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TAF • Thessaloniki Animation Festival

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TAF, Thessaloniki Animation Festival is an international Animation Festival in Greece which promotes the art of animation through its annual gathering in October. The festival was founded, established and directed by ADDART; a non profit organization that "adds" art & culture everywhere. The creators of the festival are artists themselves, filled with love for the art of animation. Based in the heart of Thessaloniki, TAF aims to encourage and promote all aspects of creativity by hosting local as well as international events and activities for kids and adults alike!

TAF is the only Animation festival in town and every year it grows bigger. We like to showcase innovating films, guests, workshops and Master Classes to Thessaloniki in a great venue and award them for their [...]



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Published: 30 Jul 2026
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Gateshead International Film Festival

Deadline: 14 Apr 2027

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International Festival

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Feature film festival

The Gateshead International Film Festival (GIFF) is a three-day annual event celebrating distinctive, challenging cinema from around the world, with a particular focus on underrepresented voices, international co-productions, and filmmakers working outside the dominant commercial centres.

Our mission is to bring new audiences to the North East of England, support local and regional talent, and create a genuine cultural bridge between the North East of England and the wider world of international cinema.

We aim to forge a film festival that will ultimately launch the careers of writers and filmmakers.

The official symbol of our festival is the wild goat, inspired by the town's original name. The goat symbolises pioneerism, curiosity and exploration.

They also represent [...]

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Gateshead, United Kingdom



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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



Guatapé , Colombia



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Published: 30 Jul 2026
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Prix Philoxenia

Deadline: 17 Dec 2026

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International Festival

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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: 30 Jul 2026
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Culture X Frames Filmfestival

Deadline: 22 Oct 2026

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International Festival

Short film festival

Culture x Frames is an inclusive cultural project. It offers a cultural bridge that brings people together through a shared interest in film and art. It promotes openness, exchange and creativity regardless of origin, age or social background.

The aim is to bring together all kinds of people from a wide variety of social backgrounds at one event. This is to be achieved through free entry and a diversity of locations and films.

As special focus is on films which are made in an unusual way.

There will be 6 evenings throughout the year of 2026. First 3 Events will be spread in the months between march and May. Last 3 Events will be in October and November, but there will be another submission deadline.

Autumn Events:

1st Event: 01.10.2026
Event Location: Nothburgaheim

2nd [...]

 Fiction  Documentary  Animation  Fantastic  Terror  Other  Experimental  Music Video



Innsbruck, Austria



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Published: 29 Jul 2026
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SHORT to the Point

Deadline: 03 Dec 2026

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International Festival

Short film festival

Next edition >>> 17–21 March 2027 - Budapest, Hungary

SHORT TO THE POINT (STTP) is an international short film festival dedicated to discovering and presenting distinctive cinematic voices from around the world.

Founded in 2009, STTP has presented curated monthly screenings and annual editions in over 50 cities across 3 continents and 13 countries. Over nearly two decades, the festival has built a respected international platform for short-form cinema, showcasing films in curated programs that emphasize artistic identity and strong directorial vision.

The 2027 Budapest edition marks a refined and focused chapter in the festival’s evolution - a carefully curated selection of works that reflect the vitality, necessity, and formal innovation of contemporary short cinema.

STTP [...]

 Fiction  Documentary  Animation  Fantastic  Terror  Other  Experimental  Music Video



Bucharest, Romania



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Published: 29 Jul 2026
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Festival De Cine Y Video Comuna 13, La Otra Historia

Deadline: 30 Sep 2026

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The 16th version of the Festival has as its central theme ¨Community Cinema as a generator of Social Change and Progress¨, the jury prioritizes content that has this focus, however the reception of audiovisual pieces is not closed exclusively to said theme, for Therefore, other types of content will be widely accepted.

¨Community cinema is not only an art form, but also a powerful tool to promote fundamental values of a progressive society, such as gender equality, social justice and citizen participation. It facilitates debate, plurality and solidarity, and offers a means of expression for the different groups and identities that make up the social, cultural and identity fabric of Colombia, at local, regional and national levels. ¨

It is for this reason that the Comuna 13 [...]

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Medellín, Colombia



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Published: 29 Jul 2026
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Festival International de court métrage HALLNAYWOOD

Deadline: 21 Sep 2026

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International Festival

Short film festival

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.

In addition to [...]

 Fiction  Documentary  Animation  Fantastic  Terror  Other  Experimental  Music Video



Aulnay sous bois , France



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Published: 29 Jul 2026
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Teror film fest

Deadline: 01 Sep 2026

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International Festival

Short film festival

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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Logo of Mostra Internacional de Filmes de Montanha
Published: 28 Jul 2026
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Rio Mountain Festival

Deadline: 14 Aug 2026

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International Festival

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The Rio Mountain Festival is the largest and oldest mountain film festival in Brazil. It takes place in Rio de Janeiro, which, despite being a coastal city, is surrounded by iconic mountains. Among these mountains are Sugarloaf Mountain, with its famous cable car; Corcovado, with the Christ the Redeemer statue; and the imposing Pedra da Gávea. All are represented in the Corcovado Trophy, awarded to the winning films.

For five days, usually in October, the public immerses itself in a program full of Brazilian and international films about adventure sports, nature, and mountain culture. The festival also features photography contests and exhibitions, book launches with author talks, art workshops, and sports activities for children.

As a member of the International Alliance for [...]

 Fiction  Documentary  Animation  Fantastic  Terror  Other  Experimental  Music Video



Rio de Janeiro, Brazil



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Logo of Curtas Vila do Conde – International Film Festival
Published: 28 Jul 2026
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Curtas Vila do Conde – International Film Festival

Deadline: 30 Apr 2027

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International Festival

Short film festival

Curtas Vila do Conde – International Film Festival is one of the most prestigious film festivals in Portugal, reaching its 35th edition in 2027.

The festival will be held from 2nd to 11th July 2027 and its main objective is the promotion of audiovisual and film production, selected according to quality criteria, at an event which focuses not only on the discovery of new films and directors, but also on the legacy of cinema.

Fiction, animation, documentary, and experimental films no longer than 60 minutes (unless otherwise noted), produced in 2026 or 2027 are eligible for the various competitions.

Out-of-competition programmes will highlight not only a selection of worldwide contemporary short films but also the relations between shorts and features, music and film, art and cinema.

 Fiction  Documentary  Animation  Fantastic  Terror  Other  Experimental  Music Video



Vila do Conde, Portugal



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