The 35mm İnternational Film Festival / İzmir in Turkey is a premier film festival that showcases the best in short and feature films from filmmakers from all over the world. The festival is known for its diverse selection of films, which range from independent arthouse films to mainstream commercial blockbusters.
The 35mm International Film Festival is a great opportunity for filmmakers to showcase their work to a global audience and to connect with other filmmakers and industry professionals. The festival also offers a number of awards to the best films in each category.
The festival is held annually in İzmir, Turkey, and is typically held in the fall. The festival lasts for several days and includes a variety of events, such as film screenings, panel discussions, and workshops.
35mm İnternational Film Festival / İzmir
Submission Guidelines
Eligibility:
Films submitted must be completed after January 1, 2023.
Open to filmmakers of all levels, both local and international.
Submission Categories:
Accepting submissions in various categories, including feature films, documentaries, short films, and student films.
Submission Format:
All submissions must be in digital format. Acceptable formats include MP4, MOV, or other widely accepted digital formats.
Submission Fee:
A non-refundable submission fee is required for each entry. Details on submission fees can be found on our submission platform.
Selection Process: Jury Selection
All submitted films will be reviewed by our expert jury panel.
Selections will be based on artistic merit, storytelling, and overall quality.
Screening Format:
Accepted films must be provided in high-resolution digital format for exhibition during the festival.
Festival Screenings:
The 35mm İnternational Film Festival / İzmir retains the right to screen accepted films at festival events and promotional activities.
Award Categories:
Awards will be given in various categories, including Best Feature Film, Best Short Film, Best Documentary, and Audience Choice Award.
Prizes:
Winners will receive recognition, laurels, and prizes. Details of prizes will be announced on our website.
Originality:
All submitted films must be the original work of the entrant and must not infringe upon the copyrights or trademarks of other parties.
Clearances:
Filmmakers are responsible for obtaining all necessary clearances for the exhibition of their films at the 35mm İnternational Film Festival / İzmir
By submitting a film, filmmakers grant permission for excerpts of their films to be used for promotional purposes.
Submission to the 35mm İnternational Film Festival / İzmir implies acceptance of these terms and rules.
For more detailed information and to submit your film, please visit our official website. We look forward to showcasing the best of cinema at the 35mm İnternational Film Festival / İzmir
35mm İnternational Film Festival / İzmir Award Categories
Feature Film Award
Best Narrative Feature (fiction films)
Best Documentary Feature (documentary films)
Best Animated Feature (animated films)
Short Film Award
Best Short Narrative (fiction shorts)
Best Short Documentary (documentary shorts)
Best Short Animated (animated shorts)
Best Short Experimental (experimental shorts)
Best Director (Short & Feature Film)
Best Screenplay (Short & Feature Film)
Best Cinematography (Short & Feature Film)
Best Editing (Short & Feature Film)
Best Sound Design (Feature Film)
Best Original Score (Feature Film)
Best New Director (emerging filmmakers)
Jury Mention (Feature and Short)
Audience Award (voted on by festival attendees)
These categories cover all genres of film, from fiction to documentary to animation to experimental. They also recognize the contributions of all members of the filmmaking team, from directors and screenwriters to cinematographers and editors.
