The Tehran International Short Film Festival (Iran) is accepting short films until August 15, 2025.

About the festival:
The Tehran International Short Film Festival (TISFF) stands as one of Asia’s most prestigious and widely recognized platforms for short films, celebrated for its dedication to creative excellence, innovation and the promotion of diverse voices in cinema. Over the course of its illustrious history, TISFF has evolved into a vibrant hub for global storytelling, attracting thousands of submissions from filmmakers worldwide—a reflection of its unparalleled reputation as a cornerstone for emerging talent and visionary cinematic voices.

Eligibility:
– Films must not exceed 40 minutes in length.
– Films must have been produced after January 1, 2024.
– The maximum runtime for films in the experimental section is up to 20 minutes.
– Films previously screened at TISFF are not eligible.
– Films that have been publicly broadcast, distributed, or screened in Iran are ineligible.
– For AI Competition Program – Films are eligible to submit if they use AI to generate their visuals. The festival reserves the right to request proof of AI tools used in the creation of submitted works.
– Films must be submitted via FilmFreeway.
–  If selected, the original video (without subtitles) must be submitted along with subtitles and transcripts in both the original language and English.
– Once selected, films cannot be withdrawn from the festival program.
– Submissions Fee: $ 1 USD
– Deadline: August 15, 2025
– Notification Date: September 25, 2025

We recommend filmmakers to read the full Rules and Regulations here: https://filmfreeway.com/BJQFF (This is also the submission link)

We remind readers that the 42nd Tehran International Short Film Festival will take place from October 19 – 24, 2025 in Tehran, Iran.

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