European Indepedendent Film Awards is not only looking for independent projects of all genres, many of which are low-budget or no-budget, but also from all countries, especially those that are traditionally underrepresented in the world film industry.

Every year, our festival will promote and screen dozens of the best short and feature films of all genres.

We will glad if welcomes submissions of features and shorts, and all forms of film production.

Our task and goal is to push the boundaries of author's creativity and bring unique artistic and cinematic experience from around the world.
we want to appreciate the contribution of new and older artists who will bring new inspiration with their work and push their boundaries further thanks to creativity and motivation.

Enjoy a live screening in the historic cities of Košice, Budapest and Prague

Awards & Prizes

Our festival values and appreciates every artist/creator who sends us their work. All film projects are supervised and evaluated by a jury consisting of experts in the field of film, documentary, animation and music video. The best works are awarded a diploma or trophy every season.

Main Categories
Best Independent film
Best Feature film
Best Short Film Video
Best Indie Short Film
Best Music Video
Best Feature Documentary
Best Documentary Short Film
Best Experimental film
Best Art Short Film
Best Screenplay
Best Foreign Short film

Subcategories

Best Animation Short Film
Best Comedy Short Film
Best Action Short Film
Best Drama Short Film
Best LGBTQ Short Film
Best Horror Short Film
Best VFX Short Film
Best Enviromental Short Film
Best Sci-fi Short Film
Best Fantasy Short Film
Best Mobile Short Film
Best Low Budget Short
Best Student Short Film
Best Dance Short film
Best Black&White Short Film
Best Director
Best Actor
Best Actress
Best Cinematography
Best Editing
Best Production
Best Sound Design
Best Make Up
Best Teaser
Best Poster
Best Trailer

Rules & Terms

Rules
- We accept films of all genres.
- All films that are not in English must have English language subtitles.
-Entry fees are non refundable since our programmers need to evaluate each project twice.We do not offer fee waivers or respond to these types of emails.
- Multiple entries from the same submitter are accepted. A separate submission and a separate entry fee must accompany each entry.
- All the winners of each category will receive an award certificate by e-mail.
- Winners will be announced each season on the "Notification Day".
-Proof of Student Status is required for entry to the Student category.
- The festival authorities will have the right to retain copies of each film and the material send as part of our festival library & can be screened in for, promotion, awareness & commercial purposes.
- Videos that are submitted must be the entrant’s original work and shall not infringe on any copyrights or any other rights of any third Parties.

-KIFF organizers reserve rights change, cancel or re-schedule the dates, venue, awards & categories without consent or information to contestants.

-The organizers reserve the right not to award any or all of the prizes.

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  • Danny Ratcliff

    It was truly an honor to have been given honorable mention here for my film "Constant". Being considered amongst traditional films as an AI filmmaker is honestly so validating, and amongst such incredible other films too. The team were communicative and encouraging. I'd absolutely recommend the festival to filmmakers of any genre or discipline.

    March 2026
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  • Greta Zamparini

    It has been an honor to have our movie INSETTI selected and given the honorable mention from this important Festival. Thank you. From Italy our most sincere thankfulness for your attention and our sincere admiration to you for the success of this festival.

    November 2025
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  • LOBECAFILM - Italy

    It was an honor for us to have "Cartapesta" selected and awarded with a mention! Even from afar, we felt connected thanks to the festival’s impeccable communication. We’re really looking forward to future editions!

    October 2025
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  • Harutyun Harutyunyan

    I am very happy that our film was selected. This is a great opportunity to start new projects and move forward.

    October 2025
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  • Ramona Dogaru

    I was happy to have recieved Honorable Mention for best indie short film (My Childhood Tune) at your festival. I wish you best of luck!

    October 2025
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