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Curtas Vila do Conde – International Film Festival

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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.



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Logo of SHORT to the Point
Published: 29 Jul 2026
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SHORT to the Point

Deadline: 03 Dec 2026

Call for entries

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  Other  Experimental  Music Video



Bucharest, Romania



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Logo of Film Festival La Otra Historia
Published: 29 Jul 2026
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Does NOT have submission fees
Short films



Festival De Cine Y Video Comuna 13, La Otra Historia

Deadline: 30 Sep 2026

Call for entries

Short film festival

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 [...]

 Fiction  Documentary  Animation  Fantastic  Other  Experimental  Music Video



Medellín, Colombia



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Logo of HALLNAYWOOD International Short Film Festival
Published: 29 Jul 2026
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Short films



Festival International de court métrage HALLNAYWOOD

Deadline: 21 Sep 2026

Call for entries

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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Logo of Teror film fest
Published: 29 Jul 2026
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Short films



Teror film fest

Deadline: 01 Sep 2026

Call for entries

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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Short films
Feature films



Rio Mountain Festival

Deadline: 14 Aug 2026

Call for entries

International Festival

Short film festival

Feature film festival

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

Call for entries

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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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Logo of XXIV Punta del Este Jewish Film Festival (Uruguay)
Published: 28 Jul 2026
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Short films
Feature films



24º Punta Del Este Jewish Film Festival (Uruguay)

Deadline: 07 Jan 2027

Call for entries

International Festival

Short film festival

Feature film festival

This international meeting, already a classic in Punta del Este, has some peculiarities that distinguish it from other Jewish Film Festivals in the world, due to the fact that it takes place in such a special seaside resort as Punta del Este, a meeting point where communities from different countries gather annually in Uruguay.

The Punta del Este Jewish Film Festival (Festival Internacional de Cine Judío de Uruguay, FICJU®) was born in 2003, with the purpose of generating a cultural, educational, didactic and illustrative space, oriented to promote the knowledge of the history of the Jewish people and its diverse cultures and traditions, thus seeking to strengthen our identity and integration through art.

Fiction films and documentaries with different perspectives of the [...]

 Fiction  Documentary  Animation  Fantastic  Terror  Other  Experimental  Music Video



Punta del Este, Uruguay



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Logo of Bugarte Film and Visual Arts Festival
Published: 28 Jul 2026
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Short films



Festival de Cine y Artes Visuales Bugarte

Deadline: 31 Aug 2026

Call for entries

International Festival

Short film festival

Born in 2009 in order to highlight and encourage artistic expression, film and cultural identity of the region. Promoting the permanence of cultures and strengthening the cultural policies of the city as a mechanism for citizen and community participation; thus supporting the development, exhibition and dissemination of film and the visual arts in the city of Guadalajara de Buga and Valle del Cauca; proposing dialogue between the various expressions of art today and their participation mechanisms mainly in the youth population. This festival seeks to create spaces for discussion, artistic and audiovisual creation in a participatory manner.

The festival became the first event of its kind in this area, for display, training, capacity building and collective on the subject of [...]

 Fiction  Documentary  Animation  Fantastic  Terror  Other  Experimental  Music Video



Guadalajara de Buga, Colombia



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Logo of II Horizons IA (Punta del Este, Uruguay)
Published: 28 Jul 2026
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II Horizons IA (Punta del Este, Uruguay)

Deadline: 26 Apr 2027

Call for entries

International Festival

Short film festival

Horizons IA – Punta del Este International AI Film Festival – celebrates its first edition from May 27 to 31 at The Grand Hotel in Punta del Este (Maldonado, Uruguay). This new international event is dedicated to exploring the creative possibilities of cinema made with artificial intelligence and the new forms of storytelling that emerge from the dialogue between artists and generative technologies.

Over five days, Horizons IA will present a selection of short films from around the world, along with talks, meetings, and the participation of national and international guests linked to cinema, technology, and digital arts.

With free admission, the festival seeks to become an open space for discovering new perspectives, experimenting with the audiovisual languages of the future, [...]

 Fiction  Documentary  Animation  Fantastic  Terror  Other  Experimental  Music Video



Punta del Este, Uruguay



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Logo of III Creative Campus Universidad Europea - International Animated Short Film Fest
Published: 27 Jul 2026
Film festival
Does NOT have submission fees
Short films



III Festival Internacional De Cortometrajes De Animación - Creative Campus Universidad Europea

Deadline: 01 Sep 2026

Call for entries

International Festival

Short film festival

Participate and showcase your animation talent!

Universidad Europea's Creative Campus is celebrating the second edition of its animated short film festival: a space for students and professionals to share their best work, compete for awards, and connect with the industry.

Who can enter?

Student
Students over 16 years of age or alumni graduating in 2024.

Note: Students must provide a current enrollment or 2024 graduation certificate. All categories must present a promotional teaser and poster of the work.


Professional
Members of the animation or video game industry

Format
MP4 or MOV (H.264) with HD 1080p resolution.

Language
They can be in any official language of Spain, with Spanish subtitles.

Theme
Free, as long as they respect the principles of non-discrimination, [...]

 Fiction  Documentary  Animation  Fantastic  Terror  Other  Experimental  Music Video



Madrid, Spain



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