Creativity is everywhere - we are proudly open to all kind of projects with no restriction as long as it is inventive and full of creativity. We are excited to be part of your journey and devoted to supporting and encouraging all-new content creators. All winners receive a River Stone International Film Festival laurel, certificate and will be shared across all of our social platforms.

Awards & Prizes

The winner will get Laurel and Certificate of award one winner from each category announced.

Rules & Terms

1) submissions through FilmFreeway only.

2) Download file is needed for the screening purpose.

3) All Genre acceptable.

4) Films selected for screening will be notified through email.

5) There is no production year barrier for submission.

6) You can submit as many as films you want.

7) Entry will not be valid without an entry fee.

8) No refund will be processed if the film is withdrawn/no accepted/disqualified or not shown for any other reason.

9) Festival committee's decision is final.

10) Rules & regulations may be changed by the festival committee without any intimation.

11) Festival does not deal with any copyright issues. All copyright issues should be resolved by the film submitter.

12) Filmmakers are allowed to use River Stone International Film Festival laurels on their winning/nominated/selected films ONLY. They can be used on posters as well as on other media available.

13) If you have submitted your film in the earlier season and would like to compete again for the next season then write us an email to get a special Waiver code (only applicable for the same film if the film is accepted as official selection/winner in the last edition, Non selected films not qualified under the rule).
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  • Arjun Menon

    Lovely to be a part of this Film Festival. Thank you for the Two Awards. Looking forward to the next.

    June 2026
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  • Jorge Morais

    As an independent filmmaker, it has been a real pleasure to take part in the River Stone International Film Festival, 2026.
    What we appreciated most is the spirit of openness the festival has, bringing together films from both national and international filmmakers and creating a space where all these voices can genuinely connect. For independent directors, that kind of platform is not just valuable, it’s necessary.
    Communication throughout the process was fast, clear, and always friendly, which made everything feel smooth and well supported. The festival’s presence on social media also stood out, helping the selected works reach a wider audience with care and consistency.
    Overall, River Stone feels like a festival with real heart: open, well organised, and committed to giving visibility to independent cinema from around the world. It’s exactly the kind of space independent filmmakers need, and it’s clear it will continue to grow in the coming years.
    We would highly recommend this festival to other filmmakers, and we truly hope to be part of future editions.

    Jorge Morais
    Director / In Half

    June 2026
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  • Karina Loerchner

    Thank you for including my film 'Nix's Symphony' in the River Stone International Film Festival! I'm glad to have been part of it!

    October 2024
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    Response from festival:

    Dear Karina Loerchner Thank you for your feedback.

  • Louis Salvatore Bellanti

    Merci, c'est un très bon festival...

    January 2023
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    Response from festival:

    Dear Louis Salvatore Bellanti Thank you for your feedback.

  • Donovan Smith

    Fantastic film festival! Will definitely be submitting again in the future. Thank you for selecting and screening our short film Grimoire Vol. 1. We appreciate it!

    January 2023
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    Response from festival:

    Dear Donovan Smith Thank you for your feedback.