The !f Istanbul International Independent Film Festival was founded in 2008 and every February and March, it hosts some 70,000 film buffs and celebrated filmmakers from around the world. 

 

Dedicated to showcasing the best in contemporary film, !f believes that the shared experience of cinema is a form of activism that has the power to connect people across borders and boundaries of all description. The festival is curated and based on thematic sections, some of which change every year to reflect issues that are gripping the world's - and filmmakers'- imagination. 

 

In 2008, !f launched an international film competition - !f Inspired- designed to showcase emerging directors who are taking film in new directions. The competition carries a $15,000 prize for the Most Inspired Director.

Film categories accepted

 

Deadline for submission

More information

http://www.ifistanbul.com/en/index.asp