Tier 2
Izmir, Turkey
Last verified 12 June 2026
27th International Izmir Short Film Festival Izmir International Short Film Festival has been holding its place as being one of the greatest events in the field of movie in Turkey and it will meet its audience for the 27th time this year. The festival is the first film festival
Oscar Animated Short · Animated Short Film
Win Best National Short Animation to qualify for the Academy Award for Best Animated Short Film.
Oscar Live Action Short · Live Action Short Film
Win Best National Short Fiction Film to qualify for the Academy Award for Best Live Action Short Film.
The main submission deadline for International Izmir Short Film Festival is around 10 July 2026. Confirmed for the current edition.
Submitting to International Izmir Short Film Festival costs Free early, then USD 10 as a rough guide. Entry fees usually rise closer to the deadline and vary by category.
No premiere requirement. International Izmir Short Film Festival accepts films that have screened elsewhere.
Yes. International Izmir Short 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.
International Izmir Short Film Festival takes place in Izmir, Turkey.
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