About the Open Call

The 18th edition of InShadow – Lisbon ScreenDance Festival promotes an encounter between video/cinema and dance/performance, exploring cine-choreographic thinking and innovative processes. The festival features international competitions in Videodance, Dance Documentary, and Dance Animation, as well as a Photography Exhibition. The event includes competition sessions, video installations in partner galleries, and the Shadow in Motion touring extension.

What is Offered

Awards include cash prizes (Jorge Salavisa Award €500, Best Choreography €300, Best Videography €300, Luna Andermatt Award €400, Best National Director €3,000), training grants (ETIC Award €2,500), and artistic residencies (AAC-Soudos Creation Grant).

Requirements

Works must focus on the relationship between cinema and dance. Videodance (preferably < 20 min), Documentary (preferably < 90 min), Animation (target audience 5-15 years, preferably < 7 min). Photography submissions must be original works focusing on body movement and shadow.

How to Apply

Submit your work through the FilmFreeway platform at the provided URL. Applicants must select the appropriate category (Videodance, Documentary, Animation, or Photography) and pay the corresponding entry fee.