ATTENTION
ONLY FOR CIS COUNTRIES, BALTIC STATES AND GEORGIA

Films from the following countries only can participate:

Azerbaijan, Armenia, Belarus, Georgia, Kazakhstan, Kyrgyzstan, Latvia, Lithuania, Moldova, Russia, Tajikistan, Turkmenistan, Uzbekistan, Ukraine and Estonia.

Kyrgyzstan - Land of Short Films is an annual film festival held to celebrate short films from the former Soviet Union, Baltic states and Georgia.

In 2011, Kyrgyzstan - Land of Short Films was founded by director, producer, and public figure, Sadyk Sher-Niyaz. The Festival is held by Aitysh Public Fund, Aitysh Film, Cultural cooperation fund Public Fund and the Union of Filmmakers of the Kyrgyzstan from July 12 - July 15. Each year the Festival is held at the Manas Cinema Hall in Bishkek. The official language of the Film Festival is Russian. The Festival accepts all short films (including documentary, animations, and live action) from the former Soviet Union, including the Republic of Georgia and the Baltic states.

The Festival includes two programs—International and National Competition.

Each year the Festival invites 5 Jury Members well-known throughout the former Soviet Union to participate in the Festival Programs.

Awards & Prizes

The Festival Jury selects the final awards for the International and National competitions in the following categories:

Best Film

Best Director

Special Jury Prize

Audience Award

Rules & Terms

- Film festival accepts films only from the former Soviet Union, Baltic States and Georgia

- The Selection commission consider the films of 2024

- The Selection commission does not consider the films which timing exceeds 30 min.

- Films presented on a festival should not contain promotion of violence, national, racial and religious intolerance, an insult of moral senses of the person.

For participation in selection it is necessary to present the following materials to the e-mail kskf.short@gmail.com:

- The electronic application. The application form can be downloaded here https://drive.google.com/file/d/1dfUNBVPpgoU9BfQjEZBrh5KWWy1uuwdt/view?usp=sharing

- Photo of the director

- Stills from the movie 3-5 pcs.

- Biography and filmography of the director

- Link to the film for preview with a password or DVD with the film by mail to the management of the Festival.

Address:

625/1 Jibek Jolu street
Bishkek, Kyrgyzstan
720000
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  • TCMA AUCA

    Great festival and an important platform for young and emerging filmmakers in the region. The organizers did a good job. 4 films represented our film school and two of them won awards. We appreciate this experience and suggest everyone to apply next years!

    April 2026
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  • MADAKTO PICTURES

    On behalf of Madakto Pictures, we are honored to be a part of this prestigious film festival. It is truly inspiring to see so much talent and creativity gathered in one place. Thank you to the organizers and everyone involved for providing such a wonderful platform to share our work and connect with fellow filmmakers. We wish all participants the best and look forward to celebrating the art of cinema together.

    April 2025
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  • Gulkaiyr A

    An inspiring and beautifully organized festival that truly celebrates the art of short filmmaking. 'Kyrgyzstan — Land of Short Films' brings together talented creators from all over the world, offering a powerful platform for diverse voices and fresh perspectives. The atmosphere is welcoming, professional, and filled with genuine passion for cinema. It’s a unique opportunity to discover new talents and experience stories that stay with you long after the screenings. Highly recommended for filmmakers, critics, and all true lovers of film!

    April 2025
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  • Gagik Madoyan

    Great festival! I recommend it! Thank you for choosing our film for the international competition. We received a special prize jury.

    April 2025
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  • Asel Umaralieva

    The festival was very interesting. Thanks to the organizers.

    May 2024
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