Light Till Dark is a unique meeting place for filmmakers and film enthusiasts. The festival has an open and welcoming atmosphere where everyone is invited, whether they have worked in film for years, are just starting their film career, or simply have a passion for film. Here, everyone has a voice and can share their experiences. Our guests don’t sit behind a table—they sit at the table.

In 2027 we will celebrate our fifth edition! Submit your film today and join the party! There will be cake, the cake is NOT a lie.

Awards & Prizes

National Short Film Competition
International Short Film Competition
Animated Short Film Competition
Underground Feature Film Competition

Honorary Awards:
The Inspo Award
The Rising Star Award

Rules & Terms

Only accepting films produced 2025/2026/2027
Only accepting genre films like horror, action, sci-fi, fantasy, animation.
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  • Igor Poptsov

    That's really fantastic to be a part of this festival. Thank you so much for my film was selected and got the high mark! I liked the festival and the team is the best!

    April 2026
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  • Joonas Makkonen

    What a lovely festival with warm welcome! I was so happy to be invited to the fest, where my short film "The Cat Man Who Weighs Under 140 Kilos" got its World Premiere. It was fun to take part to the screenings and programs. I did get to know a lot of fellow filmmakers as well.

    April 2026
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  • Gerardo Oñate

    It was quite a surprised to see our short film The Vocho from Hell selected in a country so far from Mexico. We really do hope you guys enjoyed it, for we certainly did while filming it. Thanks!

    November 2025
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