Europe - 2026

Renowned international documentary film festival in the United Kingdom presenting curated programs for documentary films. Academy Awards and BAFTA qualification applies to designated short documentary awards under 40 minutes.

International film festival section in France presenting competitive selections of first and second feature films and short films by emerging directors.

World-leading international film festival in France presenting feature films and short films in official and parallel selections. Academy Awards qualification applies to designated short film awards.

Non-competitive international showcase in France presenting documentary, feature, and short films by established auteur filmmakers. Academy Awards and BAFTA qualification applies to designated short film awards.

Collectively curated film festival in France showcasing a small selection of independent feature films and documentaries, with sustained support for theatrical distribution in France.

FIAPF-accredited international film festival in Switzerland presenting competitive programs for feature films and short films.

Internationally recognized short film festival in Berlin presenting curated, competitive programs. Academy Awards qualification applies to designated short film awards.

Internationally recognized film festival in Ireland presenting documentary, feature, and short films in competitive sections. Academy Awards qualification applies to designated Irish and international short film awards, with BAFTA recognition for British short films and European Film Academy consideration for selected works.

FIAPF-accredited international film festival in Austria presenting feature films, documentaries, and short films in a non-competitive main program conceived for theatrical exhibition.