WENIFF is a documentary and short film festival in Ålesund, Norway.

Taking place at the west coast of Norway in the town of Ålesund, the picturesque setting aims to inspire new ideas into filmmakers all over the world.

Exchange experiences while being entertained and challenged. A few rare days with opportunities to make friendship over borders you normally would not cross.

Best Short Film
Best national short film
Best Manuscript
Best Camera
Best Documentary
Audience Award

Overall Rating
Quality
Value
Communication
Hospitality
Networking
  • Zhivko Zidarov

    It was an amazing pleasure to attend the West Nordic International Film Festival. From the extraordinary films and organisation, to the beauty of Ålesund, Norway, it truly was an honor to be part of this festival. I met some incredible people and managed to learn a lot more on how to make a great film. A wonderful film festival that you shouldn't miss out on!

    April 2026
  • Sabina Jacobsson

    Thank you for inviting me and for screening my film "breathe in, breathe out". We had a very nice time at your festival!!

    March 2026
  • Sune Eskelinen

    WENIFF is a fantastic festival. The entire festival team is so welcoming and generous. The atmosphere was wonderful the whole time. The screenings take place in a very beautiful venue in the city center. Every evening, the festival invited the participants to mingle at a nearby restaurant. We are so happy that you wanted to show our film. I will carry the memories from Ålesund with me for the rest of my life.

    March 2026
  • Emil T. Jonsson

    WENIFF is a wonderful festival run by an incredible team. It was an absolute honor to attend, and we truly appreciated the warm hospitality and generous accommodations. The event itself was outstanding, featuring a thoughtfully curated selection of exceptional shorts. We were thrilled to take home the Best Photography award for our short Night Games! Leaving with an award, flowers, wonderful connections, and unforgettable memories—what more could we ask for? Thank you, WENIFF!

    March 2025
  • Fantastic festival run by good, enthusiastic people. Don’t let size fool you as this “small” festival has workshops, master classes and a great selection of films in the midst of beautiful Ålesund. Tusen takk/thank you/qujanaq for awarding my short film Entropy with the award for Best Documentary. Such an honour to screen at your festival

    March 2025