GAMBOA ZINEMALDIA consists of two distinct sections. One of them is called SHOT IN ÁLAVA, which welcomes short films with a maximum duration of 5 minutes that showcase some aspect related to the environment of Álava, in documentary or fiction format.
The prize is €200 plus a sustainable trophy.
Short films can be submitted until August 31. Information at:
https://filmmakers.festhome.com/festival/gamboa-zinemaldia
Gamboa Film Festival 2026: The cinema is back by the swamp of Ullibarri-Gamboa
The Gamboa Festival will hold a new edition on September 26, 2026, consolidating its commitment to Alavesa cinema, culture and the natural environment, and turning the Ullibarri-Gamboa reservoir into a meeting point for professionals, creators and the public.
Luca Keller Joins the International Jury for CIMASUB's 50th Anniversary Edition
Luca Keller, a renowned German-Italian underwater filmmaker and content creator, joins the jury of the 2026 edition of Cimasub, the Donostia-San Sebastián International Underwater Film Festival, in a particularly special year as the festival celebrates its 50th anniversary. His addition strengthens the international profile of the event and brings a contemporary perspective on underwater imaging from one of the most promising voices in the global sector.
The short film "Iturralde," by Jon Martija Leunda from Tolosa, was the big winner of the 2025 Gamboa Film Festival. It's a great film, and Martija's work was very well received by the audience.
Recently, the winner told the organizers of the 4th edition:
"I have very special memories of your festival, it's wonderful! I hope to have a new project to present to the festival next year."
BILBAO FANTASY FILM FESTIVAL – FANT CLOSES ITS 32ND EDITION WITH NEARLY 10,700 ATTENDEES ACROSS ITS PROGRAMMED ACTIVITIES
Attendance increased by 20% compared to last year, confirming the ever-stronger connection between the Festival and the people of Bilbao, as well as the growing interest in fantasy and horror cinema in all its forms.
“BUZZHEART”, DIRECTED BY DENNIS ILIADIS, WINS THE JURY AWARD FOR BEST FEATURE FILM IN THE OFFICIAL SECTION OF THE FANTASY FILM FESTIVAL – FANT 2026
The main award-winning films will be screened on Sunday, May 17, at BBK Hall: at 5:00 p.m. the winning films from the Fantasy Panorama Section, and at 7:30 p.m. the winners from the Official Section.
Basque. Audiovisual. will take center stage at the Tallinn Black Nights Film Festival with a dedicated spotlight
Basque. Audiovisual. will play a prominent role at the upcoming edition of PÖFF (the Tallinn Black Nights Film Festival), where it will participate as a guest territory in a special spotlight dedicated to its talent.