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International 100-Second Film Festival

The 15th International 100-Second Film Festival is a specialized cinematic competition in Tehran that challenges filmmakers to present complete narratives within a strict 100-second time limit. Held from September 15 to 18, 2026, the event showcases micro-cinema across several genres, emphasizing themes of national identity and global humanitarian concerns.

Date
Sep 15-18, 2026
Location
Tehran
Status
Ongoing
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International 100-Second Film Festival

Event summary

Highlights

  • Strict 100-second time limit for all competing films
  • Screening of 170 selected micro-shorts across three thematic sections
  • Dedicated competition category for films created using Artificial Intelligence
  • International educational initiative featuring workshops across nine countries
The 15th edition of the International 100-Second Film Festival serves as a platform for micro-cinema, pushing creators to deliver impactful stories under extreme time constraints. Organized by the Art Bureau of the Islamic Ideology Dissemination Organization, the 2026 event features 170 selected short films competing across national, international, and specialized 'For Homeland' categories. The festival focuses on three central pillars: the 'Battle for the Future,' the 'Battle for the Children of the World,' and patriotism.

Participants compete in categories including fiction, animation, documentary, and a dedicated section for works utilizing artificial intelligence. Beyond the screenings held in Tehran, the festival includes an international educational component consisting of workshops in nine countries. This initiative is designed to empower filmmakers and bloggers through training in modern storytelling, ideation, and the application of AI in cinema, fostering a global network of content creators.

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