EcoFrames Environmental Film Festival (1)

Festival start: 08 June 2025      Festival end: 30 September 2025

The EcoFrames Environmental Film Festival is more than a showcase; it’s a dynamic platform where art, activism, and environmental awareness converge. We are located in Greece. We present films exploring the intricate relationship between humanity and nature, tackling urgent themes like climate change, biodiversity loss, pollution, and sustainable living. We welcome submissions of both short and feature-length documentaries and fiction films that illuminate our planet's beauty, fragility, and the critical challenges we face. Our curated selection aims to challenge perspectives, deepen understanding, and empower audiences to act. All screenings are free and open to the public.

Utilizing the Solar Cinema Van (member of the Solar World Cinema network), EcoFrames and Kalamata creative Documentary Center brings environmental films directly to communities, transforming public squares, natural landscapes, forests, and beaches into captivating, open-air cinematic venues. This immersive approach fosters a profound connection with nature and broadens access for diverse audiences. Beyond screenings, we offer interactive experiences including panel discussions, workshops, and community-building events.

Accessibility is paramount at EcoFrames. All films are adapted for individuals with disabilities, featuring closed captions, audio descriptions, and, where appropriate, simplified language versions with dubbing. We strive to create an inclusive environment where everyone can engage with your powerful stories.

Our mission is to raise awareness, foster understanding of sustainability, and inspire action. We believe film possesses a unique power to ignite conversations, shift mindsets, and catalyze positive change. We extend our impact beyond the festival through year-round engagement via touring film series, educational programs, and digital platforms.

We are dedicated to inspiring the next generation to build a sustainable future. Through engaging programs like interactive workshops, youth filmmaking initiatives, and nature-focused activities, we nurture creativity, foster a connection with the natural world, and encourage informed advocacy, empowering young people to create a healthier planet.

Join EcoFrames and be part of a vibrant movement dedicated to protecting our planet. Together, we amplify the voices of environmental storytellers and create a lasting impact

For compelling narratives that transport us to new worlds and challenge our perspectives.

Best Feature Fiction
Best Short Fiction
Best Feature Documentary
Best Short Documentary

Special mentions for educational and films for kids

I. Eligibility & Submission Requirements:

Themes: Films must address environmental themes, including but not limited to:

Climate Change
Biodiversity Loss
Pollution (Air, Water, Land)
Sustainable Living
Renewable Energy
Conservation
Environmental Justice
Wildlife and Ecosystems
Environmental Activism
Human Impact on the Environment

Genres: We accept short and feature-length documentaries and fiction films.

Completion Date: Open to films completed within the past five years.

Premiere Status: No premiere status requirements.

Submission Materials: All submissions must include:

Clean screener link (without embedded subtitles)
Separate subtitle file (.srt format) in English. Films not originally in English must have English subtitles.

Film poster (high-resolution digital file)
At least three high-resolution stills/screenshots from the film
Director's biography (up to 100 words)
Director's photo (high-resolution digital file)
Director's statement (up to 250 words outlining the film’s environmental theme and message).
Submission Platform: Films must be submitted via Festhome. Ensure screener links and passwords remain active throughout the selection process.

Entry Fees: Submission fees are dependent of the submission platform.

Multiple Entries: Filmmakers may submit multiple films, each with a separate entry form and fee.

Accessibility: We encourage the submission of captioned and audio-described versions of films. Please indicate accessibility features on the submission form.

Online Views & Newsletter: By submitting, filmmakers agree to:

Provide at least 100 online views with free access for viewers geolocated in Greece and Cyprus.

Provide additional online screener access to broadcasters, jury members, and the festival team internationally.

Subscribe to the EcoFrames festival newsletter.

II. Selection & Screening:

Selection Process: A selection committee will review all submissions based on artistic merit, environmental relevance, and storytelling strength. Decisions are final and at the discretion of the EcoFrames team. Entry does not guarantee selection.

Notification: Filmmakers will be notified of selection status by (specified date). While the festival team will do its best to inform selected filmmakers of screening dates and times, the festival is not obligated to do so. All screening details will be published on the festival website.

Exhibition Format: Selected films will be screened digitally. Specific technical requirements for exhibition copies will be provided upon acceptance.

Screening Venues: Screenings will take place in a variety of locations, including the Solar Cinema Van, public squares, natural landscapes, and other community spaces. All screenings are free and open to the public.

III. Rights & Usage:

Filmmaker Rights: Filmmakers retain all rights to their films.

Promotional Use: By submitting, filmmakers grant EcoFrames non-exclusive rights to use excerpts (up to 3 minutes), stills, titles, and submitted materials for promotional purposes, including trailers, website, social media, and press kits.

Accessibility Adaptations: EcoFrames reserves the right to create accessible versions of selected films (closed captions, audio descriptions, simplified language) for exhibition purposes. Original versions will be prioritized whenever possible.

Archive: EcoFrames may retain a copy of selected films for archival purposes only.

IV. Financial Responsibilities & Other:

Screening Fees: EcoFrames does not pay screening fees. However, if the festival secures opportunities to collect screening fees, the submitter will be informed, and 30% of the earnings will be paid to the filmmaker.

Travel & Accommodation: While we strive to invite filmmakers to attend, EcoFrames is not obligated to cover travel or accommodation expenses.

Liability: EcoFrames, its staff, partners, and sponsors are held harmless from any liability arising from submitted films. Filmmakers are responsible for securing all necessary rights and clearances.

Rules Modifications: EcoFrames reserves the right to modify these rules and terms as needed.

V. Youth Engagement:

EcoFrames is committed to inspiring the next generation of environmental stewards through youth-focused programs and initiatives (details available on our website).

VI. Contact:

For questions or further information, please contact us ecoframesfestival@gmail.com

By submitting a film to EcoFrames Environmental Film Festival, filmmakers agree to abide by these rules and terms.