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IN THE PALACE International Short Film Festival

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Founded in 2003, IN THE PALACE International Film Festival is dedicated to short films and audiovisual arts. Originating as a competitive forum for student films, it is now a recognized platform for expression of both young artists and experienced professionals. Among the oldest in the Balkans, it is the only professional short film festival in Bulgaria.

IN THE PALACE ISFF is a Goya Awards qualifying festival and an Academy Awards®/OSCAR® qualifying festival for shorts in the categories of Best Animation, Best Fiction, Best Documentary, and Best National Film. IN THE PALACE ISFF is a member of the international network of festivals and institutions serving the short film sector – the Short Film Conference.

IN THE PALACE ISFF annually launches the last weekend of June and for [...]



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Published: 04 Aug 2026
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VIII Al Este Film Festival

Deadline: 15 Sep 2026

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Al Este is a festival coming out from the french festival A l'Est du Nouveau. Present in Colombia since 2018, the mission of the festival is to promote film culture of the other Europe, that relegated to independent circuits, owning however, an invaluable wealth and tradition. Thus, Al Este - Colombia seeks to spread the filmography of Central and Eastern Europe into a profitable cultural exchange with South America.

 Fiction  Documentary  Animation



Bogotá - Medellín, Colombia



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Published: 04 Aug 2026
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CINEMA FESTIVAL OF HUANUCO

Deadline: 12 Sep 2026

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ACAS HUÁNUCO E.I.R.L., in coordination with the *Asociación Cultural Amigos por Siempre* (recognized as a "Cultural Hub" [Punto de Cultura] under Directorial Resolution No.
0143-2020/MC) and with the support of the Ministry of Culture of Peru, invites audiovisual creators, producers, film students, cultural institutions, and the general public to participate in the 13th Huánuco Film Festival 2026 (FENACI 2026).

The festival will take place in various free-access cultural spaces across the city of Huánuco—including streets, parks, and main squares—as well as in different provinces within the Huánuco department and in regions bordering it. The initiative aims to decentralize access to cinema, foster audience development, and strengthen the growth of both Peruvian and [...]

 Fiction  Documentary  Animation



HUANUCO, Peru



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Logo of Algeciras Fantastika
Published: 02 Aug 2026
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Algeciras Fantastika

Deadline: 30 Sep 2026

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Algeciras Fantástika is a multidisciplinary cultural event specialized in matters of fantastic nature, suspense, terror and science fiction, organized by Algeciras City Council and the University of Cadiz.

 Fiction  Documentary  Animation  Fantastic  Terror



Algeciras, Spain



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Logo of FICRELONCAVI
Published: 01 Aug 2026
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FICRELONCAVI

Deadline: 31 Aug 2026

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The Reloncaví International Film Festival (FICRELONCAVÍ) is a cinematic event organized by the Fundación Cinematográfica del Territorio Sur de Chile, created with the aim of strengthening the circulation of independent cinema, promoting new perspectives on territories, and contributing to audience development in the Los Lagos Region.

Its first edition will take place from November 12 to 15, 2026, in the city of Puerto Montt, featuring a programme that brings together national and international films, cultural mediation activities, educational initiatives, filmmaker encounters, and community screenings across a variety of cultural and educational venues throughout the region.

FICRELONCAVÍ defines itself as a festival of "Cinema from the Edge", a curatorial approach that brings [...]

 Fiction  Documentary  Animation  Fantastic  Terror



Puerto Montt, Chile



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Published: 01 Aug 2026
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NaNo Film Market

Deadline: 31 Aug 2026

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NaNo Film Market is the industry section of the NaNo Film Festival 2026, now in its second edition, designed to guide authors and producers from project development through to their encounter with the audiovisual market. The program is structured into two parallel tracks:

- NaNo Development Lab, dedicated to 6 unreleased short films (3 Fiction, 3 Documentary) in the writing phase, featuring intensive training and a pitching day in front of producers and distributors; each selected project may be represented by up to two people, in any combination of director, screenwriter, and producer;

- Industry Showcase, reserved for short films in advanced post-production or already completed (5 in total) seeking festival distribution or rights acquisition from sales agents, buyers, and [...]

 Fiction  Documentary  Animation  Fantastic  Terror  Other



Napoli, Italy



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Logo of Tracce Cinematografiche Film Fest
Published: 31 Jul 2026
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Tracce Cinematografiche Film Fest

Deadline: 31 Mar 2027

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The Film Tracks Film Fest wants to be a meeting point between fans of filmic language, propose quality works.

A special prize will go to a short film about the MEDITERRANEAN.

We love Cinema and how we want to spread it.

 Fiction  Documentary  Animation  Fantastic  Terror  Other  Experimental  Music Video



Nettuno, Italy



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Published: 30 Jul 2026
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Guatapé Film Fest

Deadline: 25 Sep 2026

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The GUATAPÉ FILM FEST is an international film festival that promotes the circulation, screening, and dialogue surrounding cinema, strengthening exchanges among creators, audiences, and regions from one of Colombia’s most iconic cultural landscapes.

Through its official competitions, curated screenings, educational programs, industry events, and public engagement activities, the Festival promotes the diversity of contemporary cinema, fosters the discovery of new voices, and contributes to the strengthening of the national and international film sectors.

As part of its fourth edition, GUATAPÉ FILM FEST officially opens this call for entries and invites individuals and organizations involved in the creation, production, distribution, exhibition, and circulation of films to [...]

 Fiction  Documentary  Animation  Fantastic  Terror  Other  Experimental  Music Video



Guatapé , Colombia



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Published: 30 Jul 2026
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Prix Philoxenia

Deadline: 17 Dec 2026

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Prix Philoxenia – The Short Film Competition on Hospitality
What if a simple short film could change the way we see others?

The Prix Philoxenia invites young people aged 12 to 24 to share their vision of hospitality through a 1-to-5-minute film: welcoming others, reaching out, overcoming differences, and creating connections. Whether social, cultural, intergenerational, sporting, religious, or linked to migration, hospitality lies at the heart of the stories that bring us together.

Open to both first-time and experienced filmmakers, the competition is accessible to everyone: a simple smartphone is all you need to take part. Entries can be submitted individually, as a group, or as part of a school or educational institution project.

Six awards (Jury and Audience Awards across [...]

 Fiction  Documentary  Animation  Fantastic  Terror  Other  Experimental  Music Video



Paris, France



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Published: 29 Jul 2026
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Teror film fest

Deadline: 01 Sep 2026

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The “Teror Film Fest” festival is establishing itself on the Canary Islands scene with a “TERRIFYING” cultural offering, dedicated exclusively to horror films.

https://www.terorfilmfest.com/

Best Short Film Award: €1000 + Statuette

Best Actor Award: €500

(More awards may be added or expanded later depending on new sponsorships)

Requirements

The short film must be between 10 and 30 minutes long.

Production date after January 1, 2024.
Horror theme.

This is an excerpt from the rules. Please consult the full call for entries for complete information.

 Fiction  Documentary  Animation  Fantastic  Terror  Other  Experimental  Music Video



Teror, Spain



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Published: 29 Jul 2026
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HALLNAYWOOD International Short Film Festival

Deadline: 21 Sep 2026

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The Hallnaywood Festival is a must-attend film event dedicated to short films, held every year in Aulnay-sous-Bois. The festival showcases the creativity of both emerging and established filmmakers from around the world, offering audiences a diverse selection of short films across all genres.

The 2026 edition will mark a major milestone in its history with the celebration of its 10th edition. This anniversary edition represents ten years of commitment to cinema, the discovery of new talent, and the sharing of a common passion for short films. It will be an opportunity to celebrate the journey so far, highlight the filmmakers who have shaped the festival, and offer the audience an even more ambitious program, filled with standout moments and unique encounters.

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 Fiction  Documentary  Animation  Fantastic  Terror  Other  Experimental  Music Video



Aulnay sous bois , France



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