Join us as we bring to life the first edition of the Celestia Film Festival, a unique opportunity to discover and share stories, places, and people from all over the world.

This debut edition promises to transport you to unexplored worlds through an exclusive selection of independent short films and animations.

The screening of the finalist shorts will take place in Prato during the second half of September. The event will be held in the enchanting atmosphere of the late-summer Tuscan countryside at the Circolo Arci 29 Martiri.

The Festival selection process relies on the expertise of a jury composed of expert and film enthusiasts, dedicated to evaluating every entry with meticulous attention. Their discerning eyes will seek out untold stories to select the finalists, who will then be screened and judged directly by the festival audience.

Our vision with this first edition, we aim to bring together cinephiles and curious minds for an experience centered on the discovery of independent cinema and new audiovisual perspectives.

Celestia's Favorite Short Film:
This award recognizes the outstanding achievements in the realm of short filmmaking. The winner of this category will not only receive well-deserved recognition but also a special prize. Additionally, they will be presented with a beautifully designed diploma to commemorate their success. The diploma will be sent a downloadable PDF via mail to be proudly displayed.

Celestia's Favorite Short Animation:
This award recognizes the artwork and the creativity in the realm of short animation film. The winner of this category will not only receive well-deserved recognition but also a special prize. Additionally, they will be presented with a beautifully designed diploma to commemorate their success. The diploma will be sent a downloadable PDF via mail to be proudly displayed.

Film Duration: All submissions must be short films with a maximum duration of 15 minutes.

English Subtitles: If your film contains any spoken dialogue, it is mandatory to provide English subtitles. This ensures that all audience members can fully engage with and understand the content.