Orlando Independent Film Festival, 15 May, 2026

The Palermo International Film Festival celebrates cinematic art within the dynamic cultural landscape of Palermo. Internationally recognized as a filming location for The White Lotus, the city provides a distinctive backdrop for this seasonal online festival. The program convenes filmmakers from diverse geographic and aesthetic contexts, presenting a broad spectrum of genres and formally accomplished […]

New Jersey International Short Festival is a seasonal event dedicated to international short films and short screenwriting across all genres. The festival aims to support independent cinema and literary arts by providing filmmakers and writers with a platform for recognition, promotion, online screening, and awards. Submissions are evaluated by a jury composed of film scholars, […]

Hawaii International Film Awards seeks independent projects across all genres, with a particular focus on low- or no-budget films and submissions from underrepresented regions. Entries are evaluated by a rotating panel of invited experts from academia and the film industry. From the Official Selection—chosen through a highly competitive process—the festival determines nominees and award winners. […]

Set against the cultural and cinematic landscape of Denver, the festival is dedicated to supporting and promoting independent filmmakers from around the world. Inspired by the region’s strong connection to film and visual culture, the event recognizes outstanding works based on artistic and technical merit across a variety of categories. By fostering community, creativity, and […]

The Cleveland Arthouse Film Awards (CAFA) showcases a curated selection of fiction and documentary features, short films, and media art, with a strong emphasis on emerging filmmakers and independent storytelling. Through screenings, discussions, exhibitions, and networking opportunities, the festival fosters dialogue, discovery, and creative exchange while supporting innovative works that challenge conventional boundaries and expand […]

The Austin International Art Festival is an IMDb-qualifying festival dedicated to short and feature films from around the world. Focused on artistic merit and cinematic quality, the festival operates on a seasonal basis, allowing filmmakers to receive results within a shorter timeframe. All submissions are reviewed by a jury composed of academics, industry professionals, and […]