MISSION & OBJECTIVE

The Talassemtane Association for the Environment and Development (ATED), since its creation in 1996, has been working in the field of the environment through several projects. ATED is proud to collaborate with the local population and authorities on these projects, which aim to maximize human and material potential and create reliable and sustainable resources through income-generating activities. In this context, for citizens concerned about the fate of the planet, cinema can serve as a powerful medium for raising ecological awareness and promoting sustainable development. This is the main role assigned to the International Festival of Environmental Films: to inform, educate, and enlighten the public about the world as it is and the risks it faces. In the face of challenges and uncertainties, people react and act.
Environmental film has never been more relevant! As we are bombarded with images and information, we have never needed true benchmarks more. We need cinema that explores personalities in depth and seeks to unravel the complex phenomena of our time.
Increasingly, environmental films showcase initiatives, efforts, and solidarities aimed at making a difference, building a sustainable future, and respecting both people and nature. They present images from around the world, from the Arctic to the heart of Africa, from today’s challenges to the solutions of tomorrow.

THE OBJECTIVES OF THE FESTIVAL:

Our overall goal is to create a platform for exhibiting, exchanging, and reflecting on ideas through documentary or fictional films that raise awareness about the importance of caring for the environment. Over 4 days in June, the public will have the opportunity to appreciate and be moved by the best environmental films from around the world.

Enrich the Moroccan audiovisual sector with a specialized space dedicated to environmental films.
Develop techniques (especially digital) through training and workshops for those interested in Chefchaouen, its region, and Morocco.
Contribute to integrating environmental culture into the social, cultural, and artistic events organized in the Chefchaouen region.
Bring together cinema, audiovisual media, and the environment.
Provide film enthusiasts with an international platform to present their work and exchange experiences through:
Presentation of professionally produced documentary films.
Recognition of the best films and encouragement of film creation.
Training in workshops led by specialists (editing, scriptwriting, shooting, etc.).
Debates and exchanges of ideas on environmental topics.
Contribute to the promotion of documentary film on both national and international environmental issues.
Foster the dissemination of documentary culture focused on the environment.
Inform and educate the general public about eco-citizenship and sustainable development through screenings, meetings, events, and debates

The International Festival of Environmental Films of Chefchaouen, is a film event dedicated to film lovers and concerned about the environment in Morocco and abroad, it is an annual meeting in the beautiful blue pearl of northern Morocco, the tourist and ecological city Chefchaouen.

The 14th Edition of the International Festival of Environmental Films of Chefchaouen, will be held from 25 to 28 June 2025 on the occasion of World Environment Day.

A varied program and a jury made up of internationally and nationally renowned film professionals who will design the prize winners:

Professional films:
The 4 awards:
- Best Documentary Award
- Prize for the best short film on the environment.
- Best animated film award

Short films on the environment (amateurs): two prizes will be awarded to the best films:
- Prize for the best short film
- Best animated film award

The 14th 2025 edition of (FIFE) Chefchaouen, is a cultural event that offers the opportunity for National and International Directors to present their Audiovisual productions to the public.

This meeting aims to promote sharing, exchanges between directors, film professionals, and especially spectators and interested in the field of the environment.

The 14th 2025 Edition of the Festival of Environmental Films of Chefchaouen is open to all national and international environmental films.

The International Festival of Environmental Films of Chefchaouen accepts films that are closely related to the environment and climate change.

*Professional films:
- The theme and genre: films of all kinds (documentary) may be candidates for selection;
- Duration: the films are classified into two categories: short film (up to 20 minutes), and feature film (From 45 minutes)
- The director can present as many films as desired, but in the case of selection, the committee can only select one film.

* Amateur films:
- The theme and the genre (documentary, animation, fiction)
- The maximum duration is 20 minutes (including the credits).
Formats: AVI, mov, mp4, mov, mpeg, wmv…
Supports: digital version (link sent by internet), DVD, BLURAY, USB key, Hard Drive..)

NB: films sent over the internet, if selected and of good quality, can be validly screened for the competition (12K, 8K, 4K, HD, FHD).

Article 1: Definition
The Chefchaouen International Environmental Film Festival is a festival open to environmental films made by professional or amateur directors (Moroccan and foreign), regardless of their age (>16 years old), and their experience.
- The 14th edition 2025 of the (FIFE) DE Chefchaouen will be held from 25 to 28 June 2025;
- The main theme of the festival is "Environment and Climate Change".

Article 2: Objectives
The 14th edition 2025 of the (FIFE) of Chefchaouen, is a cultural event that offers the opportunity to National and International Directors to present their Audiovisual productions to the public.
This international meeting promotes sharing and exchanges between directors, film professionals, and especially spectators and those interested in the field of the environment.

Article 3:
The Chefchaouen International Environmental Film Festival accepts films that have a strong connection to the environment:
-Professional films:
- The theme and genre: Theme (environment and climate change), genre films (documentary) can be candidates for the selection;
- Duration : films are classified into two categories: short film (Up to 20 minutes) and feature films (From 45 minutes)
- The director can present as many films as desired, but in the case of selection, the pre-selection committee will only be able to select one film.
- Amateur films:
- Theme and genre: Theme (environment and climate change), genre (documentaries, fiction, animation)
- The maximum duration is 20 minutes (including credits).
- The director can present as many films as he wants, but in the case of selection, the committee will only be able to select one film.
- Films from schools:
- Theme and genre: Theme (environment and climate change), genre (documentaries, fiction, animation)
- The maximum duration is 15 minutes (including credits).
Formats: AVI, mov, mp4, mov, mpeg, wmv...
Media: digital version (link sent by internet), DVD, BLURAY, USB key, hard disk (Hard Drive).
NB : Films sent by internet link must be of good quality (12K, 8K, 4K, HD, FHD)

Article 4: Registrations
Registration for the festival is done online via the platforms (FilmFreeway – Festhome – Clickforfestivals) for submitting films or by email of the festival.
festivalchefchaouen@gmail.com
- Entry fees are non-refundable.
- Registration form (must be completed and signed, downloadable from the Festival website (http://www.festival.assated.com).
- Festival Rules duly (must be signed, downloadable from the Festival website (http://www.festival.assated.com).
- the data of the film:
Photo of the director + the poster of the film or photos of the film + CV + year of production + synopsis of the film (in Arabic, french or English) Will be sent to the e-mail of the festival: festivalchefchaouen@gmail.com
The registration of films must be made before May 16, 2025.
*Entries via postal mail must be sent directly by post or courier services directly to the following address:
Talassemtane Association for Environment and Development (ATED)
14th Edition of the Chefchaouen International Environmental Film Festival
Aïn Haouzi, BP 101 Chefchaouen 91 000, Morocco
N.B: The costs of transporting the film and the costs of depositing all documents at the festival office are the responsibility of the participant.

Article 5: Pre-selection
All Films submitted and sent within the deadlines set out in Article 4 will be the subject of an initial selection;
The ATED Association will appoint a pre-selection committee that will select the films that will participate in the official selection for Professional, Amateur and School Club Films.
The Festival will communicate the results of the pre-selection via the official website of the Festival: www.festival.assated.com, and directly by e-mail to the selected persons. Individuals who have not received a selection email after the deadline and the notification date will consider that their films have not been selected in the official competitions.

Article 6: Jury
A Jury will be appointed by the association and will include specialists in documentary cinema and the environment for the three competitions.

Article 7: Prices
*Professional films:
- Grand Prize: Best Documentary (8000 DH / 800$)
- Award for Best Short Film on the Environment; (5000 DH / 500$ )
- Best Animated Film Award; (3000 DH / 300$)
*Amateur films:
- Award for Best Short Film on the Environment. (4000 DH / 400$)
- Award for Best Animated Film. (2000 DH / 200$)
*Competitive examination of schools:
A prize will be awarded to the best film and will be called "Akchour Prize for the best school film " (3000 DH / 300$)
All awards will be presented at the closing ceremony (28 June 2025).

Article 8: Copyright
The producer or director of the film undertakes to be in possession of the musical, cinematographic or textual rights of the works included in the film. Otherwise, the association cannot be held liable.

Article 9: Presence of directors
- The presence of the directors of the selected films is mandatory during the entire period of the festival, if the director cannot attend he may appoint a representative to attend the festival.
- If the film wins one of the festival's awards and no representative of the film is present at the festival, the director will only receive the award certificate (scanned and sent by email) and the trophy, provided that the embassy of the winner's country takes care of its shipment by its own means.
- The festival does not pay taxes or fees for participants.
- The festival does not support airfare for selected participants.
- The organizing association of the festival (ATED) only takes care of the accommodation and catering of the directors in competition during the 4 days of the festival (for those present, whether they are from Morocco or abroad)
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Article 10: Accreditation
- For those who wish to participate in this edition (festival directors, media, film critics, etc.), please request accreditation by filling out the corresponding form on the festival website (accredited people will not be supported).

Article 11: Membership
-Participation in the festival implies adherence to this status.
- Participation in the festival and adherence to its status implies the authorization to screen the selected film and the projection of excerpts from the proposed film on television channels and on the internet.
-The copies of the films sent by post will be the property of the Talassemtane Association for Environment and Development and will be used only in non-profit cultural activities.
* I have read the rules of the 14th edition of the Chefchaouen International Environmental Film Festival and I accept the conditions.

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  • Very nice festival, thank you for selecting my short!

    September 2024
  • nasser rabie

    مهرجان رائع سعدت بالتواجد معهم

    July 2023
  • Matteo Occhipinti

    A great Festival with great people. We've attended the Festival in Chefchaouen, Morocco, and met all the amazing people in the FIFE Team. The hospitality was top class, the Festival showcased great movie, short film and extra discussion about environment. We'll always bring this experience in our heart, the new friendship and the stories of a lifetime adventure in our mind. Great job!

    June 2023
  • Elza Kephart

    So friendly and warm. Co-director Ali Mhidi had an amazing time and felt very welcomed and grateful to have been selected.

    October 2022
  • marwa kamel

    it was a great festival a great experience thank you :)

    July 2019