Why Submit to GIFF?
Guaranteed Full House: Thanks to our partnership with Institut Montilivi, we guarantee a vibrant, young, and engaged audience for our main screenings. Your film will be seen, debated, and celebrated.

A Prestigious Stage: Screen your work at the legendary Cinema Truffaut, the sanctuary of independent film in Girona, and walk the same streets that served as the backdrop for HBO’s Game of Thrones.

The "Montilivi" Audience Award: Win a unique accolade voted on by a young, diverse jury, giving you insight into how your storytelling resonates with the audiences of tomorrow.

Girona: A Legendary Cinematic Stage
Girona is more than just a city; it is a living film set that breathes history in every corner. Its breathtaking medieval architecture and the iconic Old Quarter (Barri Vell) captivated Hollywood’s biggest producers, serving as the primary filming location for Season 6 of HBO’s "Game of Thrones."

From the grand stairs of the Girona Cathedral—which witnessed the dramatic scenes of Braavos and King's Landing—to the labyrinthine Jewish Quarter where Arya Stark’s journey unfolded, the city has become a global icon of the silver screen.

Hosting the Girona Indie Film Fest (GIFF) here is a tribute to this audiovisual tradition. Our filmmakers don’t just screen their work; they showcase their vision in a city that has already been validated by the highest standards of international cinema.

Walk the streets where legends were filmed. Screen your vision where history was made.

Awards & Prizes

-Short Film
-Documentary
-Student
-Music Video
-Short Script
-Feature Script

Rules & Terms

Categories & Requirements
Short Film: Any genre. Maximum duration: 30 minutes.

Documentary: No duration limit.

Short Script: Maximum 40 pages.

Feature Script: More than 40 pages.

Indie/Student Short: Specifically for projects with a total budget of less than €5,000.

General Rules
Format: All films must be submitted through the platforms we collaborate with. We do not accept links in emails.

Language: Non-English, Spanish or Catalan language films must have English or Spanish subtitles.

Year of Production: We accept films produced from 2020 onwards.

Copyright: The filmmaker must own all rights to the film, including music and third-party content.

Selection: If selected, the festival will notify you via email. The organizers reserve the right to choose the final screening schedule.

Attendance: If you plan to attend the festival, we recommend letting us know as far in advance as possible. The venue is full thanks to collaborations with schools, and we need you to give us as much notice as possible so we can reserve a seat for you.

Terms & Conditions
Entry Fees: Submission fees are non-refundable.

Promotion: By submitting, you grant GIFF the right to use snippets of your film (trailers/stills) for promotional purposes on our website and social media.

Disclaimer: The festival is not responsible for any copyright infringement or unauthorized use of materials provided by the submitter.