Monza Film Fest

Monza Film Fest is an international festival dedicated to discovering and celebrating the next generation of genre filmmakers. We welcome visionary storytellers from every corner of the world, creating a platform where creativity, originality, and passion matter more than budgets or big productions.

We believe that every great film starts with a great idea.

Whether your project was made with a professional crew or a handful of friends, we're looking for films that surprise us, move us, and stay with us long after the credits roll.

A FESTIVAL THAT GIVES EVERY FILM A REAL OPPORTUNITY

Unlike festivals that announce all results at once, Monza Film Fest holds private jury screenings every two months, ensuring every submission receives dedicated attention.

Award winners from each judging session are announced during the first week of the following month on our website and social media channels.

The best winning films will be invited to the Official Final Event on October 2, 2026, hosted at the prestigious Capitol Anteo SpazioCinema Monza, where selected films will be screened before an audience of filmmakers and cinema lovers.

WE LOVE INDEPENDENT CINEMA

We know that independent filmmaking is built on determination, imagination, and countless hours of hard work.

That's why our jury evaluates each film primarily for its:

- Originality
- Storytelling
- Directing
- Artistic vision
- Emotional impact

Production budget is never the deciding factor.

SUBMISSION REQUIREMENTS

Only short films with a maximum runtime of 30 minutes are eligible.

All genres are welcome.

🌍 FREE SUBMISSION COUNTRY

Every edition, Monza Film Fest selects one featured country whose filmmakers can submit their films free of charge.

Please note that films must genuinely originate from the selected country to qualify for the free submission opportunity.

📚 BONUS: More Visibility for Every Submission

Every film submitted to Monza Film Fest is automatically listed to ShortMovieDatabase.com, an international platform dedicated to independent cinema.

No additional forms.
No additional fees.

Just another opportunity for your work to be discovered by filmmakers, industry professionals, programmers, and film lovers around the world.

OUR FESTIVAL NETWORK

Monza Film Fest is proud to be part of a growing community of festivals committed to promoting independent cinema. Our partner festivals include:

• Assurdo Film Festival
https://filmfreeway.com/Assurdo

• Reale Film Festival
https://filmfreeway.com/RealeFilmFestival

• Milano Indie Movie Awards
https://filmfreeway.com/MilanoIndie

• Night of Shorts
https://filmfreeway.com/Nightofshorts

We don't just collect submissions.

We discover filmmakers.

If you have a story that deserves to be seen, we can't wait to watch it.