Linz International Short Film Festival

Name: Linz International Short Film Festival
Address: University of art and industrial design Linz, Hauptplatz 8, Linz, 4020, AT
Telephone: +4367761795077

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Linz International Short Film Festival

Linz International Short Film Festival is a unique film event for short filmmakers and film lovers t

19/05/2026

Proud to stand here with the filmmakers of Film Talent Academy at the heart of the Short Film Corner of the Cannes Film Festival. 🎬✨

Different stories, different voices, one shared passion: cinema.

This is more than a group photo — it’s a celebration of creativity, collaboration, and the journey of filmmakers bringing their stories to the world stage.

Grateful for every conversation, every connection, and every unforgettable moment here in Cannes.

16/05/2026

Today, the world of art lost one of its bravest and most revolutionary voices: VALIE EXPORT.
Born in Linz, she transformed contemporary art forever through radical feminist performances, experimental cinema, media art, and fearless activism. Austria did not just lose an artist — it lost a cultural force who challenged patriarchy, censorship, and the objectification of women long before the world was ready to listen.

Her iconic works such as Tap and Touch Cinema and Ge***al Panic changed the language of feminist art globally. She used her own body as a political statement, confronting society with uncomfortable truths about power, gender, and freedom. What once shocked audiences in the 1960s and 70s is now recognized as visionary and historically groundbreaking.

VALIE EXPORT inspired generations of artists, filmmakers, feminists, and thinkers across the world. Her courage opened doors for women in performance art and media art, and her influence can still be seen in contemporary artistic expression today.

Linz and Austria have lost one of their greatest artists — a woman who turned rebellion into art and art into resistance.
Her legacy will remain immortal. Rest in peace, legend. 🖤

21/04/2026

Ready to take your film beyond borders?
The Film Talent Academy of Linz ISFF is a unique initiative for filmmakers ready to level up.

If you’re serious about your next project, this could be your turning point.

Get access to mentorship, project development, and real international industry access and pitching at the Festival de Cannes.

Limited spots are available
Deadline: April 25, 2026

Apply now and take the next step in your filmmaking journey

09/10/2025

Opening Night Magic — October 8!
The Linz International Short Film Festival 2025 kicked off in style — with a full house at the City Kino Linz and the Art University of Linz!

Over 70 filmmakers from around the world have gathered to celebrate creativity, storytelling, and the art of short films.
In the coming days, 35 emerging directors will take the stage to pitch their projects — bringing bold ideas and fresh visions to the world of cinema.

October 8–11, 2025
City Kino Linz & University of Art Linz

06/10/2025

Jury members Linz ISFF 2025

BOJANA BREGAR
is a Slovenian film critic, writer, and curator based in Vienna. She studied philosophy and cultural sociology at the University of Ljubljana and began her career at the Slovenian Cinematheque. A longtime editor at Ekran Magazine, she co-founded the Kraken Short Film Promotion Society, which organizes the FeKK – Ljubljana International Short Film Festival. Since 2019, she has been part of the programming team of Vienna Shorts Film Festival, continuing her dedication to supporting emerging voices in European cinema.

PIROUZ NEMATI
is an Iranian-Canadian actor, filmmaker, writer, and editor based in Montreal. He is best known for co-writing and starring in Universal Language (2024), a surreal comedy blending Iranian and Canadian sensibilities. The film won the Cannes Directors’ Fortnight Audience Award, was Canada’s official submission for the Academy Awards, and earned Nemati Canadian Screen Award nominations for Best Lead Performance in a Comedy Film and Best Original Screenplay.

SOPHIA HOCHEDLINGER
is a screenwriter, director, and editor. Her short films have been shown at film festivals around the world. She studies art and media at the Academy of Fine Arts Vienna and is co-director of YOUKI - International Youth Media Festival.

24/09/2025

Big stories begin here!
We proudly present the 11 filmmakers of our Film Talent Academy – First Feature LAB 2025–2026 – an international program dedicated to visionary autor filmmakers developing their debut feature films.

After online masterclasses with leading industry experts, they will be in Linz, where they will pitch their projects in front of the Selection Committee during the Linz International Short Film Festival.
The selected projects will move into the next phase – with mentoring, networking, and international industry exposure – and the chosen filmmakers will pitch their projects at the Marché du Film, Cannes 2026.

From Linz to Cannes – the journey starts now.

24/09/2025

Meet the future of cinema!
17 emerging film talents from around the world have completed the first phase of our Film Talent Academy – Short Film LAB 2025–2026 – an international program in collaboration with Festival de Cannes – SFC Rendez-vous Industry.

After a series of online masterclasses, these bold autor filmmaker will be in Linz, ready to pitch their projects live during Linz International Short Film Festival.
The Selection Committee will choose the projects that will continue on to the next phase – and the selected filmmakers will pitch their projects at the Marché du Film, Cannes 2026.

Follow their journey – from Linz to Cannes!

19/05/2025

Visit us at our booth in Short Film Corner in Marché du Film.
14-2, Level -1, Palais des Festvals de Cannes!
If you have question about the festival and how to apply for the next LABs of Film Talent Academy

Adresse

University Of Art And Industrial Design Linz, Hauptplatz 8
Linz
4020

Telefon

+4367761795077

Webseite

http://www.linzisfilmfestival.com/

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