Festival start: 01 June 2026
Festival end: 07 June 2026
How It Began
Our Festival
With its first edition, the International Film Festival of Pompeii, conceived by Annarita Borelli (President of the Italian Cinema History Association) and artistically directed by the renowned Italian screenwriter, film producer, director, and writer Enrico Vanzina, presents itself as an event of international scope, ready to celebrate global cultural identity.
A unique experience that, by uniting past and present through the universal language of cinema, offers a profound взгляд into the cultures of the world, opening new horizons.
Mission and Values
Our Mission and Our Values
Mission
Our Mission
The mission of the Pompeii Film Festival is to inform, inspire, and unite people through the universal language of cinema.
Values
Our Values
We promote culture, creativity, and unity within the world of cinema.
A Unique Story
Our Story
Born from the idea of celebrating cultural identities, the Pompeii Film Festival has created a bridge between past and present, offering an unforgettable cinematic experience to an international audience.
Under the artistic guidance of Dr. Enrico Vanzina and the project management of Attorney Annarita Borelli, President of the Italian Cinema History Association APS, the International Film Festival of Pompeii announces itself as a major international event, with the anticipated participation of prominent figures from Italian cinema such as Ferzan Özpetek, Matteo Garrone, and Paolo Sorrentino.
The official presentation, scheduled for December 19, 2024, foreshadows a 2025 edition rich in opportunities for dialogue, screenings, and debates, promising to enrich both the spirit and the heart of cinema lovers.
Awards Ceremony:
The final evening with the award ceremony will be broadcast live on RAI TV
Submission fees are non-refundable.
Selected works will be announced on the official festival website by April 15, 2026.
Submission to the Festival implies full acceptance of the regulations and of the Jury’s decisions, which are final and not subject to appeal.
Call for Feature Films
The International Film Festival of Pompeii invites directors and producers to submit feature films that explore national and international cinematic stories. Selected works will be screened during the next edition of the festival.
Eligibility Requirements
Running time: Minimum 40 minutes
Production: Films produced in any country and in any language; an Italian-subtitled version is required if the original language is not Italian.
Submission Details
Call opening: February 1, 2026
Earlybird deadline: February 15, 2026, 11:59 PM CET
Regular deadline: February 28, 2026, 11:59 PM CET
Late deadline: March 15, 2026, 11:59 PM CET
Procedure: Complete the submission form available on Festhome and upload the film according to the provided instructions.
Award: Best Feature Film
Call for Short Films
The International Film Festival of Pompeii invites directors and producers to submit short films that explore national and international cinematic stories, offering a platform for emerging voices and innovative narratives.
Eligibility Requirements
Running time: Maximum 40 minutes
Production: Films produced in any country and in any language; an Italian-subtitled version is required if the original language is not Italian.
Submission Details
Call opening: February 1, 2026
Earlybird deadline: February 15, 2026, 11:59 PM CET
Regular deadline: February 28, 2026, 11:59 PM CET
Late deadline: March 15, 2026, 11:59 PM CET
Submission Fees
€20 (Earlybird)
€30 (Regular)
€40 (Late)
Procedure: Complete the submission form available on Festhome and upload the film according to the provided instructions.
Award: Best Short Film
Features Films Competition
Short and Feature Films >40'
Fee-8%
Early30€27.6€
15 Feb 26
Standard40€36.8€
28 Feb 26
Late50€46€
15 Mar 26
Submissions deadline
15 Mar 26
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2.4€
Submit
Call for Feature Films The Pompeii International Film Festival invites directors and producers to submit feature films that explore national and international cinematic histories.
Selected works will be screened during the next edition of the festival.
Short Films Competition
Short Films 40'<
Fee-8%
Early20€18.4€
15 Feb 26
Standard30€27.6€
28 Feb 26
Late40€36.8€
15 Mar 26
Submissions deadline
15 Mar 26
Save up
1.6€
Submit
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Festhome holds accountable fees festivals by holding the payment of the fees of most newer festivals until they have viewed the submissions, held their festivals and other methods. 