Short Film Festival 2025

LK Short Film Festival

Get ready for the grand debut of the LK Short Film Festival, set to take place in January 2025!

This Pan-Kerala celebration of cinema is an open invitation to filmmakers across the state to showcase their talent, embracing diverse themes and genres. Presented by LK Production International, the festival offers a vibrant platform for creativity, innovation, and storytelling excellence.

A prestigious jury comprising renowned Kerala filmmakers will judge the entries, ensuring that the best talents are recognized and celebrated. With over 30 awards up for grabs across multiple categories, participants have the chance to shine in a competitive yet encouraging environment. The highlight of the festival will be the grand award ceremony in Kochi, a night that promises to be both inspiring and memorable for Kerala’s cinematic community.

This is more than just a competition—it’s an opportunity to make your mark in the world of short films. Don’t miss this historic moment to present your unique vision and be part of a landmark event in Kerala’s vibrant film culture!

Vision

The LK Short Film Festival envisions becoming a premier platform for showcasing diverse cinematic talent from Kerala, celebrating creativity, storytelling, and cultural expression. We aim to bring together f ilmmakers, artists, and audiences, fostering a vibrant film community that inspires and elevates the global cinematic landscape.

Mission

Our mission is to support and recognize emerging filmmakers from across Kerala, offering a platform for creative expression without boundaries. We strive to celebrate cinematic excellence, promote local talent, and encourage dialogue through diverse film categories. The LK Short Film Festival aims to unite storytellers and audiences, making Kerala a hub for impactful cinema.

Guidelines
Award Categories
FAQ

Short films are invited from Kerala.
Short films of any category are welcome, including silent films, experimental films, documentary films, sci-fi films, and more.
Films should be between 5 minutes and 30 minutes in duration.
Any theme is acceptable for submission.
The 5-member jury board will be chaired by renowned film director Kamal.
The last date for submission is 25th December 2024.
A registration fee of ₹2000/- is applicable for each short film entry
Awards in various categories will be presented at an award ceremony in January 2025.
The award ceremony will take place at Gokulam convention centre, Kochi.

To ensure a smooth submission process, please include a link to your short film on the submission form. You have two options for sharing your film:

Google Drive link : Share a link to your film directly from Google Drive.
YouTube link : Upload your film to YouTube and set the video to "unlisted". Then, share the link on the submission form.

Best Short Film wins an exciting prize of Rs. 25,000
Best Director wins an prize of Rs. 10,000
Best Actor earns a reward of Rs. 5,000 for excellence.
Best Actress gets recognition with Rs. 5,000 prize.
Best Editor receives a well-deserved Rs. 5,000 award.
Best Scriptwriter is rewarded with Rs. 5,000 prize.
The Best Cinematographer secures Rs. 5,000 as recognition.

25 best performed shortfilms will be awarded with certificates and mementos by director Sri.Kamal

How can I submit my short film for the festival?

You can submit your short film through the submission link provided on the LK Film Festival website. For any further inquiries, please contact us via the contact number listed on the website.

What are the criteria for submitting a short film?

We invite short films from Kerala on any theme, made in 2023 or 2024, with a duration of 3 to 30 minutes. Silent films are also welcome. We are happy to accept submissions from students (under 18 years old).

What is the demographic for the competition?

The festival is a Pan-Kerala event. We encourage short film submissions from across Kerala.

How will the films be judged?

The judging process will consist of two stages. After an initial screening, the films will be evaluated by a 5-member jury chaired by director Sri. Kamal. Other jury members include Vidhu Vincent, Baijuraj Chekavar, AK Sajan, and Mitta MC.

Where will the award ceremony take place?

The award ceremony will be held at the Gokulam convention centre in Kochi on January 2025, with an esteemed gathering of guests from the Malayalam film industry, politics, media, and the press.

How many awards will be presented?

There will be six award categories: Best Film, Best Director, Best Actor, Best Actress, Best Scriptwriter, and Best Cinematographer. Additionally, over 30 well-performed short films will receive certificates and mementos. Other films will receive laurels and media recognition.

Will the awarded films be screened?

Yes, the awarded films will be screened at the Radisson Blu Hotel Kochi in the presence of guests and an esteemed audience.

Are there any other recognition events during the festival?

Yes, the LK Short Film Festival will also honor a distinguished personality from the Malayalam film industry for their significant contributions to cinema.

What media coverage will be offered at the event?

All participants will receive media and press coverage. Mainstream media outlets will be present to ensure comprehensive media coverage of the event and the participants

How many people are expected to attend the program?

The event is expected to host over 200 attendees, including chief guests, filmmakers, and the audience.

What are the additional benefits for participants?

Participants will have the opportunity to share their experiences during the event, as well as take part in a group photo session to reflect on their contributions and celebrate the festival.

Submission

*A registration fee of ₹2000/- is applicable for all submissions.

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