The LK Short Film Festival – International Level is a prestigious film festival dedicated to celebrating the finest short films from around the world. Designed to foster cross cultural storytelling, cinematic innovation, and artistic excellence, this festival provides a grand stage for filmmakers across different countries to showcase their work, gain international recognition, and connect with global industry professionals. Whether you are an emerging filmmaker or an experienced storyteller, this is your opportunity to present your vision to a worldwide audience and be part of a global cinematic movement
The LK Short Film Festival – International Level is an initiative
of LK Foundation, committed to promoting short films as a
powerful medium of artistic and cultural expression. This
festival invites filmmakers from every corner of the world to
submit their most compelling works, embracing diverse
themes, genres, and creative approaches.
With an open call for all storytelling styles—from thought provoking dramas and social commentaries to experimental,
silent, and animated films—the festival acts as a launchpad
for global talents. More than just a screening event, it
fosters networking, collaboration, and cultural exchange,
connecting filmmakers with international industry veterans,
film enthusiasts, and creative minds from different
backgrounds.
To ensure a fair and seamless selection process, all films submitted to the LK Short Film Festival –
International Level must meet the following criteria:
The short film must not exceed 20 minutes (including credits).
Open to all themes and genres; no restrictions on subject matter.
Accepted.
Films can be in any language, but non-English films must include English subtitles.
The film must be original and free from copyright violations.
Open to filmmakers from all countries.
The festival honors outstanding achievements in filmmaking with prestigious awards in the following categories:
Recognizes the most outstanding short film based on storytelling, direction, cinematography, and impact.
Celebrates exceptional directorial vision and execution.
Awarded to the most outstanding performance by an actor in a leading role.
Honors the most compelling performance by an actress in a leading role.
Recognizes excellence in scriptwriting, dialogue, and storytelling.
Honors outstanding visual storytelling and technical execution.
Recognizes groundbreaking approaches to filmmaking and unique artistic expressions.
Winning or being nominated in these categories provides filmmakers with a prestigious global platform, enhancing their credibility and opening doors to international collaborations and career opportunities.
Participating in the LK Short Film Festival – International Level offers numerous benefits, including
Get your work acknowledged by a panel of esteemed international film industry professionals.
Boost your film’s credibility with official festival laurels
Gain global coverage through media outlets, online platforms, and festival promotions.
Connect with international filmmakers, producers, and industry insiders
Present your work to a diverse audience, including film lovers, critics, and professionals.
Celebrate your achievements and engage with the global filmmaking community.
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