Berlin Indie Shorts Festival
Dear filmmakers,
Berlin Indie Shorts Festival announces Late Deadline – August 2, 2026!
If you’ve got a fresh, original, and exciting story to tell, we want to see it! We’re accepting short films (up to 30 minutes) of all formats, genres and directions. We’re all about celebrating creativity, innovation, and bold voices in filmmaking.
We are waiting for your applications and preparing for unforgettable meetings!
NO CLICHÉS. NO LIMITS. JUST PURE ART.
Berlin Indie Shorts Festival announces Late Deadline – August 2, 2026!
If you’ve got a fresh, original, and exciting story to tell, we want to see it! We’re accepting short films (up to 30 minutes) of all formats, genres and directions. We’re all about celebrating creativity, innovation, and bold voices in filmmaking.
We are waiting for your applications and preparing for unforgettable meetings!
NO CLICHÉS. NO LIMITS. JUST PURE ART.
July 7, 2026
Dear filmmakers,
Berlin Indie Shorts Festival announces Regular Deadline – July 6, 2026!
We accept short films (up to 30 minutes) of all formats, genres and directions. Our mission is to support and celebrate your talent, ambition, creativity and boldness in experimentation. We invite gifted filmmakers from around the world to present their work.
We look forward to getting to know your outstanding work and giving it the attention it deserves!
NO CLICHÉS. NO LIMITS. JUST PURE ART.
Berlin Indie Shorts Festival announces Regular Deadline – July 6, 2026!
We accept short films (up to 30 minutes) of all formats, genres and directions. Our mission is to support and celebrate your talent, ambition, creativity and boldness in experimentation. We invite gifted filmmakers from around the world to present their work.
We look forward to getting to know your outstanding work and giving it the attention it deserves!
NO CLICHÉS. NO LIMITS. JUST PURE ART.
June 17, 2026
Dear friends, colleagues, and film lovers,
We are pleased to announce a momentous event: exactly one year ago, the Berlin Indie Short Festival began its run!
We are proud to see our dream of supporting bold directorial visions and promoting independent cinema come to life.
We have already had the privilege of viewing a multitude of outstanding cinematic works. Yet, this is just the beginning of our journey. We look to the future with optimism, eagerly anticipating new discoveries, sources of inspiration, and exciting film events.
Berlin Indie Short Festival continues its mission to discover and showcase the best of independent short filmmaking. Join us!
We are pleased to announce a momentous event: exactly one year ago, the Berlin Indie Short Festival began its run!
We are proud to see our dream of supporting bold directorial visions and promoting independent cinema come to life.
We have already had the privilege of viewing a multitude of outstanding cinematic works. Yet, this is just the beginning of our journey. We look to the future with optimism, eagerly anticipating new discoveries, sources of inspiration, and exciting film events.
Berlin Indie Short Festival continues its mission to discover and showcase the best of independent short filmmaking. Join us!
June 16, 2026
Dear filmmakers,
Berlin Indie Shorts Festival announces Earlybird Deadline – June 15, 2026!
If you are an independent filmmaker with a short film you are proud of, we would love to see it.
Berlin Indie Shorts Festival is a platform for showcasing fresh, original and exciting short films from around the world. We value creativity, innovation and bold storytelling.
We can’t wait to see what you’ve been working on, and we hope to see you at this season’s festival!
NO CLICHÉS. NO LIMITS. JUST PURE ART.
Berlin Indie Shorts Festival announces Earlybird Deadline – June 15, 2026!
If you are an independent filmmaker with a short film you are proud of, we would love to see it.
Berlin Indie Shorts Festival is a platform for showcasing fresh, original and exciting short films from around the world. We value creativity, innovation and bold storytelling.
We can’t wait to see what you’ve been working on, and we hope to see you at this season’s festival!
NO CLICHÉS. NO LIMITS. JUST PURE ART.
May 27, 2026
Dear filmmakers,
Berlin Indie Shorts Festival has invited you to submit for Season 4!
Welcome to the cinema capital of Europe!
Our festival was created by directors for directors. There are no formalities, only fair professional evaluation by an international jury and inspiring interaction with colleagues.
We accept short films (up to 30 minutes) from all over the world, in all formats, genres and directions. We value your talent, ambition, creativity, and courage to experiment, and we hope to see you at our festival!
NO CLICHÉS. NO LIMITS. JUST PURE ART.
Berlin Indie Shorts Festival has invited you to submit for Season 4!
Welcome to the cinema capital of Europe!
Our festival was created by directors for directors. There are no formalities, only fair professional evaluation by an international jury and inspiring interaction with colleagues.
We accept short films (up to 30 minutes) from all over the world, in all formats, genres and directions. We value your talent, ambition, creativity, and courage to experiment, and we hope to see you at our festival!
NO CLICHÉS. NO LIMITS. JUST PURE ART.
May 24, 2026
Dear filmmakers,
The Season 3 of the Berlin Indie Shorts Festival has successfully concluded!
All the films submitted were excellent. The jury had the challenging task of choosing the best of the best.
You can find the list of winners and finalists here: Winners Season 3
The live screening and awards ceremony will take place tomorrow, May 19, 2026.
NO CLICHÉS. NO LIMITS. JUST PURE ART.
The Season 3 of the Berlin Indie Shorts Festival has successfully concluded!
All the films submitted were excellent. The jury had the challenging task of choosing the best of the best.
You can find the list of winners and finalists here: Winners Season 3
The live screening and awards ceremony will take place tomorrow, May 19, 2026.
NO CLICHÉS. NO LIMITS. JUST PURE ART.
May 18, 2026
Dear friends and like-minded people,
we present the program of the event on May 19, 2026.
13:00 – Gathering of participants and guests. Creative communication & networking.
14:00 – NOMINEE films screening.
15:00 – Creative communication & networking.
15:30 – HONORABLE MENTION films screening.
17:00 – Creative communication & networking.
17:30 – WINNER films screening.
21:00 – Award ceremony. Creative communication & networking.
Festival participants and press representatives must register on-site and receive badges.
we present the program of the event on May 19, 2026.
13:00 – Gathering of participants and guests. Creative communication & networking.
14:00 – NOMINEE films screening.
15:00 – Creative communication & networking.
15:30 – HONORABLE MENTION films screening.
17:00 – Creative communication & networking.
17:30 – WINNER films screening.
21:00 – Award ceremony. Creative communication & networking.
Festival participants and press representatives must register on-site and receive badges.
May 14, 2026
Dear friends and like-minded people,
The live screening of the third season winning films and the awards ceremony will take place on May 19, 2026, at Heckmann Höfe-Berlin (Oranienburger Str. 32, 10117 Berlin), a legendary creative space in the heart of Berlin.
Admission is free for all participants and guests. The number of participants and guests is not limited.
Festival participants and press representatives must register on-site and receive badges.
NO CLICHÉS. NO LIMITS. JUST PURE ART.
The live screening of the third season winning films and the awards ceremony will take place on May 19, 2026, at Heckmann Höfe-Berlin (Oranienburger Str. 32, 10117 Berlin), a legendary creative space in the heart of Berlin.
Admission is free for all participants and guests. The number of participants and guests is not limited.
Festival participants and press representatives must register on-site and receive badges.
NO CLICHÉS. NO LIMITS. JUST PURE ART.
May 12, 2026
Dear filmmakers,
Berlin Indie Shorts Festival announces Extended Deadline – May 16, 2026!
Our festival accepts short films of various genres and trends. We value originality, creativity and the unique vision you bring to your work. Send us your films and let the world see your creation.
We look forward to getting to know your outstanding work and giving it the attention it deserves!
NO CLICHÉS. NO LIMITS. JUST PURE ART.
Berlin Indie Shorts Festival announces Extended Deadline – May 16, 2026!
Our festival accepts short films of various genres and trends. We value originality, creativity and the unique vision you bring to your work. Send us your films and let the world see your creation.
We look forward to getting to know your outstanding work and giving it the attention it deserves!
NO CLICHÉS. NO LIMITS. JUST PURE ART.
April 25, 2026
Dear friends,
there are one month left until our event!
If you are an independent filmmaker with a short film you are proud of, we would love to see it. We accept short films (up to 30 minutes) of all formats, genres and directions. Our mission is to support and celebrate your talent, ambition, creativity and boldness in experimentation. We invite gifted filmmakers from around the world to present their work.
Don’t miss the opportunity to show your films in the film capital of Europe!
We are waiting for you!
there are one month left until our event!
If you are an independent filmmaker with a short film you are proud of, we would love to see it. We accept short films (up to 30 minutes) of all formats, genres and directions. Our mission is to support and celebrate your talent, ambition, creativity and boldness in experimentation. We invite gifted filmmakers from around the world to present their work.
Don’t miss the opportunity to show your films in the film capital of Europe!
We are waiting for you!
April 18, 2026
Dear friends and like-minded people,
Berlin Indie Shorts Festival wishes you a Happy Easter!
May your Easter be filled with lots of Easter eggs, presents from the Easter bunny, blessings from Jesus Christ and most of all happiness that lasts for a life time.
We love you!
Berlin Indie Shorts Festival wishes you a Happy Easter!
May your Easter be filled with lots of Easter eggs, presents from the Easter bunny, blessings from Jesus Christ and most of all happiness that lasts for a life time.
We love you!
April 4, 2026
Dear filmmakers,
Berlin Indie Shorts Festival announces Late Deadline – April 25, 2026!
If you’ve got a fresh, original, and exciting story to tell, we want to see it! We’re accepting short films (up to 30 minutes) of all formats, genres and directions. We’re all about celebrating creativity, innovation, and bold voices in filmmaking.
We’re really looking forward to seeing what you’ve created!
NO CLICHÉS. NO LIMITS. JUST PURE ART.
Berlin Indie Shorts Festival announces Late Deadline – April 25, 2026!
If you’ve got a fresh, original, and exciting story to tell, we want to see it! We’re accepting short films (up to 30 minutes) of all formats, genres and directions. We’re all about celebrating creativity, innovation, and bold voices in filmmaking.
We’re really looking forward to seeing what you’ve created!
NO CLICHÉS. NO LIMITS. JUST PURE ART.
April 3, 2026
Dear filmmakers,
Berlin Indie Shorts Festival announces Regular Deadline – April 2, 2026!
We accept short films (up to 30 minutes) of all formats, genres and directions. Berlin Indie Shorts Festival is a platform for showcasing fresh, original and exciting short films from around the world. We value creativity, innovation and bold storytelling.
Don’t miss the opportunity to present your work to an international audience, receive valuable feedback and compete for prestigious awards.
We are looking forward to seeing your films!
NO CLICHÉS. NO LIMITS. JUST PURE ART.
Berlin Indie Shorts Festival announces Regular Deadline – April 2, 2026!
We accept short films (up to 30 minutes) of all formats, genres and directions. Berlin Indie Shorts Festival is a platform for showcasing fresh, original and exciting short films from around the world. We value creativity, innovation and bold storytelling.
Don’t miss the opportunity to present your work to an international audience, receive valuable feedback and compete for prestigious awards.
We are looking forward to seeing your films!
NO CLICHÉS. NO LIMITS. JUST PURE ART.
March 7, 2026
Dear filmmakers,
We are pleased to inform you that Berlin Indie Shorts Festival announces the Earlybird Deadline for submissions – March 6, 2026!
Our festival accepts short films of various genres and trends. We value originality, creativity and the unique vision you bring to your work.
Send us your films and let the world see your creation. We look forward to seeing your work and wish success to all participants!
NO CLICHÉS. NO LIMITS. JUST PURE ART.
We are pleased to inform you that Berlin Indie Shorts Festival announces the Earlybird Deadline for submissions – March 6, 2026!
Our festival accepts short films of various genres and trends. We value originality, creativity and the unique vision you bring to your work.
Send us your films and let the world see your creation. We look forward to seeing your work and wish success to all participants!
NO CLICHÉS. NO LIMITS. JUST PURE ART.
February 12, 2026
Dear friends and like-minded people,
We are happy to announce that the opening date of Season 3 of the Berlin Indie Shorts Festival is February 12, 2026!
We accept short films (up to 30 minutes) of all formats, genres and directions. Our mission is to support and celebrate your talent, ambition, creativity and boldness in experimentation. We invite gifted filmmakers from around the world to present their work.
We are waiting for your applications and preparing for unforgettable meetings!
NO CLICHÉS. NO LIMITS. JUST PURE ART.
We are happy to announce that the opening date of Season 3 of the Berlin Indie Shorts Festival is February 12, 2026!
We accept short films (up to 30 minutes) of all formats, genres and directions. Our mission is to support and celebrate your talent, ambition, creativity and boldness in experimentation. We invite gifted filmmakers from around the world to present their work.
We are waiting for your applications and preparing for unforgettable meetings!
NO CLICHÉS. NO LIMITS. JUST PURE ART.
February 9, 2026
Dear filmmakers,
The Season 2 of the Berlin Indie Shorts Festival has successfully concluded!
All the films submitted were excellent. The jury had the challenging task of choosing the best of the best.
You can find the list of winners and finalists here: Winners Season 2
The live screening and awards ceremony will take place tomorrow, February 7, 2026.
NO CLICHÉS. NO LIMITS. JUST PURE ART.
The Season 2 of the Berlin Indie Shorts Festival has successfully concluded!
All the films submitted were excellent. The jury had the challenging task of choosing the best of the best.
You can find the list of winners and finalists here: Winners Season 2
The live screening and awards ceremony will take place tomorrow, February 7, 2026.
NO CLICHÉS. NO LIMITS. JUST PURE ART.
February 6, 2026
Dear friends and like-minded people,
we present the program of the event on February 7, 2026.
12:00 – Gathering of participants and guests. Creative communication & networking.
13:00 – NOMINEE films screening.
13:40 – Creative communication & networking.
14:00 – HONORABLE MENTION films screening.
16:30 – Creative communication & networking.
17:00 – WINNER films screening.
21:00 – Award ceremony. Creative communication & networking.
Festival participants and press representatives must register on-site and receive badges.
we present the program of the event on February 7, 2026.
12:00 – Gathering of participants and guests. Creative communication & networking.
13:00 – NOMINEE films screening.
13:40 – Creative communication & networking.
14:00 – HONORABLE MENTION films screening.
16:30 – Creative communication & networking.
17:00 – WINNER films screening.
21:00 – Award ceremony. Creative communication & networking.
Festival participants and press representatives must register on-site and receive badges.
January 31, 2026
Dear friends and like-minded people,
The live screening of the second season winning films and the awards ceremony will take place on February 7, 2026, at Heckmann Höfe-Berlin / Werkhaus (Oranienburger Str. 32, 10117 Berlin), a legendary creative space in the heart of Berlin.
Admission is free for all participants and guests. The number of participants and guests is not limited.
Festival participants and press representatives must register on-site and receive badges.
NO CLICHÉS. NO LIMITS. JUST PURE ART.
The live screening of the second season winning films and the awards ceremony will take place on February 7, 2026, at Heckmann Höfe-Berlin / Werkhaus (Oranienburger Str. 32, 10117 Berlin), a legendary creative space in the heart of Berlin.
Admission is free for all participants and guests. The number of participants and guests is not limited.
Festival participants and press representatives must register on-site and receive badges.
NO CLICHÉS. NO LIMITS. JUST PURE ART.
January 30, 2026
Dear filmmakers,
Berlin Indie Shorts Festival announces Extended Deadline – February 2, 2026!
If you are an independent filmmaker with a short film you are proud of, we would love to see it.
Berlin Indie Shorts Festival is a platform for showcasing fresh, original and exciting short films from around the world. We value creativity, innovation and bold storytelling.
Don’t miss the opportunity to present your work to an international audience, receive valuable feedback and compete for prestigious awards.
We are looking forward to seeing your films!
NO CLICHÉS. NO LIMITS. JUST PURE ART.
Berlin Indie Shorts Festival announces Extended Deadline – February 2, 2026!
If you are an independent filmmaker with a short film you are proud of, we would love to see it.
Berlin Indie Shorts Festival is a platform for showcasing fresh, original and exciting short films from around the world. We value creativity, innovation and bold storytelling.
Don’t miss the opportunity to present your work to an international audience, receive valuable feedback and compete for prestigious awards.
We are looking forward to seeing your films!
NO CLICHÉS. NO LIMITS. JUST PURE ART.
January 7, 2026
Dear filmmakers,
this is a courtesy reminder that our festival’s Late Deadline will be January 5, 2026!
Here’s a special discount code that you can use for 30% off your entry fee: RABATT30BISF. It will be valid during this period.
Submit your short film here: FilmFreeway
We can’t wait to see what you’ve been working on, and we hope to see you at this season’s festival!
Submissions are open until February 2, 2026.
Notification Date – February 5, 2026.
Event Date – February 7, 2026.
NO CLICHÉS. NO LIMITS. JUST PURE ART.
this is a courtesy reminder that our festival’s Late Deadline will be January 5, 2026!
Here’s a special discount code that you can use for 30% off your entry fee: RABATT30BISF. It will be valid during this period.
Submit your short film here: FilmFreeway
We can’t wait to see what you’ve been working on, and we hope to see you at this season’s festival!
Submissions are open until February 2, 2026.
Notification Date – February 5, 2026.
Event Date – February 7, 2026.
NO CLICHÉS. NO LIMITS. JUST PURE ART.
January 2, 2026
Dear friends,
Berlin Indie Shorts Festival wishes you a Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year filled with love, joy, and peace.
May your holidays be filled with warmth, happiness, and wonderful moments.
We look forward to seeing you soon.
We love you!
Cheers,
Your BISF Team
Berlin Indie Shorts Festival wishes you a Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year filled with love, joy, and peace.
May your holidays be filled with warmth, happiness, and wonderful moments.
We look forward to seeing you soon.
We love you!
Cheers,
Your BISF Team
December 24, 2025
Dear filmmakers,
Berlin Indie Shorts Festival announces Late Deadline – January 5, 2026!
We accept short films (up to 30 minutes) of all formats, genres and directions. We value creativity, innovation and bold storytelling.
Don’t miss the opportunity to present your work to an international audience, receive valuable feedback and compete for prestigious awards.
We are looking forward to seeing your films!
NO CLICHÉS. NO LIMITS. JUST PURE ART.
Berlin Indie Shorts Festival announces Late Deadline – January 5, 2026!
We accept short films (up to 30 minutes) of all formats, genres and directions. We value creativity, innovation and bold storytelling.
Don’t miss the opportunity to present your work to an international audience, receive valuable feedback and compete for prestigious awards.
We are looking forward to seeing your films!
NO CLICHÉS. NO LIMITS. JUST PURE ART.
December 3, 2025
Dear filmmakers,
this is a courtesy reminder that our festival’s Regular Deadline will be December 1, 2025!
Here’s a special discount code that you can use for 30% off your entry fee: RABATTBISF. It will be valid during this period.
Submit your short film here: FilmFreeway
We can’t wait to see what you’ve been working on, and we hope to see you at this season’s festival!
Submissions are open until February 2, 2026.
Notification Date – February 5, 2026.
Event Date – February 7, 2026.
NO CLICHÉS. NO LIMITS. JUST PURE ART.
this is a courtesy reminder that our festival’s Regular Deadline will be December 1, 2025!
Here’s a special discount code that you can use for 30% off your entry fee: RABATTBISF. It will be valid during this period.
Submit your short film here: FilmFreeway
We can’t wait to see what you’ve been working on, and we hope to see you at this season’s festival!
Submissions are open until February 2, 2026.
Notification Date – February 5, 2026.
Event Date – February 7, 2026.
NO CLICHÉS. NO LIMITS. JUST PURE ART.
November 26, 2025
Dear filmmakers,
Berlin Indie Shorts Festival announces Regular Deadline – December 1, 2025!
If you are an independent filmmaker with a short film you are proud of, we would love to see it.
Our festival accepts short films (up to 30 minutes) of various genres and trends. We value originality, creativity and the unique vision you bring to your work.
Send us your films and let the world see your creation.
We look forward to seeing your work and wish success to all participants!
NO CLICHÉS. NO LIMITS. JUST PURE ART.
Berlin Indie Shorts Festival announces Regular Deadline – December 1, 2025!
If you are an independent filmmaker with a short film you are proud of, we would love to see it.
Our festival accepts short films (up to 30 minutes) of various genres and trends. We value originality, creativity and the unique vision you bring to your work.
Send us your films and let the world see your creation.
We look forward to seeing your work and wish success to all participants!
NO CLICHÉS. NO LIMITS. JUST PURE ART.
November 4, 2025
Dear filmmakers,
this is a courtesy reminder that our festival’s entry “Earlybird Deadline” is in 3 days, on November 3, 2025!
Here’s a special code that you can use for your entry fee: BISF2CODE20. It will be valid during this period.
Submit your short film here: FilmFreeway
We can’t wait to see what you’ve been working on, and we hope to see you at this season’s festival!
NO CLICHÉS. NO LIMITS. JUST PURE ART.
this is a courtesy reminder that our festival’s entry “Earlybird Deadline” is in 3 days, on November 3, 2025!
Here’s a special code that you can use for your entry fee: BISF2CODE20. It will be valid during this period.
Submit your short film here: FilmFreeway
We can’t wait to see what you’ve been working on, and we hope to see you at this season’s festival!
NO CLICHÉS. NO LIMITS. JUST PURE ART.
October 31, 2025
Dear filmmakers,
We are pleased to inform you that Berlin Indie Shorts Festival announces the Earlybird Deadline for submissions – November 3, 2025!
Our festival accepts short films of various genres and trends. We value originality, creativity and the unique vision you bring to your work.
Send us your films and let the world see your creation.
We look forward to getting to know your outstanding work and giving it the attention it deserves!
NO CLICHÉS. NO LIMITS. JUST PURE ART.
We are pleased to inform you that Berlin Indie Shorts Festival announces the Earlybird Deadline for submissions – November 3, 2025!
Our festival accepts short films of various genres and trends. We value originality, creativity and the unique vision you bring to your work.
Send us your films and let the world see your creation.
We look forward to getting to know your outstanding work and giving it the attention it deserves!
NO CLICHÉS. NO LIMITS. JUST PURE ART.
October 20, 2025
Dear friends and like-minded people,
We are happy to announce that the opening date of Season 2 of the Berlin Indie Shorts Festival is October 13, 2025!
We accept short films (up to 30 minutes) of all formats, genres and directions. Our mission is to support and celebrate your talent, ambition, creativity and boldness in experimentation. We invite gifted filmmakers from around the world to present their work.
We are waiting for your applications and preparing for unforgettable meetings!
NO CLICHÉS. NO LIMITS. JUST PURE ART.
We are happy to announce that the opening date of Season 2 of the Berlin Indie Shorts Festival is October 13, 2025!
We accept short films (up to 30 minutes) of all formats, genres and directions. Our mission is to support and celebrate your talent, ambition, creativity and boldness in experimentation. We invite gifted filmmakers from around the world to present their work.
We are waiting for your applications and preparing for unforgettable meetings!
NO CLICHÉS. NO LIMITS. JUST PURE ART.
October 11, 2025
Dear friends and like-minded people,
The screening of the official selection of festival films and the awards ceremony were successfully held on October 4-5 at Heckmann Höfe – our Berlin Montmartre.
A huge thank you to our esteemed participants, who personally presented their magnificent films to a discerning Berlin audience, who truly appreciated them.
Now Season 1 is truly complete.
Season 2 will be announced soon.
We look forward to seeing you in Berlin, the creative capital of Europe.
NO CLICHÉS. NO LIMITS. JUST PURE ART.
The screening of the official selection of festival films and the awards ceremony were successfully held on October 4-5 at Heckmann Höfe – our Berlin Montmartre.
A huge thank you to our esteemed participants, who personally presented their magnificent films to a discerning Berlin audience, who truly appreciated them.
Now Season 1 is truly complete.
Season 2 will be announced soon.
We look forward to seeing you in Berlin, the creative capital of Europe.
NO CLICHÉS. NO LIMITS. JUST PURE ART.
October 6, 2025
Dear filmmakers,
We remind you that festival participants must register on-site (by film title) and receive badges.
Follow the signs to find the registration desk.
We do not have a dress code.
We look forward to seeing you at Heckmann-Höfe – our Berlin Montmartre!
NO CLICHÉS. NO LIMITS. JUST PURE ART.
We remind you that festival participants must register on-site (by film title) and receive badges.
Follow the signs to find the registration desk.
We do not have a dress code.
We look forward to seeing you at Heckmann-Höfe – our Berlin Montmartre!
NO CLICHÉS. NO LIMITS. JUST PURE ART.
September 30, 2025
Dear friends and like-minded people,
we are finally presenting the long-awaited event program.
We deeply regret that we were unable to avoid organizational and technical issues. The OFFICIAL SELECTION, QUARTER-FINALIST, and SEMI-FINALIST films will not be shown in full; we will only be able to show trailers. We offer our sincere apologies!
Admission is free for all participants and guests. The number of participants and guests is not limited.
Festival participants and press representatives must register on-site and receive badges.
NO CLICHÉS. NO LIMITS. JUST PURE ART.
we are finally presenting the long-awaited event program.
We deeply regret that we were unable to avoid organizational and technical issues. The OFFICIAL SELECTION, QUARTER-FINALIST, and SEMI-FINALIST films will not be shown in full; we will only be able to show trailers. We offer our sincere apologies!
Admission is free for all participants and guests. The number of participants and guests is not limited.
Festival participants and press representatives must register on-site and receive badges.
NO CLICHÉS. NO LIMITS. JUST PURE ART.
September 27, 2025
Dear friends and like-minded people,
The screening of the official selection of festival films and the awards ceremony will take place on October 4–5, 2025, at Heckmann Höfe-Berlin / Werkhaus (Oranienburger Str. 32, 10117 Berlin), a legendary creative space in the heart of Berlin.
Admission is free for all participants and guests. The number of participants and guests is not limited.
Festival participants and press representatives must register on-site and receive badges.
The event program will be announced at a later date.
NO CLICHÉS. NO LIMITS. JUST PURE ART.
The screening of the official selection of festival films and the awards ceremony will take place on October 4–5, 2025, at Heckmann Höfe-Berlin / Werkhaus (Oranienburger Str. 32, 10117 Berlin), a legendary creative space in the heart of Berlin.
Admission is free for all participants and guests. The number of participants and guests is not limited.
Festival participants and press representatives must register on-site and receive badges.
The event program will be announced at a later date.
NO CLICHÉS. NO LIMITS. JUST PURE ART.
September 23, 2025
Dear friends and like-minded people,
The Season 1 of the Berlin Indie Shorts Festival has successfully concluded!
Talented filmmakers from 25 countries submitted their wonderful and creative short films. All of these films deserve the highest praise.
The jury had the challenging task of choosing the best of the best.
You can find the list of winners and finalists here: Winners Season 1
The screening and awards ceremony are coming soon!
NO CLICHÉS. NO LIMITS. JUST PURE ART.
The Season 1 of the Berlin Indie Shorts Festival has successfully concluded!
Talented filmmakers from 25 countries submitted their wonderful and creative short films. All of these films deserve the highest praise.
The jury had the challenging task of choosing the best of the best.
You can find the list of winners and finalists here: Winners Season 1
The screening and awards ceremony are coming soon!
NO CLICHÉS. NO LIMITS. JUST PURE ART.
September 22, 2025
Dear filmmakers,
Berlin Indie Shorts Festival announces Extended Deadline – September 19, 2025!
If you are an independent filmmaker with a short film you are proud of, we would love to see it.
Berlin Indie Shorts Festival is a platform for showcasing fresh, original and exciting short films from around the world. We value creativity, innovation and bold storytelling.
Don’t miss the opportunity to present your work to an international audience, receive valuable feedback and compete for prestigious awards.
We are looking forward to seeing your films!
Berlin Indie Shorts Festival announces Extended Deadline – September 19, 2025!
If you are an independent filmmaker with a short film you are proud of, we would love to see it.
Berlin Indie Shorts Festival is a platform for showcasing fresh, original and exciting short films from around the world. We value creativity, innovation and bold storytelling.
Don’t miss the opportunity to present your work to an international audience, receive valuable feedback and compete for prestigious awards.
We are looking forward to seeing your films!
August 30, 2025
Dear filmmakers,
Berlin Indie Shorts Festival announces Late Deadline – August 29, 2025!
We accept short films of various genres, formats and trends.
We gather the best works from all over the world that impress with their originality and unique approach to storytelling.
We value your talent, ambition, creativity and courage to experiment.
We look forward to seeing your work and wish success to all participants!
NO CLICHÉS. NO LIMITS. JUST PURE ART.
Berlin Indie Shorts Festival announces Late Deadline – August 29, 2025!
We accept short films of various genres, formats and trends.
We gather the best works from all over the world that impress with their originality and unique approach to storytelling.
We value your talent, ambition, creativity and courage to experiment.
We look forward to seeing your work and wish success to all participants!
NO CLICHÉS. NO LIMITS. JUST PURE ART.
August 9, 2025
Dear filmmakers,
Berlin Indie Shorts Festival announces Regular Deadline – August 8, 2025!
We accept short films (up to 40 minutes) of all formats, genres and directions. Our mission is to support and celebrate your talent, ambition, creativity and boldness in experimentation. We invite gifted filmmakers from around the world to present their work.
Don’t miss an exceptional opportunity to showcase your film in Berlin, the recognized cinematic capital of Europe.
We look forward to getting to know your outstanding work and giving it the attention it deserves!
Berlin Indie Shorts Festival announces Regular Deadline – August 8, 2025!
We accept short films (up to 40 minutes) of all formats, genres and directions. Our mission is to support and celebrate your talent, ambition, creativity and boldness in experimentation. We invite gifted filmmakers from around the world to present their work.
Don’t miss an exceptional opportunity to showcase your film in Berlin, the recognized cinematic capital of Europe.
We look forward to getting to know your outstanding work and giving it the attention it deserves!
July 19, 2025
Dear filmmakers,
We are pleased to inform you that Berlin Indie Shorts Festival announces the Earlybird Deadline for submissions – July 18, 2025!
Our festival accepts short films of various genres and trends. We value originality, creativity and the unique vision you bring to your work. Submitting an application for the Berlin Indie Shorts Festival is a simple and easy process that takes only a few minutes. Send us your films and let the world see your creation. We look forward to seeing your work and wish success to all participants!
NO CLICHÉS. NO LIMITS. JUST PURE ART.
We are pleased to inform you that Berlin Indie Shorts Festival announces the Earlybird Deadline for submissions – July 18, 2025!
Our festival accepts short films of various genres and trends. We value originality, creativity and the unique vision you bring to your work. Submitting an application for the Berlin Indie Shorts Festival is a simple and easy process that takes only a few minutes. Send us your films and let the world see your creation. We look forward to seeing your work and wish success to all participants!
NO CLICHÉS. NO LIMITS. JUST PURE ART.
July 2, 2025
Dear friends and like-minded people,
We are happy to announce that the opening date of the Berlin Indie Shorts Festival is June 27, 2025!
This day will be the beginning of a bright and inspiring journey into the world of independent cinema. We invite all talented filmmakers to submit their work. Don’t miss the chance to show your films in the heart of Berlin!
We are waiting for your applications and preparing for unforgettable meetings!
NO CLICHÉS. NO LIMITS. JUST PURE ART.
We are happy to announce that the opening date of the Berlin Indie Shorts Festival is June 27, 2025!
This day will be the beginning of a bright and inspiring journey into the world of independent cinema. We invite all talented filmmakers to submit their work. Don’t miss the chance to show your films in the heart of Berlin!
We are waiting for your applications and preparing for unforgettable meetings!
NO CLICHÉS. NO LIMITS. JUST PURE ART.
June 23, 2025
Welcome to one of the most vibrant and exciting independent film festivals – Berlin Indie Shorts Festival!
We gather the best works from all over the world that impress with their originality and unique approach to storytelling. Berlin Indie Shorts Festival is a platform for the rise of new stars, a meeting place for like-minded people and a space for experimentation. Short film is the art of telling big stories with small means, capturing the spirit in a matter of minutes and leaving a mark in the hearts of the audience for years to come. Here it ceases to be the “little brother” of feature-length cinema and acquires its own uniqueness and value. We are sure that this festival will become for you not only a place to meet wonderful works of cinematographic art, but also a place for inspiration and communication.
Stay tuned and don’t miss the opportunity to showcase your talent and tell your unique stories!
We gather the best works from all over the world that impress with their originality and unique approach to storytelling. Berlin Indie Shorts Festival is a platform for the rise of new stars, a meeting place for like-minded people and a space for experimentation. Short film is the art of telling big stories with small means, capturing the spirit in a matter of minutes and leaving a mark in the hearts of the audience for years to come. Here it ceases to be the “little brother” of feature-length cinema and acquires its own uniqueness and value. We are sure that this festival will become for you not only a place to meet wonderful works of cinematographic art, but also a place for inspiration and communication.
Stay tuned and don’t miss the opportunity to showcase your talent and tell your unique stories!
June 16, 2025