International Film Festival - Barcelona (L'HIFF) will review films in their entirety. Films will be watched and reviewed by members of the Selection Committee; a professional group of filmmakers, film enthusiasts and critics. Films are scored accordingly.
ALL FILMS THAT MAKE THE FINAL SELECTION ARE REQUIRED TO SEND US A DCP or H.264 (We will let you know what format we need from your film) FORMAT OF THEIR FILM TO US VIA WETRANSFER (Best) OR ANY LINK THAT WE CAN DOWNLOAD THEIR FILES FROM. 
 

IMPORTANT RULE: In the event that a filmmaker is unable to provide a DCP (Digital Cinema Package) format, which is typically expected for screening at L'HIFF (Love & Hope International Film Festival), the festival reserves the right to withdraw the film from the scheduled screening and instead include it in the Online section. It is essential that DCPs are sent by the specified deadline provided by the festival. Failure to comply with the submission requirements may result in the festival's right to remove the film from the screening schedule.

DCP Delivery Policy:

All selected films must comply strictly with the DCP delivery requirements as outlined in our communications. DCPs that exceed the specified size must be sent by post to the official venue, and no exceptions will be made. Failure to follow the DCP instructions regarding file size, naming conventions, and delivery method will be considered a breach of festival regulations and may result in disqualification. We will not adapt, reformat, or troubleshoot DCPs that do not follow the required guidelines. This rule is final and non-negotiable. Please read carefully and ensure your technical team or post-production partner adheres to it.

At the (Love & Hope International Film Festival), DCPs are typically requested 2 or 3 months prior to the festival's launch. To ensure a smooth process, multiple reminders will be sent to filmmakers. We kindly request all participants to ensure they can provide the proper DCP format within the specified timeframe. Your cooperation in adhering to these guidelines will greatly contribute to the success of the festival and the seamless presentation of your film.

1. Entries in foreign languages must come with Spanish - English subtitles (This is an International Film Festival English Rules).
2. All entries must have been completed AFTER 2023
3. Any film submitted to the L'HIFF/ BCN can be re-submitted at any time for a second chance.
4. Works in progress are accepted.
5. You must own or be given all of the rights to anything you submit to the festival.
6. Multiple entries are allowed. You can submit more than one film to the same category. But keep in mind the entry fee must be paid for each one.
7. At our discretion, we may choose to transfer a film to the correct category, but only if the appropriate level of submission fee has been paid.
8. A screening committee determines which films shall be exhibited, submissions are not guaranteed to be shown. All decisions of the committee are final. Except for the audience award, separate juries select festival winners
9. After a film has been an official selection, the filmmaker will be notified.
10. Winners will be presented with their awards during the L'HIFF Awards Ceremony Gala, which will take place at the festival on OCTOBER 4 th 2025 20:00H DINNER + PHOTOCALL - Barcelona Spain Time.
11. Submissions are NON-refundable. We cannot be held liable for materials which are lost or damaged.
12. We totally retain the right to change the date and venue of the festival under special circumstances. All filmmakers will be informed about any changes through our online website + platforms or email.
13. If your film is selected by our festival, you automatically agree that we may use images from your project for marketing purposes for our festival. If you do not agreed, and do not consent to give us promotional rights to your material, please let us know with a call or via email; and then we will withdraw your film from the promotion of our festival. If we do not receive any notification from you within 48 hours after your film is selected, we will assume that you agree this policy.
14. The festival will not pay any fee for screening a film.
15. The festival WILL NOT cover any filmmaker expenses. Please note that you will be entirely responsible for your airfare, accommodation, and other travel-related costs. The Gala Awards Dinner is a ticketed event with a fee, and each attendee is required to cover their own dinner reservation cost.

Attending the Gala Awards Dinner is not mandatory. However, please remember that seating priority will always be given to guests who have purchased tickets. If the event reaches full capacity, we will not be able to accommodate additional attendees — even if you are a nominee.

If the event does not reach full capacity, free seats may be offered at the back of the Gala venue, but this is very unlikely and cannot be confirmed until the last minute. This is simply how we operate the awards, and we strongly encourage you to secure your ticket in advance to guarantee your place at the event.

16. The Festival will only screen films with representatives of the same. If not, it will continue to be selected, but will go online. The priority is for those who are at the Festival (Including Local Filmmakers).

Attendance Rule: If a filmmaker has confirmed their attendance at the festival and then fails to appear without prior notice or communication, their film is likely to be removed from the schedule. This measure ensures fairness, allows us to give space to filmmakers who are truly present, and makes room for valuable Q&As with the audience.

17. Students- Please submit to the proper category - Graduate, College, High School or younger and supply a student ID.
18. Before submitting your projects to Love & Hope International Film Festival (L'HIFF), we kindly requested that you carefully read and familiarize yourself with our festival's terms and rules. As part of our commitment to maintaining a respectful and positive environment, L'HIFF retained the right to unselect any film, even if it had been nominated, if we found any form of disrespect towards our festival.

Your cooperation in adhering to our guidelines was greatly appreciated, and we were delighted to have celebrated the magic of cinema with you.

By submitting your film to L'HIFF, you acknowledge that the film submission fee does not guarantee acceptance, and no refund will be provided if your film is not selected.

Furthermore, please be informed that films that have been selected or nominated can also be removed from our festival if they exhibit disrespect towards our festival or fail to comply with the guidelines, rules, and terms mentioned.

Data Protection (GDPR – EU)
In compliance with Regulation (EU) 2016/679 of the European Parliament and of the Council (GDPR) and with Organic Law 3/2018 on the Protection of Personal Data and guarantee of digital rights, participants are informed that the personal data provided will be incorporated into a file under the responsibility of Rodartin S.L. (CIF B67385344), organizer of the festival, with registered address at Calle Faraday, 105 - P. 2 PTA. 2, 08224 Terrassa, Spain.

The purpose of this data processing is to manage participation in the festival, including informative, logistical, and promotional communications related to the event. Data will not be transferred to third parties unless legally required or expressly authorized by the data subject.

Participants may exercise their rights of access, rectification, erasure, restriction, portability, and objection by sending a written request to Rodartin S.L. at the postal address above or by email to info@rodartin.com, including a copy of their identification document.

Participation in the festival implies acceptance of this data protection policy.