Altered Images is a project for film and music experimentation. We bring together artists from various disciplines to create original and unique pieces that will be shown at our event. We are focused in New Media Arts, Sound, Performance, Inclusivity, Feminism and Queer Activism.

Our showcase is open to artists all around the world whose works have an experimental and innovative character. The aim of the festival is to showcase films that are open to a sound reinterpretation.
Its goal is to create forthcoming events of live music, projections and art installations where people can enjoy the show in a relaxed and friendly environment within the London artist scene (UK). We’re looking for brave and risky filmmakers, who enjoy exploring the sounds and the different touch other artists can provide to their images.
One of our key priorities is to look after the chosen videos that will be showcased as well as the artists behind them. Not only by inviting them to attend the event, whenever possible, but also by providing them with a complete feedback if required.

Get your movie or video showcased at Altered Images and benefit from the diffusion of the event in different social media.
We will promote all the works exhibited to engage with the largest possible audience and to create a network between different artists and audiences.

1. We don’t demand premier status.
2. Submitted films must have a length between 1 and 25 minutes.
3. Multiple entries are allowed.
4. The exhibition copy of the movie will be sent to Altered Images as a compressed electronic file (mp4 preferred). ALL films must be received no later than Friday 30th of August, 2026.
5. Submitted films may be utilized for promotional purposes by Altered Images.
6. Altered Images is allowed to use artist names and stills from their submitted films (at least one print-quality and one web version provided upon request) for all promotional purposes.
The following will apply for all film submissions:
7. Altered Images retains the right to archive the submitted file or copy of the submitted film in digital format solely for historical and research purposes, and will not publicly screen it without the artist’s permission. All submissions should be downloaded to FilmFreeway for easy access to the entire Altered Images screening committee.
8. Altered Images will conduct private screening sessions with its screening team to review all submissions.
9. Altered Images does not provide refunds on submission fees.
ENTRY GUIDELINES
A complete separate submission form must be filled if submitting more than one movie. Each submitted film shall pay the entry fee and be confirmed on FilmFreeway.
Selected Films
All filmmakers with selected projects will be notified via e-mail regarding acceptance by 14th of August 2026. Such notification will be received at the email address provided at the time of submission.

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  • alain soldeville

    The festival is an incredible creative event with non-stop music, performances and images. We were surprised to be selected but inclusivity is an important part of both founders research for artists. Thank you Miguel and Alba, hope to participate again.

    October 2025
    Response from festival:

    Thanks a lot Alain!
    We were very happy and honored to have "Twilight Ladies" in the festival this year.
    Inclusivity is very important for us, and your work definitely aligns with the values of Altered Images.
    We hope to see you in future editions!

    All the Best

  • Aaron Garcia

    This is the festival I wish I could have gone to. Very unique and different with so much energy. I was very honored to have my short "My Wife" be a part of it. Was able to follow along via social media. Wished they had a video of the whole festival it looked amazing. Hopefully one day I'll be able to go. Its definitely on my list

    October 2025
    Response from festival:

    Thank you very much for your words Aaron!
    Very happy to have "My wife" in this year's selection.
    Hopefully you can join us in future editions, we look forward to welcoming you.

    All the best

  • One of the best festival for experimental films

    October 2024
    Response from festival:

    Thank you so much for your review Jesed! And very happy to have your work selected this year.

    All the best

  • Antonio Arango

    I'm so grateful to have participated in this festival that I have been following since a while. Even though I was unable to attend, I "felt" the film festival and the commitment to a better world. Gracias!

    October 2024
    Response from festival:

    Thank you for this lovely review Antonio!
    We are very happy you followed our festival for a while and to have your work selected this year.
    We try our best to make all the filmmakers part of the festival, even if they cannot attend in person.
    Hopefully you can join us in next editions.

    Muchas gracias! All the best

  • Nathan King

    Thrilled to be part of Altered Images! A unique way of pairing visuals and live music. A festival that I will continue to submit to.

    October 2024
    Response from festival:

    It is an honour to have had your work in the last three editions of Altered Images.
    Thank you very much for your kind words and we are looking forward to watching any new works you send to us.

    All the best.