Festival Internazionale del Cinema di Pompei (2)

Festival Start: 01 Juni 2026      Festival Ende: 07 Juni 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