The Ninth Edition of the European Film Festival Zimbabwe 2024 will be running from the 11t to 19 of October 2024. With the main events in Harare at Mbare Art Space and Ster Kinekor in Bulawayo and pop-up screenings in Kadoma and Gweru (Venues to be announced in due course).
Established by the EU Delegation to Zimbabwe and its Member States in 2016, the European Film Festival Zimbabwe (#EuroFilmFestZW) has become one of Zimbabwe’s leading film industry events. The EuroFilmFestZW has offered a platform of diverse and visually unique storytelling, a celebration of both European and African cinema. The festival provides a platform for cultural exchange and is a celebration of Zimbabwe’s rich culture and filmmaking heritage.
The European Film Festival Zimbabwe 2024 is calling on all filmmakers from across Zimbabwe and in the diaspora (Europe/Africa) for the Fifth Edition of the Bioskop Zimbabwe Short Film Competition!
BIOSKOP! Short Film Competition Zimbabwe is an annual event that celebrates the creativity of Zimbabwean filmmakers. The festival showcases short films that explore the unique worldview and experiences of Zimbabweans.
The competition has been a launchpad for many talented filmmakers who have gone on to make a name for themselves in the industry. It allows them to present their vision to a wider audience and make connections with industry professionals. The winning film is awarded a cash prize and is screened at the European Film Festival Zimbabwe.
This year’s Bioskop! Short Film Competition Zimbabwe is running under the theme: Staying Connected.
This competition is open to all genres of film (animation, documentary, live action). Films will be judged based on content and creativity, as well as technical aspects. Film will receive awards across the following categories:
- Best Narrative Short – Winner USD 400
- Best Documentary Short – Winner USD 400
- Best Sound Editing – Winner USD 200
- Best Cinematography – Winner USD 200
- Best Diaspora Film – Winner USD 200
- Best Actor/Actress – Winner USD 200
The jury for this year’s contest has Prosper Kunyetu (Creative Mice Films), Sibongile Mlambo (Teen Wolf), Daniel Lasker (Raised By Wolves) and Matthieu Eberhardt (Be For Films).
You can find more information and submit your film on filmfreeway. 20 July is the deadline for submissions.
