11/07/2025
https://filmfreeway.com
WINECAST is an international film and wine festival set in Georgia, celebrating the unique blend of cinema, viticulture and gastronomy.
The festival offers curated screenings of films from around the world, with a special focus on wine- and gastronomy-related cinema, alongside tastings and exhibitions featuring exceptional Georgian and international wines.
WINECAST also hosts industry events for both the film and wine sectors, including workshops, masterclasses, and networking opportunities.
With live music, vibrant parties, rich cultural programming, gastronomic experiences, tastings, and open-air screenings and many more, WINECAST is a must-visit for filmmakers, wine lovers, and travelers seeking an unforgettable experience in one of the world’s oldest winemaking regions.
We are looking for films that our audience of film lovers will truly enjoy — from any genre, any length, and covering any theme. We provide cash prizes to the winners and warmly invite all selected filmmakers to present their films and take part in the festival experience. While we do not cover travel expenses, we are pleased to offer airport transfers, hotel accommodations, tours, and an all-inclusive festival pass — including dinners, happy hours, concerts, masterclasses, tastings, and more — to make your visit unforgettable.
Each year, WINECAST begins in the vibrant capital city, Tbilisi, and then moves to a key location within the main region of that year.
In 2025, our main location is Château Mukhrani. The festival will start in Tbilisi before moving to this historic Georgian winery and palace, celebrated for its rich winemaking tradition, stunning architecture, and beautiful vineyards.
WINECAST promises an experience unlike any other festival — one that all our guests will remember forever. Beyond the screenings, you’ll enjoy the finest wines, rich culture, delicious Georgian food, soulful music, stunning nature, and many more unforgettable moments celebrating the magic of film and wine.
Awards & Prizes
Awards & Prizes
🎬 Film Awards
Winners in all film categories — Best Full-Length Film, Best Short Film, and Best Wine and Culinary-Themed Film — will receive a unique festival trophy and an official diploma, celebrating their creative achievements. In addition, each winner will receive a cash prize:
Best Full-Length Film of the Festival – 1,000 GEL
Best Short Film of the Festival – 1,000 GEL
Best Wine and Culinary-Themed Film of the Festival – 1,000 GEL
🍇 Pitch Session Awards
Selected winners of the pitch sessions will receive exciting prizes from participating wineries, including exclusive wine packages and hotel stays — offering both recognition and support to further develop their projects.
🍷 Wine Awards
The Best Wine of the Festival – People’s Choice and the Sommelier’s Choice awards will each be honored with a festival diploma and a specially crafted WINECAST trophy.
We warmly invite all selected filmmakers to present their films and take part in the festival experience. While we do not cover travel expenses, we are pleased to offer airport transfers, hotel accommodations, tours, and an all-inclusive festival pass — including dinners, happy hours, concerts, masterclasses, tastings, and more — to make your visit unforgettable.
Rules & Terms
Films to be submitted via FilmFreeway online.
All films and videos must be in the English language or have English subtitles.
Anyone submitting a film must be at least eighteen (18) years old and either own the film's copyright or have the consent from the copyright owner.
Please direct any questions to the Festival: [email protected]
IF ACCEPTED
• Accepted filmmakers will be notified via email, phone or text. Filmmakers must confirm their participation by the given deadline, otherwise they might lose their spot in the line-up.
• Accepted filmmakers must be the authors of their submitted work and be ready to sign an agreement stating that they own all rights to their film and its components ahead of screening at Slamdance.
• If accepted, entrants are responsible for delivering their festival exhibition copy, trailer, screener link, press stills and press-kit on time.
• All accepted films must have Closed Captioning in English ready in time for their festival screening. We highly recommend you work on this while you wait for your festival acceptance since it will make your film more accessible to audiences wherever it may be shown.
• If accepted, filmmakers are expected to attend the festival.
• We do not cover filmmakers' travel expenses; however, we offer hotel accommodations and an all-inclusive pass for the festival, which includes dinners, happy hours, concerts, and more.
• We don't provide screening fees.
HOW WE PROGRAM
• Deliberating programmers determine a festival selection through discussion and voting.
• Each participating programmer has an equal vote and no festival competition selections are made outside of this process.
• Our programmers are not required to read submission cover letters and other supporting materials, but we encourage you to submit them in case they want to learn more about you and your work.
• We don't share programming feedback with entrants.
• Our decisions are final.
Review
2 Reviews
Overall Rating
Quality
Value
Communication
Hospitality
Networking
Daniel Pradilla De Bedout
WineCast Film Festival was more than just an event—it was a celebration of art, culture, and connection, and one of the most remarkable experiences of my career. From the moment we arrived, my partner Sandra and I were welcomed with open arms, treated to an atmosphere of warmth and hospitality that felt like coming home to a place we’d never been.
The Festival’s unique pairing of cinema and wine created an unforgettable symphony of storytelling and sensory delight. Each moment was thoughtfully curated, from the accommodations to the seamless organization, and every interaction left us feeling deeply valued. Sandra and I were captivated not only by the elegance of the wines and the passion for cinema but also by the breathtaking beauty of Georgia itself. The lush landscapes, rich history, and deep cultural heritage provided a stunning backdrop that elevated the entire experience.
I felt immense pride screening my film at WineCast. Sharing my story with an audience so deeply engaged and supportive was profoundly meaningful. It’s rare to find a festival that not only honors the art of storytelling but elevates it with such creative synergy and heartfelt care.
Tamta and Rusudan, your dedication and love for what you do radiated through every detail. You crafted an experience that was not only smooth and professional but also brimming with joy and soul. Having worked on festivals myself, I know the tireless effort it takes to pull off something of this magnitude, and you did it with grace, vision, and an undeniable passion.
WineCast stands out as a jewel among festivals—a harmonious blend of cinema, culture, and community that Sandra and I will cherish forever. We are already dreaming of returning, not just as filmmakers but as devoted supporters of this extraordinary event. Please know we are here to champion and celebrate your work in any way we can.
Thank you for creating a magical space where stories come to life, where the beauty of cinema and the richness of tradition unite. It was an honor and privilege to be part of something so special, and I can’t wait to see WineCast continue to thrive, inspire, and shine.
With heartfelt gratitude,
Daniel Pradilla De Bedout
November 2024 Helpful
studio fantasmagoria
The winecast festival was brilliant! We really enjoyed them!
November 2024 Helpful
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Dates & Deadlines
May 22, 2025
Opening Date
June 22, 2025
Deadline
July 12, 2025
Late Deadline
July 22, 2025
Notification Date
August 22 – 24, 2025
Event Date
Categories & Fees
Best Wine and Culinary-Themed Film
Best Full-Length Fiction & Documentary
Best Short Film (Fiction, Animation, Documentary)
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Key Stats
Audience Attendance
2,500
Estimated Submissions
1,500
Projects Selected
20
Awards Presented
3
Contact
Email
Tbilisi
Georgia
Website
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Venues
Tbilisi
Tbilisi, Tbilisi
Georgia
And 2 Additional Venues
Organizers
Mulberry Group
Festival Founder
Tamta Gabrichidze
Festival Founder
Rusudan Chumbadze
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