Submissions for the 38 FILMFEST DRESDEN (14–19 April 2026) are now open. As in previous years, please use www.shortfilmdepot.com to submit your films. We are looking for short fiction and animation films (up to 30 minutes) produced after 31 December 2023 for our International and National ...
Couldn’t make it to all of this year’s events at FILMFEST DRESDEN? Or want to revisit the most inspiring moments from the festival’s industry programme? Now’s your chance. We’ve recorded a selection of standout panels, masterclasses, and filmmaker conversations — and they’re now available to stream ...
We are thrilled to announce that the 30th edition of the Dresden Short Film Night will once again take place in collaboration with our long-standing main partner, the Filmnächte am Elbufer. On Thursday, 10 July 2025, we invite you to join us for a special summer evening as we look back – with a ...
The 37 FILMFEST DRESDEN came to a successful close last Sunday with a significant increase in visitor numbers. From 8 to 13 April, the festival attracted more than 17,000 guests to 191 events at 15 venues throughout Dresden - a significant increase compared to the previous year (2024: 15,000). The ...
Once again, the 37 Filmfest Dresden invited both young and older visitors to get involved by voting for their favorite films in the Children and Youth Section – a big thank-you to everyone who took part! The programme was carefully curated in the spring by a dedicated group of 30 young curators, who ...
