Tier 2
Denpasar, Indonesia
Last verified 12 June 2026
Balinale presents a curated selection of award winning and independent films from Indonesia and worldwide.
Oscar Live Action Short · Live Action Short Film
Win Best Short Film to qualify for the Academy Award for Best Live Action Short Film.
The main submission deadline for Bali International Film Festival is around 28 February 2027. Confirmed for the current edition.
Submitting to Bali International Film Festival costs from USD 3 as a rough guide. Entry fees usually rise closer to the deadline and vary by category.
No premiere requirement. Bali International Film Festival accepts films that have screened elsewhere.
Yes. Bali International Film Festival can qualify a film for an Academy Award (Oscar), subject to the specific category and condition for each award. The exact route differs per award body.
Bali International Film Festival takes place in Denpasar, Indonesia.
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