Versatile, international, inspiring
...that's the festival programme at FILMFEST DRESDEN. Every year in April, the festival presents the best short films from around the world in Dresden and attracts up to 20,000 visitors, including around 500 accredited guests.
Since 1989, our festival has understood itself as a forum for political discourse and intercultural exchange. Even outside the festival period, we are actively involved in a wide range of projects related to short film, promoting democracy, tolerance, inclusion and gender justice.
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Save the Date: Short Film Night on 16 July 2026
Over 21,400 people visited FFDD26
The FFDD26 Golden Ponys of the Kids & Youth programme
Film tipps
FFDD26 Festival Trailer
Discussion: 10 Things I Hate About Shorts
Discussion: Showing Effort
FFDD25 Festival Trailer
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