Open Calls for Students
This page contains ongoing competitions, contests, calls, and other offers that BFM students can participate in.
Film
Ermanno Olmi Award
Deadline: October 11, 2026
Filmfest Bremen 2027
First deadline October 31st, last deadline December 1st, 2026
Short Film Festival Comedy & Crime
Deadline: July 11, 2027
60 sec for Europe: editing / filmmaking competition "Eurohype"
Deadline: November 15, 2026
INSTANT36 Short Film Festival
Deadline: Shooting Weekend - October 17-18, Festival - November 7
FILMFEST DRESDEN 2027
Deadline: December 1, 2026
More information and submissions
New Frames AI short film competition
Deadline: October 30, 2026