Film Submissions

Your Gateway to International Cinema

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Submissions will open as soon as the next edition of the Beirut International Film Festival is announced. Stay tuned for updates!

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Festival Categories

BIFF welcomes submissions across multiple categories, celebrating diverse forms of cinematic expression

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Feature Films

Full-length narrative and documentary films showcasing compelling storytelling

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Short Films

Powerful stories told in 30 minutes or less, including animation and experimental works

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Documentaries

Non-fiction films exploring real stories, issues, and perspectives

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Student Films

Emerging voices from film schools and young filmmakers

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Middle Eastern Cinema

Special focus on films from Lebanon and the Arab world

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Competition

Films competing for the prestigious Aleph awards

Why Submit to BIFF?

International Platform

Reach audiences across the Middle East and beyond through our established festival network

Industry Connections

Connect with distributors, producers, and fellow filmmakers from around the world

Cultural Bridge

Be part of a festival that promotes dialogue between cultures through cinema

Prestigious Awards

Compete for the Aleph Award and other prestigious festival awards