International Video Poetry Festival – Athens

Location
Athens, Greece

Open to
Poets, filmmakers, video artists, digital and media artists, performance artists worldwide.

Application Fee
€8 per video or media project (submission via FilmFreeway).

What’s Provided

• Opportunity to screen selected video poetry works at an international festival.

• Festival program includes film screenings, poetry readings, multimedia performances, workshops, lectures, panels, discussions, and curated exhibitions.

• Awards presented: Best Film of the year, Audience Award, and Special Honors for outstanding works.

• Creative exchange and networking with a global audience.

What the Applicant Must Cover
Applicants are responsible for submission fees. Venue travel, accommodation, and any related costs are not included. Works must include English or Greek subtitles if not already in those languages.

Duration
Festival runs over two days on 9 & 10 May 2026. Submission project duration must be a maximum of 20 minutes.

Deadline
15 February 2026.

Additional Notes

• There are no restrictions on production date or theme.

• One title per submission.

• All decisions by the selection committee are final; submission fees are non-refundable.

• Participants agree that the festival may use project footage and information for promotional purposes.