Tier 3

CANNES INDIE SHORTS AWARDS

Cannes, France

Submission deadline: 12 January 2027
Entry fee: from USD 19
Premiere: No premiere requirement
Formats accepted: Shorts, Features, Documentaries

Last verified 12 June 2026

About CANNES INDIE SHORTS AWARDS

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CANNES INDIE SHORTS AWARDS submission FAQ

When is the CANNES INDIE SHORTS AWARDS submission deadline?

The main submission deadline for CANNES INDIE SHORTS AWARDS is around 12 January 2027. Confirmed for the current edition.

How much does it cost to submit to CANNES INDIE SHORTS AWARDS?

Submitting to CANNES INDIE SHORTS AWARDS costs from USD 19 as a rough guide. Entry fees usually rise closer to the deadline and vary by category.

Does CANNES INDIE SHORTS AWARDS require a premiere?

No premiere requirement. CANNES INDIE SHORTS AWARDS accepts films that have screened elsewhere.

Where is CANNES INDIE SHORTS AWARDS held?

CANNES INDIE SHORTS AWARDS takes place in Cannes, France.

Is CANNES INDIE SHORTS AWARDS a scam, or is it legitimate?

CANNES INDIE SHORTS AWARDS 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. You can also run CANNES INDIE SHORTS AWARDS through FilmRun's free Scam Radar for an independent safety check.

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