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14.5$
Fictional films running 40 minutes or longer. Open to all genres that prioritize compelling storytelling and strong character development.
11 Jun 2025
Aufruf zu Einschreibungen
14 Jun 2025
Frühe Frist
01 Okt 2025
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01 Nov 2025
Späte Frist
01 Dez 2025
Verlängerte Frist
3
Monate
07 Dez 2025
Benachrichtigungsdatum
27 Dez 2025
28 Dez 2025
Festival Start: 27 Dezember 2025 Festival Ende: 28 Dezember 2025
The Storyteller Universe is a global celebration of cinema that honors the soul of storytelling. Rooted in the belief that stories can transform lives, our festival shines a light on bold, original voices from every corner of the world.
We welcome all forms: narrative features, shorts, documentaries, experimental, animation, and web series that reflect powerful storytelling, emotional depth, and creative vision. Whether you are a first-time filmmaker or a seasoned creator, if your story has something to say, this is your stage.
Our mission is to build an inclusive, accessible platform where fresh talent meets opportunity. Selected films will receive widespread recognition, with press coverage, virtual showcases, and awards in categories like Best Feature, Best Short, Breakthrough Storyteller, and Audience Choice.
We are not just a festival. We are a movement. A universe where your voice matters, your story counts, and your film inspires.
Submit your work and become part of The Storyteller Universe, where stories live forever.
- Grand Jury Prize – Best Film of the Festival
- Audience Choice Award (Voted by festival attendees)
- Best Feature Film
- Best Short Film
- Best Documentary Feature
- Best Documentary Short
- Best Experimental Film
- Best Animated Film
- Best Micro Short
- Best Director
- Best Screenplay (Produced & Unproduced)
- Best Actor & Best Actress
- Best Cinematography
- Best Editing
- Best First-Time Filmmaker
- Diversity & Inclusion Award
- Best Student Film
- Best Music Video
- All genres & styles are welcome (except for extreme violence, hate speech, or inappropriate content).
- Submissions must be in English or have English subtitles.
- Filmmakers can submit multiple projects, but each requires a separate entry.
- Films must be in high-resolution format (MP4, MOV, or DCP for theatrical screening).
- Films that have premiered in other festivals can still be submitted.
- If selected, filmmakers must provide promotional materials (poster, trailer, behind-the-scenes images).
- Submission fees are non-refundable.
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01 Dez 25
Fictional films running 40 minutes or longer. Open to all genres that prioritize compelling storytelling and strong character development.
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Fictional films under 40 minutes. Perfect for storytellers who make an impact in a limited timeframe.
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Non-fiction films 40 minutes or longer that explore real stories, issues, or individuals with depth and perspective.
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Non-fiction films under 40 minutes that inform, inspire, or challenge audiences with real-world content.
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Films that push the boundaries of traditional storytelling through form, technique, or subject. Open to all durations.
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Animated films of any length, genre, or style, including 2D, 3D, stop-motion, or mixed media.
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Series of at least two episodes, each under 30 minutes. Can be narrative, documentary, or experimental.
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Films made as part of an academic program. Proof of student status may be requested. Open to all genres and lengths.
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Original music videos with a strong visual narrative or concept. All musical genres welcome.
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For directors submitting their first-ever short or feature film. A celebration of bold new voices.
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Films directed by women, across all genres and lengths. Empowering underrepresented talent in cinema.
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Films that address social, environmental, or humanitarian issues. Projects that aim to inspire action or awareness.
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Films that explore LGBTQ+ themes, identities, or stories, whether through fiction, non-fiction, or experimental work.
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Films that highlight South Asian culture, characters, heritage, or creators. Open to global submissions with a South Asian focus.
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Compact storytelling in five minutes or less. Great for punchy, poetic, or experimental concepts.
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Films shot 100% on mobile devices. Creativity is key, not budget.
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Narratives that thrill, scare, or psychologically unsettle. All subgenres within horror or suspense welcome.
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Films that entertain and bring laughter—whether light-hearted, dark, satirical, or absurd.
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Imaginative stories that explore futuristic, supernatural, or otherworldly themes and worlds.
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This category is for films created using artificial intelligence tools in any part of the process—scriptwriting, voice, visuals, editing, or animation. Open to both experimental and narrative works, as long as AI plays a meaningful creative role.
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