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.

Awards & Prizes

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.

Rules & Terms

1. Screening Rights:
The participant must hold all copyrights and necessary permissions to exhibit their work.
By entering the festival, the participant grants the organizers the right to screen the film during the event and in subsequent awareness activities, with prior communication and authorization from the participant.

2. Promotional Use:
The materials submitted (trailer, poster, stills) may be used to promote the festival across media outlets and social networks.

3. Liability Disclaimer:
The festival is not responsible for any claims related to copyright or unauthorized content usage by the participant.

4. Format and Quality:
Any film not meeting the minimum technical requirements may be disqualified.

5. Jury Decisions:
The jury’s decisions are final and cannot be appealed.

5 Reviews
Overall Rating
Quality
Value
Communication
Hospitality
Networking
  • Milad Ahmadi

    I am honored that the film 'Shadow Department' became a semi-finalist in your festival. Thank you.
    The only thing I didn't understand was that at the first, in the Film Freeway , I received a message that my film was a semi-finalist. But later it was changed to the Official Selection. I didn't understand which one was correct in the end.

    October 2025
    Helpful
  • German Ramos Brinez

    Congratulations to the organizers and collaborators for this magical festival that highlights the social drama of migration. Thank you for the official selection of my music video, and I look forward to the next edition.

    October 2025
    Helpful
  • İdil BERK

    Being at the finals was great. Thanks...

    October 2025
    Helpful
  • Panayiotis Christophorou

    Although it looks an interesting festival, no feedback until announcement of results. Festivals need to relate with participants.

    October 2025
    Helpful
  • Evrim İnci

    The festival has a major communication gap. There was no one to invite anyone or to announce the festival or event.
    If they don't address these shortcomings in the coming years, they won't be able to raise international awareness. Festival directors who are tackling a valuable topic simply don't care.

    October 2025
    Helpful