Welcome to the Buenos Aires Indie Shorts Awards (BAISA)! An international film festival based in Buenos Aires, Argentina! Ex. BUEIFF Channel! We keep innovating for you!

More categories, more films, and more prizes! Compete for the BAISA Trophy! Be part of the live event with your work!

We have two editions per year and an annual event to bring together the best of both in one place!

Awards & Prizes

* SHORT FILM (under 25min)
- Narrative
- Animation
- Documentary
- Experimental
- Horror
- LGTB
- Student

* FEATURE FILM (over 60min)
- Narrative
- Documentary

* SHORT FILM Under 10 minutes
* SHORT FILM Under 5 minutes
* 1 MINUTE SHORT FILM
* LONG SHORT FILM (between 25-59min)
* MUSIC VIDEO (under 10 min)
* BEST SCRIPT (pdf)
* BEST ORIGINAL SCORE (mp3)
* BEST Poster (photography)

* ADDITIONAL CATEGORIES
- Best Female Director
- Best Male Director
- Best Screenplay
- Best Cinematography

- All-Winners can request their BAISA Trophy!
- All Selected films will receive the Official Selection Laurel and can request an Official Certificate of participation

Rules & Terms

A - Movies of any genre are accepted. The film must be completed after January 1, 2022.
Ab - Only some Winner's films will be screened in the event.
Ac- Each filmmaker can submit as many projects as they wish.
B- All Winners will receive their Winner BAISA Certificates and laurels.
C- We don’t download data or accept Dropbox submissions. Please only send links to your media hosted on 3rd party servers such as Vimeo or YouTube.
D- Additional categories (Director, Cinematography, etc.) will be evaluated separately so that they will be considered as separate categories, any movie has the possibility of winning them.
E- The selection committees' and juries' decisions are final.
Eb- To participate, participants must pay a non-refundable registration fee.
F- Insults or threats to Festival staff are grounds for disqualification. That breaks the spirit of union and respect for this art.
G- Filmmakers and screenwriters retain 100% of the rights to their projects and materials that they submit to the Buenos Aires Indie Short Awards.
H- By submitting a film, you accept the bases and conditions of the Festival.
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  • Tereza Hirsch

    Being selected for the Buenos Aires Indie Shorts Awards was an absolute honor. The festival's vibrant atmosphere and genuine support from organizers, volunteers, and fellow filmmakers made it an unforgettable experience.

    The diverse lineup of films showcased incredible talent and innovation, inspiring audiences and fostering meaningful connections among creators. The awards ceremony was a highlight, highlighting the best in independent filmmaking and providing a platform for recognition.

    Overall, the Buenos Aires Indie Shorts Awards is a must-attend event for filmmakers and film enthusiasts alike. It's a celebration of creativity, diversity, and the power of storytelling. Thank you for an unforgettable experience!

    March 2024
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  • Alessandro Orlandi

    We are so thrilled to have won in the category Best Original Score with our music video 'In a Tamasic World' in the Buenos Aires Indie Shorts Awards. We thank the BAISA for this recognition!

    March 2024
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  • barbara peikert


    I am very honoured with Snowshine as a finalist. Thank you for the great + fast networking + communication. I really hope to participate again soon.

    March 2024
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  • Sal Mallimo

    This was an online experience for me.

    March 2024
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  • Steven Gebert

    great festival, thanks for everything

    March 2024
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