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AFIN International Film Festival (AFIN)

Brisbane, QLD · SunPAC & Dendy Cinemas Portside
Next edition 10 Oct 2027 · in 11 months

Open for entries · closes 27 Jun 2027

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Eligibility & notes

Brisbane-based international festival celebrating independent cinema across features, shorts, documentaries, animations, series, and screenplays. Features 22 award categories with crystal trophies and memberships, plus free entry for Australian First Nations filmmakers. No strict premiere required, though premieres are prioritised.

Key details

Festival dates
October (10 Oct – 23 Oct 2027)
Submission window
Opens late Oct · Closes late Jun (deadline 27 Jun 2027)
Entry fees
Shorts $26–$44 AUD · Features $33–$50 AUD (free for First Nations)
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Sources

This listing summarises what AFIN International Film Festival publishes. Check the official pages before you submit:

Details last checked against these sources on 8 Nov 2026. Listing last updated 8 Nov 2026. Machine-readable: /api/festivals/afin-international-film-festival.