The Balkans Beyond Borders Short Film Festival (BBB SFF) is pleased to announce that the call for short film submissions for its 16th edition is officially extended until May 31, 2025. We are excited with the amount of the films we have received so far but we want to give more filmmakers the opportunity to reach the international audience of the BBB-SFF and improve the balance of representation among the Balkan countries.
This year’s theme, “DISTORToΠia – or how do you mirror reality”, invites filmmakers to critically engage with the fluid boundaries between truth, illusion, and perception. In a world shaped by sociopolitical turbulence and distorted narratives, BBB calls for cinematic voices that challenge, reflect, or reimagine reality.
From fictional distortions to documentary revelations, we seek films that challenge dominant narratives and expand our view of the world.
The festival will take place in November 2025 in Istanbul, continuing BBB’s tradition of moving across Balkan cities and fostering intercultural dialogue through cinema.
Submissions can be made through our official FilmFreeway page, where you can also find detailed information about the Call for Entries and Terms of Participation.
Submit your film by May 31, 2025 and be part of a festival that celebrates critical thought and artistic innovation. For more information visit our official website. Follow us on our social media and be the first to learn about all our latest news: Facebook, Instagram, Linkedin