Village talkies international film festival (2)



Scadenze

01 mag 2026
Inizio delle iscrizioni

31 mag 2026
Scadenza iniziale

30 giu 2026
Scadenza standard

25 lug 2026
Scadenza finale

31 lug 2026
Scadenza finale

25 ago 2026
Data della notifica

26 set 2026
27 set 2026

Indirizzo

Kottayam ,  686577, Kottayam , Kottayam , India


Descrizione del Festival
Festival del lungometraggio >60' 180'<


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 Documentario
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 Posizione fisica
 gennaio 2025
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 Lungometraggi  >60' 180'<
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Inizio del Festival: 26 settembre 2026      Festival si chiude: 27 settembre 2026

Proudly presented by Village Talkies Entertainments, the Village Talkies International Film Festival ( VTIFF ) is a premier celebration of global cinema and diverse storytelling. We are deeply committed to discovering and elevating unique voices, compelling narratives, and innovative visual artistry from creators across the world.

Our festival serves as a vibrant platform for both emerging and established filmmakers, offering a global stage to showcase their passion and talent. Whether you are an international auteur crafting a sweeping feature or an independent artist telling profound regional stories, Village Talkies International Film Festival ( VTIFF ) is the perfect destination for your cinematic vision.

Join us in our journey to bring exceptional global cinema to the forefront. Submit your film today and become a part of the Village Talkies community!

The Village Talkies International Film Festival is dedicated to recognizing outstanding cinematic achievements. All selected films will receive an official festival laurel. Winners will be honoured with an official certificate, a custom trophy, and an award laurel.

Cash prizes and trophies will be awarded to the first, second, and third place winners of the 'All in One' category at the VTIFF Signature Awards.

Main Category Awards

Best International Feature Film

Best Director

Best Screenplay

Best Cinematographer

Best Editor

Best Music Director

Best Sound Design

Best Action Choreographer

Best Actor

Best Actress

Best Supporting Actor

Best Supporting Actress

Best Child Actor

Best Child Actress

Best Comedian

Best Anti Hero

VTIFF Signature Package

First Time Film Maker

First Time Film Maker Under 18 Years

Best Women Director

Best AI Feature Film

Best Animation Film

Best Experimental Film

Best Horror Film

Best Environment Feature Film

Best Children's Feature Film

Best Family Feature Film

Best Thriller Feature Film

Best Science Friction Feature Film

Best Sports Feature Film

Best Action Feature Film

Best Folklore Feature Film

Best Social Awareness Feature Film

Best Indian Regional Films

Best Hindi Feature Film

Best Poster Design

Best Trailer


Special Jury Mention - Best International Film
This special award is handpicked by our jury to honor an outstanding international film that brings a unique global perspective and exceptional storytelling to the Village Talkies International Film Festival.

Special Jury Mention - Best Indian Film
Celebrating the magic and soul of Indian cinema! This Special Jury Mention highlights an Indian film that captivated our panel with its authentic voice, cultural depth, and powerful execution. A true tribute to the vibrant and diverse landscape of filmmaking in India.

Special Jury Mention - Best Indian Regional Film
India's true cinematic beauty lies in its diverse regions! This Special Jury Mention highlights an exceptional Indian regional film that deeply moved our panel with its rooted narrative, linguistic richness, and powerful execution. A beautiful tribute to the localized heartland stories of India.

Rules & Terms for Village Talkies International Film Festival

(General Eligibility)


All submissions must be completed and submitted exclusively through festhome.

Films must be submitted to the correct category. The festival team reserves the right to reassign a film to a more appropriate category if necessary.

All non-English language films must include clear and legible English subtitles.

The festival accepts films from filmmakers of all backgrounds and experience levels from anywhere in the world.


(Submission Guidelines)

Submission fees are non-refundable under any circumstances.

Filmmakers may submit multiple projects, but each entry must be submitted separately with its own applicable entry fee.

Please ensure that your online or downloadable screener link (e.g., Vimeo, YouTube, Google drive) and password remain active and accessible until the final notification date

We do not accept physical media (DVDs, Blu-rays, or USB drives) for the initial submission process.

Trailers must not exceed 3 minutes in length. Please ensure your submission is in a high-quality video format (MP4 or MOV) with clear audio.

Please submit your poster in high-resolution JPEG or PNG format (minimum 300 DPI).


(Rights and Clearances)

By submitting to the Village Talkies International Film Festival, the submitter guarantees that they hold all necessary rights, licenses, and clearances (including music, archival footage, and talent releases) for the film.

Village Talkies Entertainments and the festival organizers are not responsible or liable for any copyright infringement, legal disputes, or claims arising from the submitted work.

Village Talkies International Film Festival ( VTIFF ) will not be responsible for damaged copies.

The filmmaker grants the festival the right to use short excerpts, trailers, posters, and still images from the submitted film for promotional and marketing purposes across our website and social media platforms.


(Selection and Notification)

All submissions are reviewed by our official programming committee. The decisions of the committee are final.

Selected filmmakers will be notified via festhome or email on or before the official notification date.

Due to the high volume of entries, we are unable to provide individual feedback or critiques for films that are not selected.


(Annual Mega Event & Screening Requirements)

Our film festival operates on a Semi-annual basis. The officially selected films from all categories will be screened at a one day mega event scheduled for September 20, 2026, at cultural event centre, CMS college, Kottayam. For the final theatrical screening, filmmakers of the selected movies must submit their DCP (Digital Cinema Package) / High Quality (MOV/MP4) via digital transfer (download link/email) or physical courier once the official announcement is made.


(Legal Jurisdiction)

Any legal disputes or claims arising in connection with the festival submission will be subject to the exclusive jurisdiction of the courts in Kerala, India.



























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