Tier 3
Akbank Short Film Festival
Istanbul, Turkey
- Premiere
- No premiere requirement
- Formats accepted
- Shorts, Documentaries, Animation, Experimental
Last verified 1 October 2026
About Akbank Short Film Festival
The 23rd Akbank Short Film Festival is scheduled for 16 to 24 March 2027 and will present selected short films from different geographies.
Akbank Short Film Festival submission FAQ
Does Akbank Short Film Festival require a premiere?
No premiere requirement. Akbank Short Film Festival accepts films that have screened elsewhere.
Where is Akbank Short Film Festival held?
Akbank Short Film Festival takes place in Istanbul, Turkey.
Is Akbank Short Film Festival a scam, or is it legitimate?
Akbank Short Film Festival is a legitimate, established film festival: it is listed in FilmRun's curated, human-vetted festival database, which deliberately excludes known scam festivals and certificate mills. As with any festival, confirm the current deadline and fee on the official site before you pay.
Is Akbank Short Film Festival right for your film?
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