«КоМета» – свободный фестиваль

About

KoMeta Film Festival is dedicated to fostering social development through art. We support films that reflect the pressing concerns of our time with honesty and integrity.

KoMeta promotes a realistic, anti-escapist approach to cinema. We believe in film as a space for reflection and profound emotional engagement.

Our aim is to inspire both audiences and creators to critically engage with reality, to overcome silence, and to find the courage to speak about what matters. We see art as a tool for dialogue and enlightenment.

The philosophy and values of the festival:
    •    The responsibility of art toward society
    •    Courage in raising and exploring difficult topics
    •    Honesty and openness in dialogue
    •    The cultivation of human virtues: moderation, wisdom, courage, and justice
    •    Support for creators who follow the demanding path of truth-telling

Awards

Grand Prize – 100,000 ₽ for Best Film (a personal contribution from the organizer)

Main categories:
    •    Best Film
    •    Best Directing
    •    Best Cinematography
    •    Best Sound

Special Jury Prizes:
    •    Courage in Expression
    •    Virtue & Ethics
    •    Relevant Cinema
    •    Free Spirit
    •    Social Impact

Winners receive official certificates, symbolic awards, handcrafted trophies, media coverage, inclusion in the festival archive, and an invitation to join the jury board for the next edition.

Rules

    1.    Participation in the festival is free of charge.
    2.    We accept short fiction, documentary, and experimental films up to 40 minutes in length.
    3.    Films must be either produced in Russia or dedicated to Russian themes.
    4.    Submissions must be completed no earlier than 2023.
    5.    The applicant confirms that they hold all necessary rights to the film.
    6.    Submission implies consent to a non-commercial screening of the film as part of the KoMeta Festival’s offline and/or online programs.
    7.    The official language of the festival is Russian. Films in other languages must include Russian subtitles.
    8.    The festival reserves the right to use short excerpts (up to 15 seconds), stills, posters, and descriptions for promotional purposes, with full respect for copyright.
    9.    All applicants will be notified of their selection status via email. Winners will be announced at the closing ceremony and through the festival’s official media channels.

Premiere Requirements

No premiere requirement