Kutaisi International Short Film Festival

About

Kutaisi International Short Film Festival aims to bring cinema back to Kutaisi, reviving cultural life in the region and establishing an annual celebration of cinema. Focused on short films, the festival aims to discover and showcase new talents and voices in the film industry. It also seeks to underscore the importance and value of short films, to reignite public interest in this art form.

Scheduled for October 4-10, the upcoming edition will feature various events, including lectures, masterclasses, and workshops, providing educational opportunities and skill development within the film community. In addition, the festival includes side events such as concerts and outdoor screenings, creating a dynamic and immersive experience for both attendees and the entire city of Kutaisi.

By leveraging Kutaisi's rich historical and cultural background, the festival adds a unique dimension to its offerings. Its commitment to bringing cinema back to the city underscores its importance in revitalizing cultural life and promoting artistic expression.

Awards

In the Main International Competition The Kutaisi International Short Film Festival will recognize excellence in three categories:

Best Film,
Best Director
Best Cinematographer.

Winners in each category will be honoured with the prestigious Golden Dinosaur prizes.

Independent Film Critics' Jury:
An independent film critics' jury will choose their favourite short film from the festival and award the winner with a prize, named after Mikheil Kobakhidze.

Rules

By submitting your film, you agree that the Kutaisi International Short Film Festival can use parts of your film (including the trailer/teaser/film poster) for promotional purposes.

To submit a film, you must have created the project yourself, own the rights, or have permission from the content owner to submit the film to us.

PLEASE READ THE RULES BELOW THOROUGHLY BEFORE SUBMITTING:

1. All entries must come with English subtitles.

2. No animations.

3. All entries must have been completed AFTER July 1, 2023.

4. You must own or be given all rights to anything you submit to the festival.

5. The submitting materials length for both Short Fiction and Short Documentary films is 10 to 35 minutes.

6. Selected films will be announced on August 15, and submitters will be notified.

Kutaisi International Short Film Festival AWARDS will review films in their entirety. Films will be watched and reviewed by members of the Selection Committee: a professional group of filmmakers, film enthusiasts, and critics. Films are scored accordingly.

Please also note that the fee paid for submitting the film to the Festival does not guarantee its selection. The fee is non-refundable if the film is not selected.

Premiere Requirements

No premiere requirement