Tier 3
Cardiff Mini Film Festival
Cardiff, United Kingdom
- Submission deadline
- 10 September 2026
- Entry fee
- Free early, then GBP 12.5
- Premiere
- No premiere requirement
- Formats accepted
- Shorts, Features, Documentaries, Music videos
Last verified 29 September 2026
About Cardiff Mini Film Festival
Cardiff Mini Film Festival is a grassroots short film festival established in 2012 to help low budget and early career filmmakers break into the industry.
Awards this festival can qualify you for
BIFA Short · British Independent Film Awards — Best British Short Film
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Cardiff Mini Film Festival submission FAQ
When is the Cardiff Mini Film Festival submission deadline?
The main submission deadline for Cardiff Mini Film Festival is around 10 September 2026. Confirmed for the current edition.
How much does it cost to submit to Cardiff Mini Film Festival?
Submitting to Cardiff Mini Film Festival costs Free early, then GBP 12.5 as a rough guide. Entry fees usually rise closer to the deadline and vary by category.
Does Cardiff Mini Film Festival require a premiere?
No premiere requirement. Cardiff Mini Film Festival accepts films that have screened elsewhere.
Where is Cardiff Mini Film Festival held?
Cardiff Mini Film Festival takes place in Cardiff, United Kingdom.
Is Cardiff Mini Film Festival a scam, or is it legitimate?
Cardiff Mini 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 Cardiff Mini Film Festival right for your film?
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