I.MA.F.F. is a highly respected and well-known independent film festival that takes place annually. The festival provides a platform for up-and-coming filmmakers to showcase their work and receive feedback from industry professionals. I.MA.F.F. also hands out awards in various categories, which helps to build buzz around certain films and attract attention from distributors. The event is truly global in scope, with attendees and participants coming from all over the world.

The I.MA.F.F Festival and Awards is an annual event that celebrates the best in independent film. This year, the festival will be streaming live to over 100,000 viewers around the world. The festival will feature screenings of some of the year's most acclaimed independent films, as well as panels and Q&As with filmmakers and industry experts. We strive to screen and promote beautiful and thought-provoking independent films from all around the world.

PHYSICAL AWARDS

Best Director
Best Actor
Best Cinematography
Best Drama
Best Documentary
Best Music Video
Best Short
Best Feature.

All films must be submitted in English or with English subtitles.

Filmmakers are responsible for sorting out the copyright on their own materials.

By submitting to us, you give us the right to screen your film in front of a live audience at the I.M.A.F.F Screening

Nominations: All films are nominated for every category.
Official Selection: Films selected for screening will be notified via email. If you received a Nomination email, but no Official Selection email, it means your film will not be screened but is still a contender for an award in its category

Award Winners: Chosen from both the Nominations and the Official Selection.

We may promote clips from your film on social media, based on the press kits you provide us with.

We retain the right to change the date and venue of the festival under special circumstances. All filmmakers will be informed about any changes through our online platforms.

We place no restrictions on your work in terms of premiere status or whether your work has been made available online.