On Earth is a part of the On Art Film Festival - one of the biggest open-air film festival in Central Europe, with it’s 15th edition in 2026.

In 2024 we have decided to introduce a new sub-section of On Art Festival, to showcasing thought-provoking films that explore the intricate relationship between Earth, society, and the environment.

The Finale of the On Earth Film Festival is planned for November 2026 in the Pół na Puł, Puławska 20, Warsaw, Poland. During the 3-day celebration events such as film screenings, discussion panel, and live music will be taking place.

Submit if you are the author of a film closely related to the festival theme.

Show your movie to Polish audience! Be a part of On Earth Film Festival.

Awards & Prizes

Through a carefully curated selection of documentaries, short films, and feature films, the Festival aims to raise awareness and inspire meaningful dialogue about the challenges facing our planet and its inhabitants. From environmental crises to social change, On Earth invites viewers to engage with pressing global issues and reflect on their role in shaping a sustainable future.

The Festival is open to both categories of filmmakers: professional and independent.
All main genres: documentary, fiction, and animation, are accepted.

Our professional jury will choose:
25 short movies
15 medium or full-length movies.
The chosen films will be shown at the Festival.

You can submit your film to one of the 6 categories:

- Short professional (up to 12 mins)
- Short independent (up to 12 mins)
- Medium length professional (12 - 70 mins)
- Medium length independent (12 - 70 mins)
- Feature film professional (over 70 mins)
- Feature film independent (over 70 mins).

The best movies from each category will be rewarded diplomas. We do not award cash or material prizes.

Rules & Terms

1. The film is produced after the 1st of January 2024.

2. Earth, society, ecology, social problems, environment etc. should play a key role in the film.

3. All main genres are accepted: fiction, animation, documentary, video art, experimental.

4. Films with special method of screening, like 3D or VR glasses – are not accepted.

5. The Festival accepts submissions via FilmFreeway only. We don’t accept physical submissions via post or e-mail (i.e. DVD, flash drive).

6. Films in a language other than English or Polish must have English subtitles.

7. One author can submit any number of works but each film must have a separate entry and fee.

8. If selected, participants will be notified via e-mail. Information will appear on our web-site too.

9. The decisions of the Jury are final. The Festival will not inform about criteria of decisions.

10. Screening copy must be sent using online platforms with downloading options, such as Vimeo.com, WeTransfer.com, Google Drive, etc.

11. Recommended digital format: MPEG4 / H.264 codec, HD 1920x1080, stereo.

12. Entry to festival screenings is free for the public.

13. The Festival do not pay any fees to the authors for screening films and do not cover any expenses related to participation in the Festival, such as travel or accommodation costs.

14. By submitting the film you declare that you have a full copyright of the film and you accept screenings of the film during the Festival and 10 months after the end. You grant to the Festival a non-exclusive license to use the film in open-air screenings, indoor screenings and for general advertising materials and other promotional materials.

15. The Festival may use selected shots, information about the authors, photos or stills from the film - for advertising purposes on the website and social media.

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  • Sharmeen Ahmed

    On Earth is renowned for showcasing innovative and thought-provoking films worldwide. We are excited to be part of such a prestigious event and to share our film with a diverse audience. We want to thank the festival organizers for recognizing our work.

    December 2024
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