Worldwide

US festival call for contemporary cinema with more than $180,000 in cash and in-kind support. Particularly suited to standout films from emerging filmmakers, high-quality new work, and films with strong premiere potential.

Oscar-qualifying Spanish festival focused on short films for international directors and audiences.

International short film festival in Egypt where qualifying winners become eligible for Academy Awards and BAFTA consideration.

International film festival showcasing documentary and feature films by filmmakers of African descent. The festival offers a high-profile platform for screenings, industry visibility, and professional networking.

International documentary film festival where winning short documentaries become eligible for Academy Awards consideration.

World-leading animation festival in France presenting feature films, short films, and series. Academy Awards qualification applies to designated animated short film awards.

Oscar-qualifying festival for short films, with over $60,000 in cash and prizes. Open to international narrative, documentary, animated, experimental, short, and feature films.

Internationally recognized film festival in Denmark presenting documentary, feature, and short films. Academy Awards qualification applies to designated documentary short awards.

Internationally recognized documentary film festival in the United States presenting competitive documentary programs. Academy Awards and BAFTA qualification applies to designated documentary short awards.

Internationally recognized short film festival in Greece. Academy Awards qualification applies to designated short film awards, including Golden Dionysos and Grand Prix recipients.