La Garriga Film Fest

Independent Cinema with a Soul

Welcome to La Garriga Film Fest, an independent film festival that transforms the city into a meeting point for creators, dreamers, and lovers of the seventh art. Nestled in the modernist heart of Catalonia, this festival celebrates the power of cinema as a tool for artistic expression, social reflection, and shared emotion.

Why La Garriga?
La Garriga is not just a city — it’s a stage.
Located just 40 km from Barcelona, La Garriga blends history, modernist architecture, natural surroundings, and a vibrant cultural life. Walking through its streets is like discovering architectural gems, centuries-old thermal springs, and a community deeply committed to art and culture.

That spirit inspires every screening and every encounter during the festival.

Cine Alhambra: A Century-Old Treasure
The selected films are screened at the Cine Alhambra, one of the oldest cinemas still operating in Catalonia. With its classic charm and a year-round curated program, the Alhambra is more than just a cinema — it's the cinematic soul of La Garriga.

During the festival, it becomes the epicenter of dialogue, emotion, and discovery.

Why Participate?
If you're an independent filmmaker, La Garriga Film Fest is your space to:

Showcase your work in an authentic setting devoted to auteur cinema.
Connect with fellow creators, producers, and programmers in an inspiring and intimate environment.
Compete for awards in various categories: fiction, documentary, experimental, young filmmaker, short film, and more.

We’re not looking for big budgets — we’re looking for powerful stories.

For the Public
La Garriga Film Fest is not just for professionals. It’s an open, accessible, and welcoming event with activities for all ages:

Completely free screenings
Special sections for local and international cinema

For artists:
If you are from outside the country and intend to attend the festival, please let us know via the official email address as soon as possible so we can notify you in advance. If you cannot attend, you can still send a short introductory video about your project. Attendance is not mandatory in any case.

Awards & Prizes

-Best Short Film
-Best Independent Short Film
-Best Music Video
-Best Feature Film
-Best Independent Feature Film
-Best Documentary
-Best Short Script
-Best Feature Script
-Best First time Screenwriter
-Best Filmmaker
-Best Female Filmmaker
-Best First Time Filmmaker
-Best Producer
-Best Cinematography
-Best Edit
-Best Sound / Soundtrack
-Best Trailer
-Best Poster
-Best Animated Film
-Best Experimental Film
-Best Drama
-Best Comedy
-Best Horror/Thriller
-Best Sci-Fi/Fantasy
-Best LGBTQ
-Best Serie/Web/Pilot Tv

Rules & Terms

La Garriga Film Fest – Submission Guidelines 2026-2027
1. General Information
La Garriga Film Fest is an international short film festival based in La Garriga. Our goal is to promote independent filmmaking and give maximum exposure to every participating project. We celebrate creativity, diversity, and storytelling in all its forms.

2. Submission Categories
Short Films: Maximum duration of 30 minutes (including credits).

Short Scripts: Maximum length of 30 pages.

Independent Short/student: Less than 5.000 euros budget

3. Accepted Languages
We accept projects in Catalan, Spanish, English, or French.

If your project is in another language, subtitles in at least one of the four accepted languages are required.

4. Promotion and Exposure
Our number one objective is to promote your work.
Every submitted project in "All categories" will receive promotion on our official Instagram account.

By submitting, you grant La Garriga Film Fest permission to use:

A still frame or poster from your project.

The official synopsis or a brief description.

This content will be used solely for promotional purposes related to the festival and will always credit the creator.

5. Eligibility and Requirements
There are no production date restrictions. You can submit a project for 2022, 2020, or any other year you wish.

We don't require a regional premiere.

Submissions must be original works owned by the applicant.

6. Rights and Permissions
By submitting to La Garriga Film Fest, you confirm that:

You hold all necessary rights to the material submitted.

You grant the festival non-exclusive rights to exhibit the film/script during the festival and use promotional materials (poster, stills, synopsis) for marketing and social media purposes. In some cases, we may use a maximum of one minute of your project's footage. For promotional purposes only.

As a festival with free admission for attendees and non-commercial purposes, the festival does not pay screening fees.

7. Selection and Awards
A selection committee will review all entries. Selected projects will be notified via email.
Awards and special mentions may be granted at the discretion of the jury.

8. Festival Schedule and Organization Rights
The organization reserves the right to change festival dates, schedules, or venues at any time without prior consent from participants, if deemed necessary for logistical or organizational reasons.

9. Acceptance of Terms
By submitting your project, you accept these rules and regulations in their entirety.
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  • Zachary Nichols

    Great festival experience overall. Communication was clear and friendly throughout, and the organizers were genuinely supportive of filmmakers. I was honored to receive multiple awards, and the whole process felt thoughtful and well run.

    June 2026
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    Response from festival:

    Thank you so much, Zachary. We loved "Variations on Violence." It's masterfully filmed, like the great independent directors, and we're sure it will be a huge success at festivals around the world.

  • Shafayet Mansoor

    La Garriga Film Fest provided a wonderful experience from submission through to the final results. What stood out most was the personal communication and genuine support shown to filmmakers throughout the process. Despite being a growing festival, the team demonstrated professionalism, warmth, and a clear passion for independent cinema.

    The festival also attracted a strong selection of films, making the recognition even more meaningful. It is clear that the organisers care deeply about creating a positive environment for filmmakers while maintaining high standards in the selection process.

    I am honoured to have been part of the festival and grateful for the recognition received. I would highly recommend La Garriga Film Fest to filmmakers looking for a welcoming, well-organised festival that genuinely supports and celebrates creative talent.

    Thank you to the entire team for your hard work and dedication. I look forward to following the festival's continued growth and success.

    June 2026
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    Response from festival:

    Thank you so much for this beautiful and comprehensive review Shafayet! Your words perfectly capture everything we strive to achieve here at La Garriga Film Fest. We are deeply grateful for your recognition of our team’s hard work, passion, and the high standards of our official selection. Knowing that you felt genuinely supported means the world to us. Thank you for being a part of our growth!

  • Pablo Cristo Navarro

    Muy feliz de haber formado parte de esta edición del festival. De verdad que ha sido un honor ganar el premio a Mejor Cortometraje Documental.

    También agradezco mucho al equipo del festival por mantenerse en constante comunicación conmigo.

    ¡Por más ediciones de La Garriga Film Fest!

    June 2026
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    Response from festival:

    ¡Gracias por tu reseña y felicidades por el premio Pablo! Para nosotros es fundamental mantener un trato cercano y constante con los creadores, así que nos hace muy felices saber que te sentiste acompañado. Gracias por el apoyo a La Garriga Film Fest, ¡nos vemos en la próxima edición!

  • Rhonda Yates

    I am thrilled to have my short screenplay LEGION selected as an award winner! The La Garriga Film Fest team has been professional, prompt, and encouraging to me as a screenwriter. I cannot wait to submit the finished film product for consideration as well. Thank you for supporting writers and creatives!

    June 2026
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    Response from festival:

    Congratulations again on your win, and thank you for the feedback! We take great pride in maintaining professional and prompt communication with our creators. Knowing that you’re inspired to submit the final film product is the best news we could get. Best of luck with the production, and we look forward to seeing it on screen!

  • Rosa Maria Roccatagliata

    Great festival with excellent communication throughout the entire process. The team was always responsive, professional, and supportive. I was also honored to win the Best Short Film award with my short film “9,99”. A wonderful experience that I highly recommend to filmmakers.

    June 2026
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    Response from festival:

    Thank you so much for your wonderful review Rosa Maria! We are absolutely thrilled to hear that you felt supported by our team throughout the process. It was a true honor to award “9,99” with Best Short Film—congratulations again! Thank you for recommending us, and we wish you the best with your future projects.