The British University in Egypt International Student Film Festival (BUESFF) returns for its second edition with the theme "Bridging Horizons: Stories That Connect Us." This year, we spotlight the power of storytelling to transcend borders and foster empathy across cultural, social, and geographic divides.

This theme invites filmmakers to reflect on the shared human experience—whether through cross-cultural narratives, global issues, or personal stories that resonate across continents. It embodies our mission to promote creativity, dialogue, and cultural exchange through student filmmaking.

We have 6 categories with 3 awards for each category. First place, Second place and Third place.

- Free submission for all students, must be a university/ film school student ( any where) or fresh graduate class 2023 Max.

- You must provide a proof of registration as a current student or if a fresh graduate, class of 2023, and you have to submit the evidence.

- Any language is accepted, however, including English subtitles is a must if the film is not originally in English.

- Every individual is allowed to submit only one original film, provide a consent for screening in the festival and choose and indicate your genre from the provided categories, while submitting your film.

- Original and creative showcases only.

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  • Shirin Khabibullaeva

    At the 2025 film festival, my film titled ‘White Keys’ took 2nd place, but I was not given any official document confirming my win. I kindly ask if there is any solution to this. I am from Uzbekistan.

    June 2026
  • so cold,i love this,see you

    October 2025
  • James Austin

    I sincerely appreciate the BUESFF for nominating and screening our production; it allowed us to reach a more diverse audience.

    October 2025
  • Mateusz Golebiewski

    It was okey, they made some effort.

    October 2025
  • Intervalo Shortfilm

    The Zoom session for international directors never started, and they never answered any emails. Very poor communication from the festival, and therefore no experience at all other than the selection logos.

    October 2025