Playbox Shorts Festival is a student film festival held in Zagreb, Croatia. The festival's goal is to promote the work of young filmmakers and provide them with a platform to showcase their work to a wider audience.

The third edition of the festival will take place from October 9 to 11, 2025, in Zagreb. The festival will feature twelve short fiction films directed by students from all around the world.

The festival is organized by the student association Playbox Production, which is dedicated to promoting film and video art.

The festival jury is composed of film professionals and students. The jury will select the best films in the following categories:

Jury Award
Audience Award

The festival is open to all students of film and video art from all around the world. Films submitted to the festival must be up to 20 minutes long and must have been produced in the last two years.

Overall Rating
Quality
Value
Communication
Hospitality
Networking
  • Abner Maximus Fernando

    Attending the Playbox Shorts Film Festival was an unforgettable experience that exceeded my expectations as a film student. The festival is nothing short of grand and majestic, a true celebration of the art of filmmaking. From the moment I arrived, it was clear that this wasn’t just another student film festival—it was an event that rivalled some of the top-class film festivals around the world.

    The organization and hospitality were impeccable. Every aspect was flawlessly executed, from the smooth registration process to the well-curated schedule of screenings, panels, and networking events. The staff were professional and welcoming, making every guest feel part of something truly special. It's rare to find a student film festival that operates on such a world-class level, but Playbox Shorts delivered exactly that.

    I was fortunate enough to win an award at the festival, which allowed me to truly experience the warmth of the Playbox Shorts community and the hospitality of Zagberg’s polite and welcoming people. This made my experience all the more meaningful, and I am incredibly grateful for the recognition.

    I’d like to extend my heartfelt thanks to the organizers, who are the five pillars of this grand event. Their dedication, passion, and commitment to creating a platform for student filmmakers to shine is nothing short of inspiring. They ensured that every participant felt valued, and their hard work transformed Playbox Shorts into a larger-than-life experience.

    For anyone serious about film, Playbox Shorts is the ultimate destination. Whether you're showcasing your work or simply soaking in the experience, it's the best place to gain exposure, learn, and be part of an extraordinary celebration of film.

    October 2024