Ignite Your Passion at BERLIN INTERNATIONAL SHORTFILM SUMMER 2024: Immerse Yourself in Film, Freedom, and Connection.

HOT TIMES, HOT FILMS, COOL MINDS. This editions slogan: "kurze Filme, lange Nächte -short films, long nights"

Calling all storytellers! Are you ready to unleash your vision on the vibrant stage of Berlin?

"HOTSHOTS BERLIN", the festivals nickname, an electrifying international short film festival, is more than just screenings - it's a community event for bold minds and daring films. Join us this September (August 31st - September 4rd) in the heart of Berlin and dive into a world of powerful shorts, thought-provoking discussions, and unforgettable connections.

Experience the Hotness:

LIVE Screenings: Immerse yourself in captivating stories under the Berlin sky. All selected films get screened, followed by engaging Q&A sessions with filmmakers.
Red Carpet Glamour: Walk the red carpet with your crew, bask in the spotlight, and rub shoulders with fellow cinephiles.
Award Ceremony & Aftershow Party: Celebrate excellence with dazzling trophies and revel in the energy of filmmakers connecting over live DJ sets.
Short Film Summer Parties: Mingle with filmmakers and attendees, exchange ideas, and dance the night away under the stars.

More Than Just Films:

Community Focus: We stand for freedom, democracy, equality, and empowerment. Join us in fostering discourse and widening perspectives.
Celebrating Diversity: Showcase your unique voice and connect with a global audience. All perspectives are welcome (based on respect and tolerance).
Amplifying Talent: We reward outstanding storytelling. Win prestigious awards like "Proud Else Berlin" and gain exposure to industry professionals.
Supportive Environment: Get valuable feedback from our jury and connect with potential collaborators.

Submit Your Film & Be Part of the Heat:

around 90 Short Film Slots + 10 Bonus Awards: Get your work seen by passionate audiences and industry experts.

Submission Fees Fuel the Festival: Your investment keeps HOTSHOTS BERLIN thriving and accessible to all. Early Bird & Filmmaker Discounts: Submit early and celebrate your selection with special festival passes.

Don't Miss the Spark! Submit your film and join us for an unforgettable summer experience.

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Awards & Prizes

Best short film overall (up to 30min)

THE 24 HOTSHOT - Audience hot choice award
Audience choice - best actor / actress

SCRIPT COMPETITION AWARD
PHOTOGRAPHY COMPETITION

Best script
Best photography (film)
Best actor / actress

Best costume / art design
Best music / score / sound
Best student film
Best no-budget film
Best film under 1.000 EUR budget
Best experimental fiction
Best documentary (all lengths)

Best concept / idea
Sensitivity award / unique narrative
Special prize intercultural bridge-building
Special prize contemporary gender discourse
Special prize political awareness and free speech encouragement
Special prize - most relevant impact on society
Climate Change Special Awareness Award

BOLD AESTHETICS HOTSHOT - visuals award: best DJ enhancer at BISFS nights 2024

Rules & Terms

Films can be submitted without qualification demands and limitation of submission categories. BE JUST AWARE: all submitted films have to be in ENGLISH or include ENGLISH SUBTITLES.

Submitters need to have full rights to show the short films in public, the festival is not responsible if this rule is not applied, online the submitter can be held responsible in case of a violation.

SUBMITTING EXPLICITLY INCLUDES THE OFFICIAL ACCEPTANCE OF THESE RULES FULLY BY THE SUBMITTER WITH ALL CONSEQUENCES AND WITH FULL RESPONSIBILITY TAKEN BY THE SUBMITTING INDIVIDUAL:

Submitters can submit as many films as they want. The jury will judge without manipulation or any interference from others - including the festival organization - in which films are selected and eventually awarded. No promises to select or award films will be given to submitters before the jury's decision.

BIFSF has by submission the explicit right to publish any parts of the submitted material for its marketing and PR purposes, including announcements of the submission, selection or awarding - without any further permission needed or the rights owner being asked for their confirmation.

The festival organization has the right to disqualify or exclude films without compensation with relevant reason, only be overruled by a majority of the jury in case of the non-acceptance of the decision by the submitter within 2 weeks in written form after the organisations' decision.

We do our best for a beautifully relevant, advanced and joyful community event all attends can easily enjoy and take an active part in. We are looking forward to you supporting this approach to the fullest, to be part of an extraordinary, memorable and unique experience.

See you on the red carpet or at the dance floor!