This is the first film festival in Russia dedicated to mental health and psychological well-being.

We are especially interested in films that challenge stereotypes, offer diverse perspectives, and explore the complexity of inner experiences. The festival aims to reduce stigma around mental health by sharing personal stories and fostering empathy between filmmakers, professionals, and audiences.

We welcome films that explore psychological experiences and mental health topics, including (but not limited to): depression, schizophrenia, bipolar disorder, derealisation, emotional burnout, and complex family relationships.

Please note that we do not accept films primarily focused on neurodevelopmental or cognitive conditions (such as autism or Alzheimer’s disease), or on substance-related addictions.

Our screenings regularly take place with full audiences, followed by engaged discussions and Q&A sessions with filmmakers and invited experts.

If you are unable to afford the submission fee, please feel free to contact us at RMHfilmfest@gmail.com — we aim to keep the festival accessible and are happy to support filmmakers when possible.

Awards & Prizes

All selected films receive Finalist status, along with official diplomas and festival gifts.

Rules & Terms

The festival accepts feature films, short films, feature documentaries, short documentaries, and animation.

All films must have been completed on or after January 1, 2025.

All films must be submitted via an online screener.

Feature films (narrative and documentary) must be over 60 minutes in length.

Short films (narrative and documentary) must be under 60 minutes in length.

Animation and student films of any length are accepted.

All submission fees are non-refundable.

All entries must include English or Russian subtitles.
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  • Irene Semenova

    There is no such fest in Russia speaking so much about mental health. So its very important to have one, and being a part of it was extremely flattering. I was happy my film was seen and shown to Russian audience. Hope to be a part of this festival next time too
    And hope this festival grows bigger and become a huge part of a cultural life of Russia. Thanks for having my movie!

    October 2025
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  • Zachariah Steele

    Although I wasn’t able to attend the festival in person, the experience from afar was truly exceptional! The communication throughout the process was clear, timely, and professional, and I felt genuinely supported and appreciated as a filmmaker. The team’s dedication to showcasing my story was evident in every interaction, making it a rewarding experience despite the distance.

    October 2025
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  • Mauricio Molina

    Very beautiful festival with an important themes and messages. We loved the screenings in different cities. It’s a festival with an important role in the circuit and we are so grateful that they choose our work.
    We have only one advise: in the future we suggest to improve the channels of communication with foreign productions.

    November 2024
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  • Veronika Avkhacheva

    Хочу высказать огромную благодарность организаторам фестиваля! В этом году мы участвовали первый раз в категории депрессия с нашим коротким метром «У меня всё нормально». Ребята смогли привлечь огромную аудиторию и поговорить на очень важные темы ментального здоровья! После такого масштабного мероприятия хочется дальше снимать и стараться делать что-то полезное!

    October 2024
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  • VERONICA PAMOUKAGHLIAN

    A wonderful festival. Very good communication. We are so happy that there was a discussion panel with psychologists after our projection. And the screenings are well attended. We thoroughly recommend this festival

    October 2024
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