Films of the Future International Festival Open Call 2026

About the Open Call

Films of the Future International Festival is an event that takes place in the cities of Los Angeles and New York, uniting global visions and diverse cultural contexts around a common vision: to promote a cinema that imagines and builds a better future. The festival focuses on avant-garde films and new media such as virtual reality, providing a platform for creators who dare to break the boundaries and explore innovative narratives. Categories include Animation, Virtual Reality, Expanded Cinema, Interactive Visuals, Immersive Experiences, and Video Mapping Installations.

What is Offered

Inclusion in the official selection, screenings, master classes, labs, workshops, and networking parties.

Requirements

The call is open to avant-garde films and new media projects including animation, virtual reality, expanded cinema, interactive visuals, immersive experiences, and video mapping installations.

How to Apply

Interested applicants should visit the submissions page on the official website or access the linked Google Form to submit their work.