The 10th edition of International Folklore Film Festival (IFFF) is being organized by the International Film Festival of Thrissur (IFFT), centre for Media Studies, St. Thomas College, Thrissur ,Naatukalakarakootam ,Keralam and International Folk Film India is on the anvil.

IFFF 10th edition will be held during 15-20 January 2027

IFFF will be held in hybrid mode in which both online and physical screening of the films are envisaged. and the online screening will be done on an exclusive digital platform.
Entries on folklore-based short and documentary films are invited for the 10th edition of the International Folklore Film Festival.

Folklore films and documentaries know no bounds. As we all know, everything linked to human life also comes under the purview of folklore. Folklore encompasses everything originating in the rural, the roots, aesthetics, mythology, arts, handicrafts, natural lifestyles and so on. A strong and extensive oral tradition, handicrafts tradition and artistic tradition are the tributaries of folklore. All traditional knowledge and art have origin in nature and its diverse resources. Of course, for folklore film makers, visualising tradition, natural heritage and culture is a challenge. Films in these categories are invited to the IFFF.

Topics : Art, Heritage, Culture, Oral Tradition, Biodiversity.

Awards & Prizes

INTERNATIONAL FOLKLORE FILMS
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BEST DOCUMENTARIES & SHORT & Feature FILMS - US DOLLAR 250
2nd Best - US Dollar 150

INDIAN FOLKLORE FILMS - (K J VAROO FOLKLORE FILM AWARD 2027)
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BEST DOCUMENTARIES & SHORT & Feature FILMS - Rs. 25000/
2nd BEST Documentary & SHORT FILMS - Rs.15,000/

Rules & Terms

•Terms & Conditions:

1. NO duration for Folklore Documentaries & Short Films

2. NO duration limit for Feature Films

3. The last date for submission of the entries: 30th september2026

4. The entries should comply with the folklore themes specified.

5. Only the films made between 1st JANUARY 2025 and 30th september 2026 can be submitted as entries.

6. Entries can be submitted online via Google Drive Link or
FilmFreeway or Vimeo or any other platform with correct Password.

7. Films in any language with English subtitles are acceptable as entries.

8. Films are acceptable even if they are already in online except YOU TUBE for public.

9. From the selected films, the IFFF has authority to use stills, posters, titles or
any information from the submission materials for promotional purpose.

10. The Film and Folklore Festival is held harmless/not responsible and will be free from any claims, losses, damages, liabilities and expenses which may be incurred by reason of any claim involving copyright, trademark or screening of any film.

11. Showtime and venue scheduling are at the discretion of the Film and Folklore Festival (IFFF) and are subjected to change without notice.

12. PACKAGES of the IFFF has been screen only for non-commercial purpose

DONATIONS TO BE ACCEPTED

Completed Submissions should include the following:

(i) Information about Submitter viz. Name, Email, City, Contact No. (Optional) etc.

(ii) Film submission with Film Poster, Info about the project, Duration.

Payment through Bank TRANSFER details:

INTERNATIONAL FOLK FILM FESTIVAL.

Bank : CANARA BANK.

Branch : Thrissur West, Palace Road.

Account No.: 0721101068026.

IFSC code: CNRB0000721.

MICR code: 680015003.

For further queries, contact via mail: folkfilmsindia@gmail.com

10th IFFF - Festival Director : Dr. Ranjith P.

IFFF President: Cherian Joseph - (+91 7907196843), (+91 9496168654)

IFFF Working President - Sheelamany

Artistic Director

IFFF - General Co ordinator - Fr.Fijo Joseph Alappadan

10th IFFF - Joint Director - Ajitha T G - +91 81298 88569

Email :
folkfilmsindia@gmail.com | folkfilmsindia2023@gmail.com

ADDRESS : 9th IFFF@INDIA , Organising Committee ,PRESIDENT,IFFF ,P G Centre , THRISSUR - 680020,KERALA, INDIA .
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  • Adib Parvin

    Great, but unfortunately, our internet was down during the festival.

    June 2026
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  • Henrique Fiuza da Silva Oliveira Lopes

    Thank you, "10th International Folklore Film Festival 2027 @India , Kerala - January 15 - 20" .

    May 2026
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  • Elias Bötticher

    did not get any information. no communication at all.

    April 2026
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  • Petrônio Lorena

    Muito importante o Festival de Kerala, na Índia. Vida longa!!

    April 2026
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  • Manolo Jerez Sandoval

    Satisfecho con todo, muchas gracias

    March 2026
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