Welcome to the 8th Annual Ravenheart International Film Festival (RIFF), taking place in the vibrant heart of Oslo, Norway!

As Norway's only film festival dedicated exclusively to fantastic cinema, RIFF is unique in Scandinavia, recognized among the "Top 100" reviewed festivals on FilmFreeway. Each year, our festival has experienced remarkable growth and excitement, consistently appearing on and off FilmFreeway's prestigious list of the top 100 best-reviewed film festivals worldwide over the past five years.

Our mission is to connect domestic and international filmmakers through the universal language of film. While we celebrate all forms of cinema, we place a special emphasis on fantastic genres, including Sci-Fi, Horror, Fantasy, Thriller, Dark Comedy, and more. RIFF is not just a festival; it is a vibrant gathering for filmmakers, cinema lovers, and creative weirdos to unite, share their passions, and revel in the captivating world of genre films.

We warmly invite submissions from all genres as we strive to showcase the finest work from around the globe. Our live event will provide an enriching experience for everyone involved. We also encourage aspiring filmmakers and students to come together, inspire each other, and elevate their storytelling craft.

As we approach this year's event, please visit our website for the latest information and updates. (www.ravenheartfilmfestival.com)

If you are passionate about high-quality genre films and want to join the Northern Flock, now is the time! Submit your film, pack your bags, leave your nest, and FLOCK ON over to Norway!

We are the FLOCK...

WE ARE RAVENHEART!

Awards & Prizes

RAVENHEART TROPHY:
Festival Choice Award
Best Feature Film
Best Short Film
Best Documentary
Best Horror Short Film
Best Sci-Fi/Fantasy Short Film
Best Beyond Fantastic
Best Dark Comedy
Best Animation
Best Student
Best Micro-Short

CERTIFICATE AWARD:
Best Music Video
Best Director
Best Actor
Best Actress
Best Cinematography
Best Special Makeup FX

Rules & Terms

TERMS AND CONDITIONS FOR ENTRY SUBMISSION:

Films submitted must have been completed after January 1, 2024. We will notify you by April 28th, 2026, if your film is officially selected. Please ensure your email and contact information are correct and up to date on FilmFreeway. All submissions must be sent in no later than May 6th, 2026. All films delivered after April 24th, 2026, will be considered for the following year's festival unless otherwise negotiated in advance.

All entries officially selected grant Ravenheart the right to use footage from the screener and trailer. You also grant RIFF permission to screen your film at the event and use any material sent to us for Ravenheart's promotional purposes without constraints.

Physical screeners, such as DCP or Blu-ray, will not be returned (unless further negotiated; please don't send us your master copy). They must arrive at least two weeks before the event and be postmarked well before.
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  • Cleo Handler

    Thank you so much for everything, Ravenheart! We were so sad to not be able to attend in person this time but even long-distance, we had a wonderful experience. All of the communication, organization, and programming was excellent and very welcoming, and we hope to return soon!! Definitely recommend!

    January 2026
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  • Bulletproof Cupid

    We were truly honored to receive both ‘Best Director’ and ‘Best Short Film’ for Hearts of Stone at this wonderful festival, hosted in one of Oslo’s top-notch cinemas. Adam A. Losurdo and his team put together a fantastic event, with an exceptional selection of genre films and uniquely crafted awards that couldn’t be more fitting.

    I’m still bummed that I couldn’t attend in person, but the festival team kept me wonderfully informed every step of the way. I sincerely hope I’ll be fortunate enough to return with another film in the future—and that next time, I’ll be there in Oslo to celebrate alongside everyone.

    Thank you again to the festival, and… flock on!

    – Tom Van Avermaet
    Director, Hearts of Stone

    November 2025
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  • Gisela Chicolino

    A festival on this topic is truly necessary. Please keep working on generating this exquisite content for the audience. @films.ti.festivals

    September 2025
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  • Arto Halonen

    We're incredibly honored that our film After Us, the Flood won Best Feature Film. A truly inspiring festival that champions daring, independent voices. The communicating with the festival was amazing, and we are thrilled that we got to be a part of the festival!

    July 2025
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  • Jonathan Hammond

    Amazing festival. So honored to be a part of this year's lineup.

    June 2025
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