Tier 2
Falmouth, Cornwall, United Kingdom
Last verified 12 June 2026
The Cornwall Film Festival is open for entries from across the globe. Enter the competition now! We are looking for bold, innovative, and genuine stories! Our festival is not only a way to show established filmmakers' work, but also to give visibility to those who are emerging.
BIFA Best Film · Best British Independent Film
In-person official selection at this BIFA Section B festival counts toward eligibility (two Section B British festivals confer eligibility; one Section A festival is the alternative). No win required. Online-only screenings do not qualify. British independent film (BFI cultural test). 2026 window: 1 Nov 2025 to 30 Nov 2026.
BIFA Short · British Independent Film Awards — Best British Short Film
Auto-added from official BIFA Short qualifying list (2026). Verify against current regulations.
The main submission deadline for Cornwall Film Festival is around 6 September 2026. Confirmed for the current edition.
Submitting to Cornwall Film Festival costs from GBP 11 as a rough guide. Entry fees usually rise closer to the deadline and vary by category.
No premiere requirement. Cornwall Film Festival accepts films that have screened elsewhere.
Cornwall Film Festival takes place in Falmouth, Cornwall, United Kingdom.
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