Badalona Indie Fest (1)

Festival start: 15 December 2026      Festival end: 15 December 2026

Badalona Indie Fest is more than just a film festival; it is a creative ecosystem. It was born with the goal of serving as a bridge between emerging filmmakers and independent writers, creating a space where the script and the image share the same spotlight.

In a world dominated by big algorithms, we bet on local authenticity, the young talent from Badalona’s schools, and the unique vision of independent authors.

THE EVENT:

When: December, 15. 2026 (taking advantage of the year-end cultural atmosphere).

Where: Ocine Cinemas - Màgic Badalona. A professional setting that allows creators to see their works where they always dreamed: on the big screen.

Audience: Film and literature students, local creators, industry professionals, and independent culture lovers.

WHY IN DECEMBER AND AT THE MAGIC?
December is the month for reflection and closing cycles. While other festivals look outward, Badalona Indie Fest looks inward: toward the talent that is already in our streets and schools. Màgic Badalona offers the perfect infrastructure (comfort, technology, and accessibility) to transform a simple showcase into a top-tier cinematic experience.

Independent Filmmakers: Screening of short films and experimental pieces that challenge conventional norms.

Real Networking: A meeting point at Màgic Badalona for writers to find directors and for directors to find stories.

Educational Focus: Active participation of schools and institutes in Badalona, promoting visual literacy directly from the classrooms.

Rules & Terms | Badalona Indie Fest

1. General Eligibility
Badalona Indie Fest (BIF) is open to independent filmmakers, screenwriters, and students from all over the world.

All films and scripts must be the original work of the authors.

Short films must have a maximum duration of 30 minutes (including credits).
Short Scripts 30 pages
Feature Scripts +30 pages.
Documentary 0 to 180 minutes
Feature Film 60 to 180 minutes.

2. Submission Categories
Independent Short Film: Any genre (Fiction, Documentary, Animation, Experimental).

3. Language & Subtitles
Films in languages other than English, Spanish or Catalan must include burned-in English, Spanish, or Catalan subtitles.

Scripts must be submitted in English, Spanish, or Catalan.

4. Selection & Screenings

Selected films will be screened at Ocine - Màgic Badalona in December 2026.

High-quality digital files (ProRes or H.264) will be required for the theatrical screening.

5. Promotional Consent & Social Media Policy
By submitting your project to Badalona Indie Fest, you agree to the following promotional terms:

Featured Promotion: To support independent creators, we provide digital promotion for all submitted projects (not just the official selection) on our official Instagram account.

Usage Rights: Upon submission, you grant Badalona Indie Fest the non-exclusive right to publish your Project Poster, Director/Author Name, and Synopsis on our social media platforms and website for promotional purposes.

Visual Material: We may use short clips (up to 30 seconds) or stills from submitted films for festival trailers or social media "spotlights."

Goal: Our mission is to build a community and help every filmmaker gain visibility within the indie circuit.

6. Copyright & Legal
The filmmaker/writer remains the sole owner of the copyright.

By submitting, the participant declares they hold all necessary rights (including music, talent releases, and third-party content) for the public screening of the work.

Badalona Indie Fest is not responsible for any legal disputes regarding unauthorized content within the submitted works.

7. Fees & Refunds
Submission fees are non-refundable.

Fees contribute to the venue costs and the digital promotion of all participants.

8. Premieres & Online Availability
We believe that every film deserves its audience, regardless of where it has been shown before. Therefore:

No Premiere Requirements: We do not require any territorial premiere (World, International, or Spanish Premiere). Your project is eligible even if it has been screened at other festivals or events.

Online Eligibility: Projects that are already available online (YouTube, Vimeo, VOD, or social media) are fully eligible for submission and screening.

No Production Date Limit: We do not have a "completion date" restriction. Whether your project was finished yesterday or five years ago, if it’s a story worth telling, we want to see it.

9. By registering the project you accept these rules.