IMDb Qualifying International Film Festival for Independent Filmmakers

Submit Your Short Film, Feature Film, Documentary or Screenplay

War of Films is an IMDb Qualifying international film festival dedicated to independent filmmakers from around the world. We accept short films, feature films, documentaries, music videos and screenplays, offering selected projects exposure to distributors, production companies and film industry professionals. Our mission is to support emerging talent and connect filmmakers with real international opportunities.

IMDb Qualifying Festival

Our festival is officially recognized as IMDb Qualifying, giving your project global visibility and industry recognition.

Why Independent Filmmakers Choose War of Films

WHY FILMMAKERS CHOOSE US

Distribution Opportunities

Selected projects can access real opportunities with distributors, buyers, sales agents and production companies.

International Visibility

Filmmakers from more than 120 countries participate in our festival, creating a truly diverse and global community.

Support for Emerging Talent

We are committed to helping independent creators grow their careers, connect with the industry and reach new audiences.

Our festival has attracted major stars such as Susan Sarandon, Robin Williams, Ron Perlman, Lucy Liu, Danny Trejo, Michael K. Williams, John Turturro, Malcolm McDowell, Vinnie Jones, Bella Ramsey (Game of Thrones), and Oscar-nominated actor James Cromwell, all of whom have received awards at our festival

More than 6,500 filmmakers from over 120 countries have trusted War of Films to showcase their projects, making the festival an important international platform for independent cinema and emerging talent.

A Festival Recognized Around the World

TRUSTED BY FILMMAKERS WORLDWIDE

War of Films was a wonderful experience. Earning wins for Best Short Film, Best Actor (Danny Trejo), and an Honorable Mention (Jesse C. Boyd) for our crime thriller THE FIXER was truly a “killer” trifecta.

★★★★★

Having participated in what has to be close to a hundred or more film festivals over the years, the level of communication, organization, professionalism and thoughtfulness towards the filmmaker is unmatched when it comes to War of Films.

★★★★★

Sergi and the team were great from start to finish. There are many festivals but these guys are really passionate about what they do. I hope to be able to enter again in the future.

Michael Schilf

Director and Producer of "The Fixer"

Justin Hunt

Director and Producer of "The Post"

Writer and Producer of "Mongrel"

Jennifer Van Gessel

Frequently asked questions

How can I submit my film to War of Films?

You can submit your short film, feature film, documentary, screenplay or music video through our official submission platforms available on the Submit page.

Is War of Films an IMDb Qualifying film festival?

Yes. War of Films is an IMDb Qualifying international film festival supporting independent filmmakers from around the world.

What categories are accepted?

We accept short films, feature films, documentaries, music videos, animation projects and screenplays from filmmakers worldwide.

Can international filmmakers participate?

Yes. War of Films welcomes independent filmmakers from all countries and has already received submissions from more than 120 nations worldwide.

Do selected projects receive distribution opportunities?

Selected projects may gain visibility among distributors, streaming platforms, buyers, sales agents and film industry professionals connected to the festival.

Does a selected project guarantee a distribution contract?

No. We want to make it very clear that, as a festival, we try to support the most interesting projects, but in no case is a distribution contract guaranteed. That depends on the interest your project generates among distributors.

Why should filmmakers submit to War of Films?

War of Films offers international exposure, IMDb qualification, awards recognition and opportunities to connect with film industry professionals and distributors worldwide.

Where is War of Films based?

War of Films is an international independent film festival based in Barcelona, Spain.

Are student films accepted?

Yes. We encourage emerging talent and welcome submissions from film students and new independent filmmakers.

Can I submit more than one project?

Yes. Filmmakers may submit multiple projects as long as each submission is completed separately through the official submission platform.

Does War of Films support emerging filmmakers?

Absolutely. Supporting emerging independent filmmakers and helping new talent gain international visibility is one of the core missions of the festival. You can check out our Instagram where we have promoted more than 1,200 projects.