The BRIDGES Peloponnesian International Film Festival, inaugurated in 2008 in Corinth, is an annual event that maintains strong collaborations with local authorities and various organizations such as the Ministry of Culture and Sports in Greece. This partnership is committed to promoting a fundamental aspect of Greek culture, fostering connections with other cultures, especially in these challenging times.

Bridges IFF has hosted screenings and parallel activities in Loutraki, concerts, performances, photo and painting exhibitions and sports as the semimarathon race Athlos & Energia, during the years 2012, 2013, 2014, 2015, 2016, 2020, and 2022.
Starting in 2024, the organizers have teamed up with the open-air cinemas Galaxias and Ilektra, choosing to continue hosting the festival early every summer in Loutraki. This is distinct from the main festival, which takes place in October in Nafplio and in November in Corinth.

Furthermore, within the framework of the Bridges International Film Festival, attendees have the opportunity to partake in excursions to archaeological sites, cruises along the Canal of Isthmus, as well as enjoy art events, concerts, performances and exhibitions.

Awards & Prizes

Certificates of participation.
Audience award.

Rules & Terms

Rules to enter a film in the Festival:

Note 1: Upon selection, foreign films must have Greek subtitles embedded on the screen for the live screening. We can assist you with the Greek translation.

Note 2: Short and feature films produced within the last 36 months, not available for free viewing on YouTube, are eligible for submission.

Note 3: Additionally, directors who have previously participated with a film selection in the Cyprus International Film Festival and the Bridges International Film Festival in Nafplio and Corinth are invited to submit their films to the 'Bridges Loutraki' International Film Festival. This collaboration between the three festivals establishes a unique connection. The 'Bridges' International Film Festival conducts film screenings throughout the Peloponnese, across Greece, and worldwide.
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  • Piro Gjylameti

    A very hospitable festival, providing filmmakers from Greece and abroad the chance to showcase their works, showcasing movies across all the different genres. The festival managers were very friendly and helpful people, and the location of the festival is an amazing place: a small coastal city with a wonderful beach.

    September 2024
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  • Panagiota Vletsa

    I didn't manage to be present at the festival but the communication with the people organising the festival was perfect.
    To see our films "Hiking Paths of Life" and "Platedes" as an Official Selection was a special honor.

    September 2024
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  • alkistis voulgari

    Special thanks to Mrs Petra Terzi and the great hospitality of the BRIDGES LOUTRAKI INT'L Film Festival. It was a remarkable experience and a real honour to be part of this festival. Highly recommended.

    August 2024
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  • Aliki Ioanna Papapetrou

    It was an amazing experience, our first ever international premiere and we are honoured to receive BEST SHORT FILM AUDIENCE AWARD. The organization took as much care as possible for a holistic experience, while maintaining a cool attitude towards all participants, exhibitors and visitors. Festivals should stay alive and grow!

    August 2024
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  • Nikos Kourou

    It is a great pleasure and honor for us to participate once again in this very welcoming and awesome festival. It is the best film festival in Greece and one of the best in the world. We wish you for many more years of showing interesting films by independent filmmakers!

    August 2024
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