The Festival includes two sections:
1)Short Film Section
2)Branded Short Film Section
The Italian section concerns narrative short films (fiction), of Italian nationality, of any genre (horror, thriller, science fiction, crime, drama, comedy, etc.), with a maximum duration of 20 minutes, produced in 2026–2027.
The Branded Short Film section
Through this competitive category, the Festival acknowledges and enhances the branded short film as a high-level narrative format, capable of effectively integrating brand identity and value-driven content, while promoting creative excellence within the contemporary audiovisual landscape.
Awards presented by the category jury:
• Best Branded Short Film – overall
Awarded to the work that best integrates creative vision, communicative effectiveness, and technical quality, standing out for its ability to portray the brand in an authentic, engaging, and memorable way.
• Best Storytelling (Branded)
Awarded to the narrative that stands out for its effectiveness, coherence, and originality, successfully conveying the brand’s values through a compelling and well-structured story.
• Best Direction (Branded)
Awarded to the direction that best combines the brand’s identity with an original cinematic vision, enhancing both narrative and overall visual impact.