This year, we received more than 2,500 submissions from 97 countries, once again reflecting the truly global reach of the festival.
Top 5 countries by number of submissions:
• Russia — 1,031 films
• France — 173 films
• Iran and Spain — 90 films each
• China — 84 films
• United States — 64 films
Thank you to all the filmmakers who submitted their work!
Our selection committee is now starting the final review of the films to be included in the festival’s competition programs.
We look forward to seeing you at the festival screenings from 16 to 24 October!
The festival is supported by the Presidential Foundation for Cultural Initiatives (PFCI)