Dear Asian filmmakers, the Encounters Film Festival (UK) is accepting short films until May 18, 2026.

About the festival:
Encounters Film Festival stages one of the world’s leading international competitions for short films. The International Competition is an official gateway to the world’s most prestigious awards: The Academy Awards, BAFTAs, and the European Film Awards.

Their mission is to provide an international platform for new and emerging talent in filmmaking. For over a quarter of a century, Encounters Film Festival has welcomed guests from around the world, connecting filmmakers with the wider industry, their wonderful audiences and, of course, each other.

Eligibility (International Films):
– The festival is open to short films of all production techniques, including animation, documentary, experimental or artists’ films and hybrid work from low to high budgets.
– Films must have been completed after January 1, 2025.
– Films should not exceed the 40-minute mark.
– There is no Premiere status requirement, including online.
– Films must be submitted via FilmFreeway.
– All submissions are final and there are no refunds.
– Submission Fees and Deadlines:

– Notification Date: August 6, 2026

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

We remind readers that the Encounters Film Festival will take place from September 23 – 27, 2026 in Bristol, UK.

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To see other Calls please follow the next link: “Call For Entries”.