The Cyprus Film Festival takes place in Limassol for three consecutive days, at the outdoor venue of Starlit Screens, located by the beach and under the stars.

The festival commences with a one-of-a-kind Red Carpet and Networking event, creating a unique experience for filmmakers, actors, industry professionals and the audience and wraps up with a touching Award Ceremony. You and your team are welcome to join us!

Our purpose is to celebrate the art of filmmaking, the joy of storytelling, and the passion for cinema in an outdoor setting. We bring a diverse range of films to the big screen, complemented by live panels, workshops, industry discussions, and networking opportunities.

Beyond the festival, we continue to support and promote your work throughout the year via our rapidly growing social media community. We give you space on our platform for insight information regarding your film, your creative team, and your latest updates (you can provide us with information and we will post it accordingly).

The Cyprus Film Festival is organized by Cult Experiences and Starlit Screens.

Cult Experiences is an organization devoted to helping producers, directors, screenwriters, actors, cinematographers, editors, and many other artists showcase their work to the world.

Starlit Screens, is a unique open-air cinema in Limassol that provides an immersive film-viewing experience by the sea.

What We Accept:

Short Films (Fiction, Animation, Experimental, Documentary)

Feature Films (Fiction, Animation, Experimental, Documentary)

Documentary Films

Experimental Films

Judging Criteria:

Directing
Screenwriting
Cinematography
Editing
Production Design
Costume Design
Acting
Music
Sound Design
Creativity
Originality
Storytelling
Emotion
Cultural or Social Impact

Awards & Prizes

Best Cypriot Production Feature Film
Best Foreign Production Feature Film

Best Cypriot Production Short Film
Best Foreign Production Short Film

Best Cypriot Documentary Feature Film
Best Foreign Documentary Feature Film

Best Cypriot Documentary Short Film
Best Foreign Documentary Short Film

Best Cypriot Director
Best Foreign Director

Best Cypriot Writer
Best Foreign Writer

Best Cypriot Director of Photography
Best Foreign Director of Photography

Best Cypriot Editor
Best Foreign Editor

Best Cypriot Actor
Best Foreign Actor

Best Cypriot Actress
Best Foreign Actress

Best Supporting Cypriot Actor
Best Supporting Foreign Actor

Best Supporting Cypriot Actress
Best Supporting Foreign Actress

Best Sound Design
Best Production Design
Best Original Score
Best Ensemble Cast

Best Experimental Film
Best Animated Film

Best First-Time Filmmaker
Best AI (Artificial Intelligence) in Filmmaking

Audience Award (Cypriot Feature Film)
Audience Award (Foreign Feature Film)

Audience Award (Cypriot Short Film)
Audience Award (Foreign Short Film)

Prizes:
Custom-made trophies or certificates to the winners
Special screenings and networking opportunities post-festival in Cyprus

Rules & Terms

IMPORTANT: To be eligible for an award, it is imperative to include the names of the crew and cast who will be nominated in the production credits section of the submission form. For instance, to be considered for the Best Cinematography award, you must clearly specify the individual or team responsible for the cinematography of the film. Failure to provide this information will render the submission ineligible for an award or nomination in the respective category. Ensure thorough and accurate credits to maximize your eligibility for recognition in the Cyprus Film Festival.

Films submitted must be the entrant’s original work and shall not infringe on any copyrights or any other rights of any third parties.

There are no premiere restrictions for the Cyprus Film Festival.

English subtitles are required for non-English films.

Multiple entries from the same submitter are accepted.

Films must have been produced within the last two years.

The festival is open to filmmakers from anywhere in the world.

The decision of the festival selection committee is final.

No fee waivers. All entry fees are non-refundable.

Excerpts from selected films can be used for promotional purposes.

Selection does not guarantee a screening at the main event.

The final selection will be announced on the notification date.

Films violating applicable laws will be disqualified.

The Cyprus Film Festival organizers reserve the right to change, cancel, or reschedule the event, categories, and rules at any time.

The festival reserves the right to withhold any or all prizes if necessary.

Each official selection comes with two free tickets to the festival.

By entering the Cyprus Film Festival, entrants confirm that they have full rights to their submitted films and that they agree to indemnify the festival from any third-party claims.

Failure to adhere to these rules and terms will result in disqualification and forfeiture of the entry fee.

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  • Andreas Lambis

    Unfortunately I was unable to make it, as I had to remain in the UK, but Savvas Christou was great; He was very helpful and complimentary about my short and once the festival was over he gave me some positive feedback. Well organised, great festival.

    October 2025
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  • Andrey Gorovoy

    Thanks for including our film in the screening! The festival is very well organized and features a great selection of films. My respect to the organizers. Savvas is a giant - appreciate his support for local filmmakers! Bravo!

    October 2025
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  • Mario Kkounnous

    Thank you so much for including me in your festival programme. Great communication, hope to submit again in the future.

    October 2025
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  • Nadja Elpida Murze

    An amazing festival, creating a very heartfelt film-community in Cyprus. Thank you so much for the opportunity to screen my film "Wanna talk?" under the stars to the music of the waves. Truly a unique experience

    October 2025
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  • fanis logothetis

    thank you very much for having our film "Till a Death" amongst so many good films ! Cyprus film Festival is a great festival !

    October 2025
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