F5iff

27/07/2026

At F5IFF 2026, youth-driven energy leads the way! Our young coordinators are out in the field—conducting site visits and leading key meetings to build this year’s festival from the ground up.

​Built entirely by the youth, for the youth.

​Stay tuned!
www.f5iff.com

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21/07/2026

We're sharing some of the films submitted to F5IFF 2026. Each brings its own voice and perspective to the screen.

Paani — dir. Aksh*ta Vashisht
Genesis— dir. Yesudas Sebastian
Mangle, Between Roots and Life — dir. Georgina Tovar
Flower X — dir. Tanishi Kapila
Lucky Jetti — dir. Tharun Kumar

Want to submit your own film? www.f5iff.com/film-submission
More info: www.f5iff.com



Note: This post acknowledges films submitted to F5IFF 2026 and does not indicate final selection.

18/07/2026

18/07/2026

Excited to share the incredible lineup of short films submitted to Fest5 International Film Festival (F5IFF) 2026! Bold, honest, and boundary-pushing stories from filmmakers around the world.

A Mouse and A Man - dir. Sahadeb Das
Moomtaz Khatoon: A Gender Fluid Q***r Muslim - dir. Imtiaz Popat
NOISE - dir. Robert Scott MacLeay
THE RETURN - dir. Mohd Awis Abu Bakar
Dedomestication - dir. Rafa Bqueer

Each film brings a unique voice and perspective to the screen — stories of identity, resistance, roots, and reinvention. Stay tuned for screening dates and more details! 🎞️

Got a film? Submit yours: www.f5iff.com/film-submission
More info: www.f5iff.com

10/07/2026

Cheering on the next generation of storytellers! We received these inspiring student films from young filmmakers pouring their creativity and passion into cinema:

Mehfil Sealdah South — Dir. Subhash Jha

Of Curses and Betrayals — Dir. Sourav Brahma

Muskan – The Closed Door — Dir. Muskan Kumari

Smriti Dhara: Grain of Memory — Dir. Shameer Ali

The Perfect Gift — Dir. Kunal Suresh Ganvir

To all the student filmmakers — thank you for trusting F5IFF with your work. Your fresh perspectives and bold storytelling are exactly what keep cinema alive. Keep creating!

Stay tuned as we journey through these submissions!

Got a film to share? Student film submissions are FREE at F5IFF. Submit yours: www.f5iff.com/film-submission

To know more: www.f5iff.com

10/07/2026

We took some time today to look back at our progress and plot our next set of agendas.

Stay tuned for what’s coming.

For more information, visit, www.f5iff.com

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09/07/2026

The F5IFF team is deeply grateful to Mr. Sandip Nowlakha for taking the time to meet with us today at the Garden Cafe. It was a pleasure to discuss the upcoming festival and gain his invaluable insights. We eagerly look forward to his continued support.

06/07/2026

We recently welcomed a new group of interns from ASMi Business School to the Fest5 International Film Festival team, and had our first meeting with them this week.

Glad to have you on board — looking forward to working together this season.

19/06/2026

French cinema takes center stage at F5IFF. 🇫🇷🎬

We are pleased to announce that France is our esteemed Focus Country for the third edition of the Fest5 International Film Festival. To honor France’s rich cinematic legacy and diverse storytelling traditions, we are delighted to offer a complete waiver of entry fees for all French films and filmmakers.

We are actively seeking more bold, evocative voices to join our official selection. We invite filmmakers to submit their work and contribute to this meaningful cross-cultural dialogue.

Current French Submissions:

The Timeline

On which foot to dance

SAVING PARADISE: The Grand Canyon

Side by Side

STRIKE

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Submissions for our Festival Focus categories remain open and free of charge. Join us in shaping this year’s program—submit your film today and be part of our international cinema community.

These works represent the spirit of creative exploration we aim to champion at F5IFF. We look forward to evaluating new entries as we prepare for the festival, taking place from November 17 to 21, 2026.

15/06/2026

Our third session at the LP4Y Centre, Howrah was all about the Youth taking the lead. It was inspiring to watch them experiment with new angles and bring their original scripts to life.
We spent the day reviewing their footage, providing insights, and using our workshop guides to refine their shot composition, audio, and pacing. Seeing the participants apply this technical feedback in real-time to sharpen their storytelling was incredible.
A huge thanks to the coaches and the catalyst of LP4Y Howrah. Their progress and dedication to mastering these tools continue to shine!