SHIFT Film Forum 2023

SHIFTING DISTANCE

We celebrate the ninth edition of the SHIFT Film Festival organised by film hub CineSud!
For its ninth edition, the SHIFT Film Festival comes back to a complete physical edition: Film Pitch, Short Film Competition & Made in Limburg, special screenings, networking drinks and workshops to learn all there is to know about the film world: discover international new talents, learn from experienced professionals, get to know each other and exchange.
Take this opportunity to discover and learn from international and local makers: watch international films from, and have a chance to discuss them through our Q&A sessions and Filmmakers talks. Broaden your horizons, and master the many intricacies of the filmmaking crafts, through our workshops, hosted by accomplished makers keen on sharing their knowledge, and willing to give the keys needed to apprehend all aspects of filmmaking.

Check out festival's previous edition here: bit.ly/Shiftff2022, bit.ly/shift22aftermovie!

#NOWAR #PRAYFORUKRAINE With great sadness and hope we support the Ukrainian nation with the war against Russia! We pray for every family, every child to be safe and healthy and for this war to finish as soon as possible. Therefore, short films from the Russian Federation are not welcome at this festival.

Awards & Prizes

• Best Film (€250)
• Special Jury Mention (€100)
• Audience Award

SHIFT Film Pitch:
€2.000 in cash for your next production (everyone can submit to pitch, also filmmakers who don't have a film in selection of the festival, check www.cinesud.nl).

Rules & Terms

1. For the films produced in 2021, 2022 and 2023.
2. Only the films or producer/director from the following countries are eligible to submit: Netherlands, Belgium, Germany, Luxembourg.
2. The maximum running time for shorts is 20 minutes (including credits).
3. Films in every genre can be submitted (e.g. fiction, documentary, animation, experimental and more).
4. Titles produced in languages other than English must have legible English subtitles or dubbed in English.
5. Submissions only via FilmFreeway.com, with online screeners (downloadable preferred). Additional materials such as credits, synopsis, stills, director’s biography and headshot are obligatory.
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  • Miriam Harris

    A wonderful festival! Hugely committed to a variety of approaches to cinema, and the interactions with the filmmakers and support provided were incredibly generous. Although I participated virtually, the festival atmosphere was palpable in the communications involved, and there was a sense of friendliness, intelligence, and excellent organisation. I was so impressed, and it was an absolute privilege to participate.

    September 2022
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  • Alix Austin

    The SHIFT Team did an incredible job with their hybrid event. Not only was there an in person screening, they were also extremely mindful and engaged with the online screenings and engaged the filmmakers on multiple levels, including workshops - which not many festivals offer at this level.

    They also do great Case Studies with the individual films which they host on their website, which is just a great idea!

    We felt very well taken care of and felt so lucky to be a part of this great festival!

    October 2021
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  • Philippe Safire

    SHIFT Film Festival is wonderful and I was honored that my film "SPELL" was selected. I was impressed by the festival program, both in-person and online! The SHIFT Film Festival team put together an inspiring event for people who love cinema and want to learn more about its industry.

    September 2021
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  • Inara Chayamiti

    SHIFT Film Festival created a great online experience and promoted a nice opportunity to connect with many talented people during the pandemic. It was a pleasure to participate with my experimental documentary "Raam" ("Window").

    September 2020
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  • Jörgen Scholtens

    Great festival. Very nice to be a part of this festival with my movie Cuckoo! Great masterclasses, and very nice to get in touch with other filmmakers!

    September 2020
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