SIFCA - 19th to 27th September 2025

Set against the picturesque backdrop of the Greek Riviera, just south of Athens, the Saronikos International Festival of Creative Arts (SIFCA) is a haven for those passionate about the complex and fascinating workings of the film and TV industry.

For the final week of September, SIFCA welcomes a global community of talented professionals from diverse artistic disciplines that will be able to Immerse themselves in masterclasses and workshops that reveal the secrets behind the cinematic magic you see on screen.

Beyond networking and knowledge sharing, SIFCA offers an unforgettable experience in one of the world's most stunning destinations. Explore the historical wonders, pristine beaches, and vibrant towns of Greece, culminating in a visit to the iconic city of Athens. And don't forget to indulge in the delectable local cuisine!

SIFCA is committed to fostering talent and creativity within the performing arts and creative industries. Each year, we introduce innovative competitions that challenge individuals to showcase their skills and push their boundaries, offering a unique platform for artists to demonstrate their expertise. Unlike traditional awards that focus on the final product, our competitions invite artists to embark on a creative journey from concept to execution.

The 2024 SIFCA edition showcased a wealth of exceptional submissions. We're thrilled to announce the winners and honorable mentions of our competitions:

LET BE S.M.A.R.T. Short Film & Documentary Competition
Winner: "Three Hares" by Paloma Baeza captivated us with its elegant simplicity, powerful narration, and poignant message of environmental respect.
Honorable Mention: "The Forest of the Money Bees" by Erwan Le Gal.

Short Script Competition
Winner: 'The Wedding Veil of the Proud Princess' by Anna-Ester Volozh, an original story with stunning art direction and colour palette.
Honourable Mention: 'Amy and the Frog' by Paul Williams, charming and engaging.

Short Script Competition
Winner: Teenage writer Ava Bounds' "The Witches of Pool Bottom" stood out for its originality and thought-provoking exploration of teenage insecurities.
Honorable Mention: "Purgatorio" by Hakan Ünal .

Craft Competitions
VFX Award: "You and Me" by YuYu Wang impressed with its visually stunning effects.
Best Pitch Deck: "Little Cowboys" by Maria Corso delivered a convincing presentation.

SIFCA is a collaborative effort brought to life by the 529 Club, Webra Group, Women's International Group South (WIGS), Young Volunteers in Action, and the generous support of the local Municipality.

Founded in 2009 at Pinewood Studios in the UK, the 529 Club has evolved into a thriving global community of creative professionals in the film and media industry, boasting over 10,500 members worldwide.
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Awards & Prizes

WE HAVE PLANNED NEW COMPETITIONS!

Here are this year's competitions
SIFCA Short Screenplay Award
SIFCA Short Film Award
SIFCA Artificial Intelligence Award
SIFCA Story Board Award

Rules & Terms

GENERAL RULES AND TERMS
Applicants understand that submission of their work allows the Festival and affiliated organisations to use their selected work for screening, education and publicity purposes related to the Festival. The submission fee is not refundable. If the film is selected for the Festival, the submitting party must bear all shipping and postage costs for all materials sent to and returned from SIFCA. Digital files are preferred. All submissions must be in English. Any film that is not in English must have English subtitles. SIFCA will create Greek subtitles for the selected films and applicant must provide srt files.
At least Full HD resolution is requested for the screenings. The festival dates are subject to change. SIFCA Awards are in digital form, as a signed PDF, to respect the environment. The physical trophy is optional and available upon request and a fee.

THE JURY
Our Judging Team comprises international professionals from diverse fields of the creative industry, tasked with selecting the best films, projects, and artists across all categories. Updates will follow.

DATA PROTECTION
We will use any personal data that you submit to us as part of the details of your submission to evaluate your submission. We will store your data to contact you about future festivals and events that you may be interested in from either ourselves or third parties. We will also use your data as part of our internal surveys to assess the submissions. You are in control of your data and should you wish to delete your data, you may request for us to do this at any time. Asking us to delete your data before the end of the festival will withdraw your submission from the festival and no refunds will be given. To withdraw consent to use your data and delete it from our systems, please email us with your request.

INDEMNIFICATION
By submitting your project to SIFCA, you confirm that you have the rights or have secured all necessary rights and clearances for its submission. You further assert that the submitted material is free from any current or potential litigation. Additionally, you agree to hold SIFCA harmless from any damage or loss of materials during transit to, from, or at the festival, assuming all legal responsibilities. In agreeing to these terms, you grant SIFCA the right to use excerpts, stills, and trailers from your submission for publicity and marketing purposes at the 2024 festival, as well as for other non-commercial promotional activities related to the event. Furthermore, you agree to indemnify SIFCA in the event that such rights have not been correctly transferred.
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  • Calliopi Villy Kotoula

    Thank you so much for the short film award for our short film PORFYRI LEMONIA.

    We are so honored!!!!
    See you next year!
    www.creativeiconfilms.com

    October 2025
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  • Helga Smit

    SIFCA will always have a special place in my heart now, as this was the very first screenwriting competition that I entered and my Somewhere over the Rainbow won their competition. They contacted me right away and all communication went well and they were really polite and nice. They have broadcasted my short thank you video on their festival and will organise a table read. Jeeeej! I recommand everyone to enter SIFCA.

    October 2023
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