Cyprus Film Days 2027 Opens Submissions for 25th Edition (16–24 April)

# What's happening Submissions are now open for the 25th Cyprus Film Days International Festival, which will take place 16–24 April 2027 in Limassol and Nicosia. The festival is seeking feature films that offer distinctive storytelling and voices.

# Who should submit Filmmakers with completed feature films who are looking to screen in an international festival setting and competing for festival awards. The call explicitly targets films that are bold and inspiring and that bring unique stories to the screen.

# Competition structure The festival accepts feature submissions into two competition tracks:

• Glocal Images — the International Competition section.
• Cypriot Films Competition — for films of Cypriot origin.

Submitters should select the section that fits their film's origin and intended competition status.

# Key deadlines and how to enter The submission deadline is 30 November 2026. The festival accepts entries through FilmFreeway. Look for the festival's page on FilmFreeway to complete the application and upload required materials.

# Where the festival happens Screenings and festival events will be staged across two cities: Limassol and Nicosia. Festival dates are 16–24 April 2027.

# Practical considerations for applicants

• Confirm whether your film is eligible for the International or Cypriot competition before submitting. Choose the correct competition category on the FilmFreeway form.
• Prepare standard festival materials in advance: high-resolution screener or DCP (check FilmFreeway listing for technical specs), synopsis, credits, director biography, and promotional stills.

# Where to find official entry details The festival's submission page is hosted on FilmFreeway (search for "Cyprus Film Days International Festival" on FilmFreeway). The FilmNewEurope notice provides the same dates and deadline information.

# Why this matters for filmmakers

# Next steps if you plan to submit

1. 1Visit the festival listing on FilmFreeway.
2. 2Confirm your category and eligibility.
3. 3Gather screening materials and press assets.
4. 4Submit before 30 November 2026.

# Source This brief summarizes the festival call for entries as reported by FilmNewEurope on 24 September 2026.