Tier 3
St Petersburg, Russia
Last verified 12 June 2026
The 36th Message to Man International Festival of documentary, short fiction, animated, and experimental films will take place from October 16 - 24, 2026 in St. Petersburg, Russia. Over the years, the Festival has hosted distinguished figures of world cinema, including Werner
The main submission deadline for Message to Man International Film Festival is around 1 July 2026. Confirmed for the current edition.
Submitting to Message to Man International Film Festival costs Free early, then EUR 7 as a rough guide. Entry fees usually rise closer to the deadline and vary by category.
No premiere requirement. Message to Man International Film Festival accepts films that have screened elsewhere.
Message to Man International Film Festival takes place in St Petersburg, Russia.
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