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Sydney Women’s International Film Festival (SWIFF)

Sydney, NSW · Palace Cinemas Moore Park
Next edition 11 Apr 2027 · in 5 months

Closing soon · entries close 30 Nov

Submit a film (external site) Official website (external site)

Eligibility & notes

Features, shorts, documentaries, animation, music videos, web series and screenplays supporting women and non-binary filmmakers. Film entries require both an eligible key creative and protagonist. NSW cinematic release and online availability restrictions apply, with exceptions for web series and music videos.

Key details

Festival dates
11–17 Apr 2027 (11 Apr – 17 Apr 2027)
Submission window
Opens Jan · Closes Nov (deadline 30 Nov 2026)
Entry fees
Shorts/music videos $37–$105 · Features $100–$200 · Other categories vary; currency unconfirmed
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FilmFreeway

Sources

This listing summarises what Sydney Women’s International Film Festival publishes. Check the official pages before you submit:

Details last checked against these sources on 9 Nov 2026. Listing last updated 9 Nov 2026. Machine-readable: /api/festivals/sydney-womens-international-film-festival.