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The Bari Puglia International Film Festival takes place in one of the most fascinating regions of Italy. Bari is a place where ancient and modern meet. Its suggestive locations, its rich gastronomic culture and the hospitality of its inhabitants create a welcoming and vibrant atmosphere.

The province of Bari, surrounded by its small municipalities, promotes the film industry and enriches the cultural experience of all participants.

Choosing the baronial castle of Bitritto as the location for the Bari Puglia International Film Festival means immersing yourself in a unique context. With its history and charm, it represents an ideal setting to celebrate the cinema and cultural heritage of Puglia.

The final award ceremony will take place in December. It will be a stage for local and international talents.

The festival does not set any genre limits, each participant can propose their own idea of cinema free from any constraint.

During the ceremony, the winners will be announced and the most noteworthy short films will be screened.

Our internal jury is always on the lookout for new cinematic identities and can't wait to get to work.

Awards & Prizes

- Best Movie
- Best Direction
- Best Cinematography
- Best Actor/Actress
- Honorable Mention

All selected films will receive the official laurel in case of selection and/or victory.

Rules & Terms

1. Short films with a duration between a minimum of 5 minutes and a maximum of 40 minutes are allowed.
2. National and international works are allowed.
3. Works in any language with respective English subtitles integrated are allowed.
4. Works in Italian may not integrate English subtitles.
5. Works of any genre except pornographic works are allowed.
6. Selected works may be considered by the jury worthy of participation in the screening during the awards ceremony.
7. The participant is responsible for their work and any copyright issues. The participant holds all rights regarding the use of their work. The festival has no responsibility towards third parties and may refuse the film if the content or technical quality does not meet adequate usability standards.
8. Works submitted must not have been completed before 2021.
9. The payment of the registration fee is non-refundable, the festival is not responsible for any shipping by the participant.
10. The payment of the registration fee implies acceptance of the rules and conditions listed. By submitting, the participant accepts the terms without exceptions.
11. The festival may showcase submitted materials at screening events and/or artistic events in general, ensuring in such cases the promotion and publicity of the works.
12. Works that have participated in previous editions are not eligible for submission.
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  • Sean Dugan

    Dario, Stefano and their team are off to an amazing start with a festival that communicates clearly, professionally and often. We are honored to have had Telling be one of five Finalists for Best Direction (Congrats, Louis Salvatore Bellanti FTW!) and look forward to submitting again in the future and attending in person to experience the beauty of the Adriatic coast, the splendor of Bari and what is undoubtedly some of the finest hospitality in Italy. Grazie a tutti!

    December 2025
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  • Louis Salvatore Bellanti

    A very well organized festival run by people who are truly passionate about cinema and deeply respectful of filmmakers. Don’t hesitate to submit your film, it will be given the attention it deserves. Thank you for the warm welcome.
    Un festival molto ben organizzato, curato da persone appassionate di cinema e profondamente rispettose dei registi. Non esitate a iscrivere il vostro film: verrà valorizzato come merita. Grazie per la splendida accoglienza.

    December 2025
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