Bitcoin FilmFest 2026 (4)

영화제 시작: 04 6월 2026      영화제 끝: 07 6월 2026

Bitcoin FilmFest 2026, hosted since 2023 in Warsaw, Poland, welcomes filmmakers, artists, technologists, and curious visitors for four days of screenings, conversations, concerts, and social events.

Notable films this year include “Bitcoin Executor,” “Finding Satoshi,” “Unbanked,” multiple shorts and new AI-driven contest, alongside an open stage for pitches, workshops on storytelling, and evenings filled with music and good company. More than a festival, it’s a meeting point for the Bitcoin community’s ideas and stories - probably the biggest cultural event for Bitcoin subculture. Get your tickets now!


- Palace of Culture and Science, Warsaw, Poland

- June 4–7, 2026

- Tickets: [bitcoinfilmfest.com/bff26](https://bitcoinfilmfest.com/bff26)


**What to expect:**

- ~7–13 curated films (including premieres)
- AI films competition
- Best community of global bitcoiners
- Filmmaker Q&As, panels, open mic
- Live music + DJs
- Workshops (film, Bitcoin, storytelling)
- Pitch stage with prizes & grants
- Networking breakfasts, riverside hangs & Warsaw tours
- Artist gallery
- AI SHORTS CONTEST — win up to 2.5M sats - Create a short film about the future of money using AI - Finalists screen live in Warsaw - Deadline: May 31 - https://ordain.art/bff26


A cultural spark in the world of Bitcoin. 4 days. 1 city. 210 seats.


Come for the films — stay for the vibe. Let’s unfiat the culture.
https://bitcoinfilmfest.com/bff26

Best Movie
Best Story
Best Short
Audience Choice

Bitcoin FilmFest welcomes short and feature films, as well as trailers and teasers, as long as they resonate with authentic storytelling, freedom, and truth.

Film submission guidelines

Thank you so much for bringing your movie to this year’s edition of Bitcoin FilmFest (BFF26). We’re excited to share it with our audience and will treat it with the same care and passion you’ve put into creating it.

At BFF, we focus on providing the best possible experience, from side events to — of course — the screenings and all related activities.

To help achieve a smooth projection, here are some guidelines for you to follow.

Submission deadline: May 15, 2026
Decision by: May 30, 2026

The deadline allows us to do dry runs to ensure a seamless play during the final screening.

By submitting your film, you confirm that you hold the necessary rights for public screening, and that all music, images, and other content are fully cleared for use. By providing us with trailers, press shots, stills, and other related materials, you consent to their use for our marketing and promotional purposes.

Submission Process
Please send all materials to Festhome.

If you have any issues with submission, don’t hesitate to contact us at [info@bitcoinfilmfest.com].


General film submission requirements
Film format:

Preferred containers: .mov or .mp4
Preferred frame rate: 24fps, 30fps


Video codec: h.264 or Apple ProRes422

Audio codec: PCM or AAC with a preferred bitrate of 320 Kbit/s and a sampling rate of 48 kHz.

Resolution: At least 1080p (1920x1080 pixels, 16:9 aspect ratio); 1440p (2K) and 2160p (4K) are supported as well.

Bitrate:
1080p resolutions: minimum 8,000 kbps
1440p (2K) resolutions: minimum 16,000 kbps
2160p (4K) resolutions: minimum 30,000 kbps

File size and quality:
Preferred low compression settings for high-quality files.

Ensure that video and audio are multiplexed into a single file to avoid synchronization issues.

Subtitles:
Provide English subtitles in .srt format, ensuring they are accurately timed to match the film's FPS (frames per second).

Additional materials:

Official synopsis: Short (200 characters), medium (600 characters), and long (up to one page). Will be used in our media for the informational and promotional purposes of your film
Director's biography: A brief bio in English.

Film stills: At least five high-resolution images from the film, not behind-the-scenes shots.

Press kit: Include a press pack with production details, behind-the-scenes photos, and promotional materials like posters (high-resolution JPG or PDF).


Contact:
info@bitcoinfilmfest.com