The festival is currently seeking: Feature Films, Documentaries, Short Films, and Screenplays.
This edition also confirms the groundbreaking competitive section: (R)evolution AI, dedicated to films and videos produced through the application of Artificial Intelligence technology.
Submission Deadlines & Platforms
The “Early Bird Deadline” for submissions ends on May 29th, 2026. Filmmakers are encouraged to submit their works today via:
Four feature films that reject standardized formulas to delve into the nuances of contemporary storytelling, presenting tales of obstinacy, vulnerability, and rupture. This selection explores the landscape of independent Italian cinema, highlighting a recurring theme: territory—both physical and emotional-as a space defined by conflict, contradiction,
Five works that lie off the beaten path of the mainstream, united by a powerful theme: the exploration of the body as a site of conflict and the rewriting of identity. Whether dealing with memories linked to a transplanted heart, the quest for self-redemption on
RIFF 2026 brings seven Italian documentaries to the big screen—some of the finest work you’ll see all year. Starting November 27th. Are you ready? We kick things off with the world premiere of “Renea – Nel nome dei figli” by Max Nardari, featuring Giuliana De
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