Migration in Transit is a global festival that harnesses the power of cinema to delve into the complexities of migration, fostering empathy, inclusion, and intercultural dialogue. This event addresses multiple dimensions of human mobility, including:
Internal and International Migration: Movements of people within a country or across international borders in search of better opportunities or living conditions.
Refugees and Asylum Seekers: Individuals fleeing persecution, conflict, or human rights violations who seek protection in other countries.
Internally Displaced Persons: Those forced to leave their homes due to conflict, natural disasters, or violence but remain within their country’s borders.
Forced Migration: Displacements driven by war, persecution, economic crises, or climate disasters.
Migration, Environment, and Climate Change: Stories highlighting how environmental degradation, desertification, and extreme weather events compel people to leave their homes.
With its main hub in Peru (Piura, Trujillo, Moquegua, Lima) and international screenings in Brazil, Venezuela, Argentina, Spain, Colombia, Mexico, and the United States, the festival celebrates the stories of individuals embarking on a journey in search of a better future.
The festival invites filmmakers, students, and media artists from around the world to participate by presenting documentaries, fiction films, animations, music videos, and short films that depict migratory experiences from diverse perspectives.
Categories:
Best Documentary: Real-life stories that capture the essence and challenges of migration.
Best Fiction: Imaginative narratives exploring the migratory phenomenon from unique perspectives.
Short Film: Concise works that encapsulate the essential aspects and emotions of migration.
Experimental: Innovative productions that break traditional storytelling molds to depict migration narratives.
Animation: Animated accounts conveying migration experiences through creative and visually compelling perspectives.
Music Video: Videos that combine music and visual storytelling to address migration-related themes.
Video Podcast/Podcast: Audiovisual or audio-only productions analyzing or narrating migration stories in creative ways.
Wildlife Migration: Productions showcasing the migratory phenomena within the animal kingdom, exploring their impact and natural beauty.
A jury of filmmakers, scholars, and social leaders will evaluate entries based on their authenticity, narrative quality, and ability to foster intercultural understanding.
Certificates of Excellence: Official recognition for the best works in each category, highlighting their narrative, authenticity, and ability to foster intercultural understanding.
International Visibility: Selected films will be screened at international events and promoted on social media, increasing their global reach and recognition.
Inclusion in Awareness-Raising Activities: Outstanding works may be incorporated into educational campaigns and post-festival screenings, subject to participants’ authorization.
Automatic Participation in the “Yo Migrante” Documentary: All entrants will be part of this collaborative project that addresses migration realities on a global scale.