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The Evolution Mallorca International Film Festival enters its 15th edition with a clear mission statement: CHAMPIONING DIVERSITY AND INNOVATION IN FILM. EMIFF prides itself on being an international platform for new independent voices in cinema. This commitment is reflected in the storytelling, shooting locations, and the cast and crew. The goal is to screen films that are inclusive, innovative, and invite audiences to experience a rich variety of languages and cultures.

EMIFF is recognized as one of the fastest-growing international film festivals in Europe, utilizing independent film to foster a creative community, allowing filmmakers to feel inspired, network, and thrive in this idyllic Mediterranean island paradise.
The Evolution Mallorca Festival brings together the brightest local and international minds in cinema in

Mallorca’s vibrant and culturally rich city of Palma. For seven days, EMIFF’s program is curated to showcase a culturally diverse, inclusive, and provocative mix of feature films, short films, documentaries, music videos, films for children, experimental films, animation shorts, student films, and both a feature film and short film screenplay competition.

Festival highlights include:
The Cinematography Focus
The Producers Club
Women in Leadership Panel
Script Lab
New Talent Focus
Film Talks
Masterclasses

Competitive screenings take place at some of the island's most stunning locations such as the Historic Teatre Principal, modern Palau de Congressos, the official festival hotel Portixol, Rialto Living and Cineciutat Cinema. EMIFF is an ideal venue for filmmakers to connect with industry professionals, speakers, and mentors, including Oscar winners Erik Messerschmidt, ASC, Melissa Leo, director Ruben Östlund, DP Ed Lachman, actor Mads Mikkelsen, director Isabel Coixet, and many more.

EMIFF is proud to be included in MovieMaker’s list of “TOP 50 Film Festivals Worth the Entry Fee” for eight consecutive years, as well as consistently appearing on the 100 Best Reviewed Film Festivals list on Freeway, ranking in the top 1.5% of over 10,000 film festivals and creative markets worldwide.

Awards & Prizes

INTERNATIONAL FEATURE FILM

Film
Director
Cinematography (presented by Leitz)

DEBUT FEATURE FILM

Film
Director
Cinematography
 
INTERNATIONAL DOCUMENTARY FEATURE FILM
 
GOLDFINCH INNOVATION Award

BRIDGING BORDERS Award
 
INTERNATIONAL SHORT FILM
FILM
Film
Director
Cinematography
New Talent (Debut Short Film)

Student Film
Film
MIB & International
 
SPANISH SHORT FILM
Film
 
MADE IN BALEARES SHORT FILM 
Film
Cinematography
 
MADE IN BALEARES DOCUMENTARY FEATURE

MADE IN BALEARES DOCUMENTARY SHORT FILM 
 
INTERNATIONAL DOCUMENTARY SHORT FILM  

EXPERIMENTAL SHORT FILM

MUSIC VÍDEO
 
SCREENPLAY
Feature Film
Short Film
 
SCREENPLAY MADE IN BALEARES
Short Film

Rules & Terms

Please Read this:

EMIFF TERMS OF USE

Failure to comply with EMIFF guidelines, rules, regulations, or eligibility may be cause for disqualification and result in having your film expelled from screening.

By submitting or entering your work to EMIFF you are admitting that you have read, understood, and agreed to follow our rules and regulations for festival submissions and to abide by our terms and conditions of service and our general festival rules and regulations.

By submitting or entering your work to EMIFF, entrants release its Board of Directors, Officers, Staff, and Volunteers harmless from and against all losses, damages, rights, claims, and actions of any kind arising in whole or in part, directly or indirectly, from participation with the competition or participation in any competition related activity.

By submitting to EMIFF you are granting EMIFF the rights to use screen grabs, press materials, and stills from your movie on our advertisements, press materials, festival programs, and website.

By submitting to EMIFF you are admitting that you are 18 years of age or older.

By submitting to EMIFF you are granting the right for EMIFF to screen your film publicly at the upcoming EMIFF edition.

By entering or submitting to EMIFF you acknowledge that you are not entitled to any refund or damage claims of any kind if your film is unable to screen due to technical or operational difficulties or if your film needs to be rescheduled or delayed for any reason.

MADE IN BALEARES films are PREFERRED TO BE Balearic Premiers.

EMIFF is not responsible for broken or non-functioning films, DCP's. In the case that your film gets selected for the official 2024 program, a final screening copy in the form of a DCP has to be delivered to the festival no later than 3 weeks before the opening night of the festival.

If your Film is selected as the OPENING NIGHT FILM you MUST provide a digital high-resolution file (.MOV or MPG4 – NO DCP). Non-Spanish language films must provide Spanish subtitles. All Spanish-language films must provide English subtitles.

If selected you need to provide:
1. DCP
2. Digital high-resolution file MOV or MPG4
3. Separate SRT. Subtitles file (If the film language is not Spanish all subtitles need to be in Spanish)

EMIFF does not pay screening fees.
All federal, state, and local laws and regulations apply.

EMIFF does not provide travel or housing.
Travel or hotel grants are provided by invitation only.

If you have any questions regarding our rules and regulations please contact us at sandra@evolutionfilmfestival.com.

We look forward to receiving your Films and Scripts!
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  • Festival Formula

    "Evolution Mallorca was an incredible experience, one not to be missed!
    Festival Director Sandra Lipski truly delivers on the festival's vision of 'Bridging Cultures - Bridging People', as the film selections were truly inspired. We are still talking about the wonderful films we watched in Palma! It was an honour to be selected and to screen in this calibre of art.

    The festival locations alone are worth the visit, we screened at Cineciutat, a dream cinema. And the wonderful closing night ceremony at the Teatro Principal was absolutely beautiful. Massive thanks to Sandra, Maria, Andres and the whole team, who were warm, welcoming and professional.

    Evolution Mallorca Film Festival bring wonderful people together from across the world, by inviting filmmakers to Mallorca to share their stories, they curate connections and build bridges. What more could you ask for?"

    Ciara Tinney (Writer & Producer) & Robbie Boake (Composer) and family from the short animation WildKind

    February 2026
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  • Sarah Baskin

    Evolution Mallorca is absolutely wonderful, and I was honored to be a part of this festival! The communication leading up to the festival was incredibly clear and helpful. My lead actress was able to attend and represent our film -- she came back with glowing reviews about her experience. Grateful to have been included in this awesome festival!

    January 2026
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  • Helena Sardinha

    The Mallorca Film Festival was an unforgettable experience. From the thoughtfully curated lineup to the breathtaking locations, every aspect of the festival felt intentional. The film selection was outstanding. So many discoveries and true cinematic gems that stayed with us long after the screenings.

    We were incredibly honored to receive both Best Debut Feature Film and the Goldfinch Innovator Award for our film "Satisfaction", which made the experience even more meaningful. The festival team is welcoming, passionate, and genuinely supportive of filmmakers, creating an environment that celebrates cinema and connection.

    January 2026
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  • Alonso Llosa

    Evolution Mallorca was the experience of a lifetime. Beautiful settings, the friendlist staff and fellow filmmakers. Everything about it was perfect. This is such a cool fesival!

    January 2026
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  • Sophie von Rheden

    A huge thanks!
    My entire team and I feel honored and grateful that our short film CIALT had its European and Spanish premiere at this beautiful and well-organized film festival.

    It offers filmmakers a great platform in the unbeatable gem of Palma. Prime locations, great panels, and a line of films and renowned directors.

    Highly recommended! I simply love it there and the whole team!

    January 2026
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