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Submissions Open for the 16th International Short Film Festival Cyprus

Published January 21, 2026, 13:36
Submissions Open for the 16th International Short Film Festival Cyprus

The 16th International Short Film Festival Cyprus (ISFFC) has begun accepting submissions. Organized by the Deputy Ministry of Culture and the Rialto Theatre, the festival aims to promote the art of cinema and showcase talented filmmakers. Short films (fiction, documentary, experimental, student, and animation) with a duration of up to 30 minutes are eligible to participate. Cypriot filmmakers can submit their films for both international and national awards, provided they are premieres in Cyprus. ISFFC is a partner of the European Film Academy and has the right to nominate a film for the European Film Awards. Submissions are made electronically through the platforms shortfilmdepot.com and filmfreeway.com, with a deadline of May 2nd, 2026. The festival will take place in Limassol, at the Rialto Theatre, from October 10th to 16th, 2026.