short video competition 2025

Short Video Competition 2025: Call for Entries Now Open!

The Short Video Competition is back as part of the Italian Fusion Festival, one of the festival’s most anticipated and creative features. Since its inception, this competition has offered a platform for filmmakers to share stories that bridge cultures, experiences, and artistic visions between Italy and Ireland.

What’s New in 2025

This year, the competition is open not only to Italian-Irish film productions but also to Italian filmmakers living abroad. It’s an invitation to celebrate creativity and the Italian spirit wherever it thrives around the world.

Who Can Enter

  • Italian-Irish productions featuring at least one Italian and one Irish contributor (as director, actor, writer, composer, editor, or producer).
  • Italian filmmakers living overseas.

Both new and previously released short films are welcome, with a maximum duration of 15 minutes.

Deadline

🗓️ Tuesday, 12 November 2025

How to Submit

Send an email to info@italianfusionfestival.com including:

  • a short bio,
  • a brief description of your video, and
  • a YouTube or WeTransfer link to your work.

Awards and Visibility

The winner will be announced during the festival and awarded a voucher.
All shortlisted films, selected by our jury, will gain permanent visibility on the Italian Fusion Festival and Radio Dublino websites and social media channels.

🎬 Discover the previous winners and shortlisted films from the past seven editions here:
👉 italianfusionfestival.com/short-video-competition

📩 For any questions, contact us at info@italianfusionfestival.com.
The call is open — share your story, your vision, and your world in a snapshot.