Tier 3
Amman, Jordan
Last verified 12 June 2026
The Amman International Film Festival – Awal Film (AIFF) was launched in 2020, its distinctive edge is its focus on first-time achievements in cinema. International Juries select the Best Arab Feature-Length Narrative, Best Arab Feature-Length Documentary Best Arab Short and Best Non-Arab Feature Narrative or Documentary; in addition to the Jury Awards and the Special Mentions. Another designated international Jury, made up of film critics, offers the FIPRESCI prize for one of the competing films in the Documentary section. Whereas the audience chooses their favourite film across all categorie
The main submission deadline for Amman International Film Festival is around 15 March 2026. Confirmed for the current edition.
Amman International Film Festival is free to submit to. Fees can vary by category and deadline tier, so check the official entry page.
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Amman International Film Festival takes place in Amman, Jordan.
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