Tier 3
Paris, France
Last verified 12 June 2026
ÉCU - The European Independent Film Festival proudly provides the platform for independent filmmakers to express authentic, cinematic storytelling in the most compelling ways possible. As one of the world’s most recognised independent film festivals in the world, ÉCU embraces
The main submission deadline for The European Independent Film Festival is around 5 March 2027. Confirmed for the current edition.
Submitting to The European Independent Film Festival costs from EUR 40 as a rough guide. Entry fees usually rise closer to the deadline and vary by category.
No premiere requirement. The European Independent Film Festival accepts films that have screened elsewhere.
The European Independent Film Festival takes place in Paris, France.
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