Tier 3
Message to Man International Film Festival
St Petersburg, Russia
- Submission deadline
- 1 July 2026
- Entry fee
- Free early, then EUR 7
- Premiere
- No premiere requirement
- Formats accepted
- Shorts, Features, Documentaries, Animation, Experimental
Last verified 29 September 2026
About Message to Man International Film Festival
The 36th Message to Man International Festival of documentary, short fiction, animated, and experimental films will take place from October 16 - 24, 2026 in St. Petersburg, Russia. Over the years, the Festival has hosted distinguished figures of world cinema, including Werner
Message to Man International Film Festival submission FAQ
When is the Message to Man International Film Festival submission deadline?
The main submission deadline for Message to Man International Film Festival is around 1 July 2026. Confirmed for the current edition.
How much does it cost to submit to Message to Man International Film Festival?
Submitting to Message to Man International Film Festival costs Free early, then EUR 7 as a rough guide. Entry fees usually rise closer to the deadline and vary by category.
Does Message to Man International Film Festival require a premiere?
No premiere requirement. Message to Man International Film Festival accepts films that have screened elsewhere.
Where is Message to Man International Film Festival held?
Message to Man International Film Festival takes place in St Petersburg, Russia.
Is Message to Man International Film Festival a scam, or is it legitimate?
Message to Man International 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.
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