EVENT DATE:
EVENT DATE:
KIFF 2026
CELEBRATING OUR FIFTH
FIFTH YEAR, WE ARE
OPEN FOR SUBMISSIONS
AND GEARING FOR
OUR BIGGEST AND
BOLDEST FESTIVAL YET!
Join us for the 5th Edition
of one of UK’s fastest
growing film festivals,
dedicated to celebrating
bold storytelling and
diverse voices in
global cinema.
KIFF 2026 - CELEBRATING OUR FIFTH YEAR WE ARE OPEN FOR SUBMISSIONS
AND GEARING FOR OUR BIGGEST AND BOLDEST FESTIVAL YET!
Join us for the 5th Edition of one of UK’s fastest growing film festivals,
dedicated to celebrating bold storytelling and diverse voices in global cinema.
NOTIFICATION DATE:
MARCH 28, 2026
NOTIFICATION DATE: MARCH 28, 2026
ABOUT THE
KINGSTON
INTERNATIONAL
FILM FESTIVAL
At KIFF we pride ourselves in our organisation providing a friendly and welcoming atmosphere to our filmmakers and audiences with accessible networking and social sessions.
We are dedicated to diversity which is why we are known as a “Festival for Everyone”.
With our leading Industry partners, Panavision, VMI.TV, Verve and Film London, we will continue to shine a spotlight on emerging talent, encouraging and supporting filmmakers both in the UK and abroad.
After the success of previous years, we will be continuing with our programme of workshops aiming to empower filmmakers, provide insights into the industry, help with the decisions on which route to take and demystify the gateways into the industry. Our speakers and panelists will again be from leading organisations such as Film London, ScreenSkills, Access NFTS and Film Fixers.
2025 AWARDS & PRIZES
ROTUNDA AWARD FOR BEST U18 SHORT FILM
Prize: Final Draft and Industry Mentor for your next Screenplay
VERVE AWARD FOR BEST STUDENT SHORT FILM
Prize: £5,000 pounds worth of Kit Hire
247 KIT AWARD FOR BEST FIRST FEATURE FILM
Prize: £5,000 pounds worth of Kit Hire
VMI.TV AWARD FOR BEST SHORT FILM
Prize: £5,000 pounds worth of Kit Hire
LITEWORX AWARD FOR BEST DOCUMENTARY
Prize: £2,000 pounds worth of Kit Hire
PANAVISION AWARD FOR BEST FEATURE FILM
Prize: £7,500 pounds worth of Kit Hire
GLO FILM AWARD FOR EADWEARD MUYBRIDGE PRIZE
Prize: £1,500 of Kit Hire
Whilst we endeavour to provide the same or similar prizes we cannot guarantee them due to the possibility of unforeseen circumstances such as loss of sponsorship.
KIFF is a proud founding member of the Association of Independent Film Festivals (AIFF) – promoting integrity, transparency, and filmmaker-first values.
ABOUT THE
KINGSTON INTERNATIONAL
FILM FESTIVAL
At KIFF we pride ourselves in our organisation providing a friendly and welcoming atmosphere to our filmmakers and audiences with accessible networking and social sessions.
We are dedicated to diversity which is why we are known as a “Festival for Everyone”.
With our leading Industry partners, Panavision, VMI.TV, Verve and Film London, we will continue to shine a spotlight on emerging talent, encouraging and supporting filmmakers both in the UK and abroad.
After the success of previous years, we will be continuing with our programme of workshops aiming to empower filmmakers, provide insights into the industry, help with the decisions on which route to take and demystify the gateways into the industry. Our speakers and panelists will again be from leading organisations such as Film London, ScreenSkills, Access NFTS and Film Fixers.
2025 AWARDS & PRIZES
ROTUNDA AWARD FOR BEST U18 SHORT FILM
Prize: Final Draft and Industry Mentor for your next Screenplay
VERVE AWARD FOR BEST STUDENT SHORT FILM
Prize: £5,000 pounds worth of Kit Hire
247 KIT AWARD FOR BEST FIRST FEATURE FILM
Prize: £5,000 pounds worth of Kit Hire
VMI.TV AWARD FOR BEST SHORT FILM
Prize: £5,000 pounds worth of Kit Hire
LITEWORX AWARD FOR BEST DOCUMENTARY
Prize: £2,000 pounds worth of Kit Hire
PANAVISION AWARD FOR BEST FEATURE FILM
Prize: £7,500 pounds worth of Kit Hire
GLO FILM AWARD FOR EADWEARD MUYBRIDGE PRIZE
Prize: £1,500 of Kit Hire
Whilst we endeavour to provide the same or similar prizes we cannot guarantee them due to the possibility of unforeseen circumstances such as loss of sponsorship.
KIFF is a proud founding member of the Association of Independent Film Festivals (AIFF) – promoting integrity, transparency, and filmmaker-first values.
CATEGORIES & FEES
CATEGORIES & FEES
RULES & TERMS
RULES & TERMS