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Attention filmmakers! KINOART Film Festival invites you to showcase your talent and creativity by submitting your film for our upcoming event. This is your chance to share your unique stories with a diverse audience of cinephiles, industry professionals, and fellow creators in a vibrant and supportive environment.

Why Submit to KINOART?

1. Exposure: Your film will be showcased at our festival, attracting attention from both local and international audiences. Gain valuable exposure and connect with film enthusiasts who appreciate independent cinema.

2. Networking Opportunities: Engage with fellow filmmakers, industry professionals, and potential collaborators. KINOART provides a platform for meaningful connections that can lead to future projects and partnerships.

3. Awards and Recognition: Compete for various awards across categories, including Best Feature, Best Short, and Audience Choice. Stand out among your peers and gain recognition for your hard work and creativity.

4. Support for Independent Voices: KINOART is dedicated to celebrating diverse and innovative storytelling. By submitting your film, you contribute to a festival that champions independent cinema and amplifies underrepresented voices.

About KINOART Film Festival

KINOART Film Festival is a premier celebration of cinema held annually in a picturesque setting. Our mission is to provide a platform for filmmakers to share their stories and foster a vibrant community of artists and audiences. With a rich programme of screenings, workshops, and networking events, KINOART is not just a festival; it’s a movement that celebrates creativity and connection.

Awards & Prizes

BEST SHORT FILM
Best Fiction Short
Best Animated Short
Best Documentary Short

BEST FEATURE FILM
Best Fiction Feature
Best Animated Feature
Best Documentary Feature

AUDIENCE AWARD

Rules & Terms

Entries for the KINOART Film Festival are open to everyone, welcoming filmmakers from all backgrounds to showcase their creative works.

Short Film Eligibility:
The Short Film category includes Fiction, Animated, and Documentary films, which can be based on any subject or concept.
Only short films produced after January 1, 2020, are eligible for the festival.
All films must have a maximum runtime of 30 minutes.
Submissions in languages other than English must be subtitled in English.
Feature Film Eligibility:
The Feature Film category includes Fiction, Animated, and Documentary films, which can be based on any subject or concept.
Only short films produced after January 1, 2020, are eligible for the festival.
All films must have a manimum runtime of 60 minutes.
Submissions in languages other than English must be subtitled in English.

Submission Process:
Multiple entries from the same participant are accepted.
All submissions should be made via the FilmFreeway platform.
After a film has been selected and the filmmaker is notified, it will be listed on the festival website under official selections.
Selection and Withdrawal:
KINOART Film Festival reserves the right to make changes to the submission guidelines at any time for any reason.
Selected films cannot be withdrawn under any circumstances until the festival is over.
Each participant is responsible for the content of their work and any possible copyright issues. The participant must own all rights concerning the usage of their work according to the regulations.
General Policies:
The festival reserves the right to cancel the event at any time without prior notification.
The decisions of the selection panel regarding film acceptance will be final and accepted by all participants.
The decisions made by the jury members will also be final and accepted by all participants.
The festival does not pay screening fees for films selected for any of the festival competitions.
The sender of the submitted film is responsible for all copyrights and legally authorized to enter their film in the festival. If selected, the sender grants permission for the film to be screened.

By submitting to the KINOART Film Festival, filmmakers agree that their film may be selected for screening and that fragments of the film might be presented through various media as part of the festival's promotional campaigns.

All applicants must read and accept the regulations and guidelines for participation.

We look forward to your submissions and to celebrating the art of cinema at KINOART Film Festival!