Tier 2
Cinecity
Brighton, United Kingdom
- Submission deadline
- 11 September 2026
- Entry fee
- from GBP 20
- Premiere
- No premiere requirement
- Formats accepted
- Shorts, Features, Documentaries, Animation
Last verified 29 September 2026
About Cinecity
CINECITY The Brighton Film Festival is the region's premier film festival and has been celebrating cinema in all its forms for 23 years in the city and surrounding area. In November 2026, CINECITY will present the 24th annual edition of the festival. ** CINECITY The Brighton
Awards this festival can qualify you for
BIFA Best Film · Best British Independent Film
In-person official selection at this BIFA Section B festival counts toward eligibility (two Section B British festivals confer eligibility; one Section A festival is the alternative). No win required. Online-only screenings do not qualify. British independent film (BFI cultural test). 2026 window: 1 Nov 2025 to 30 Nov 2026.
BIFA Short · Best British Short Film
In-person official selection at this BIFA Section B festival counts toward eligibility (two Section B British festivals confer eligibility; one Section A festival is the alternative). No win required. British production. Under 40 minutes.
Cinecity submission FAQ
When is the Cinecity submission deadline?
The main submission deadline for Cinecity is around 11 September 2026. Confirmed for the current edition.
How much does it cost to submit to Cinecity?
Submitting to Cinecity costs from GBP 20 as a rough guide. Entry fees usually rise closer to the deadline and vary by category.
Does Cinecity require a premiere?
No premiere requirement. Cinecity accepts films that have screened elsewhere.
Where is Cinecity held?
Cinecity takes place in Brighton, United Kingdom.
Is Cinecity a scam, or is it legitimate?
Cinecity 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; it ranks among the upper tiers of the festival circuit. As with any festival, confirm the current deadline and fee on the official site before you pay.
Is Cinecity right for your film?
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