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SWFF is an independent film festival based in Sofia, Bulgaria.
Sofia is a diverse and fast-paced metropolitan city; in addition, it's an internationally recognised hub for film production and education.

Awards & Prizes

Every Official Selection, Honorable Mentions and Winners will receive our Official Laurels. All Official Selection, Award Winners and Honorable Mentions will be listed on our website and social media. Best of the Season, are automatically qualified to compete at the annual event.
Our yearly winners will receive award certificates and goodie bags during the festival.

Rules & Terms

1.Films can be of any genre and come from anywhere in the world as the festival is an international competition.
2. We can use trailer/teaser/film poster/stills for promotional purpose (but do not release, under any form or circumstances, the full film)
3. All Entries must be in English/Bulgarian or with English subtitles
4. Entry fees are non-refundable
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  • Ken Sagoes

    We are honored and deeply grateful that our film “Socrates,” was selected as an Award Winner in your festival. The festival is well-organized with great communication. May the festival continue to provide filmmakers with a platform that fosters creativity and self-expression.

    May 2026
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  • Dianne Lang

    I would like to thank Sofia World Film Festival for Selection for my music video “Bye Bye Baby. That is fantastic. There has been great communication. I am very honoured to be part of this festival and will enter this competition again.

    April 2026
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  • Deborah Green

    Thanks to Sofia World Film Festival for selecting KALEIDOSCOPE COWBOY for all three screenplay awards we submitted to. While no actual wins were achieved, it was fun to be selected for so many! We hope the festival was a huge success!

    April 2026
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  • Ken Stewart

    Wonderful. Always great to have your work appreciated.

    April 2026
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  • Darrelle Radcliff

    Thanks for a great festival and choosing my script Back in the Saddle as an honorable mention

    April 2026
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