Call for Entries — 4th Edition of the Kreyol International Film Festival (KIFF)
We are pleased to announce the Call for Films for the fourth edition of the Kreyol International Film Festival (KIFF) — the only festival dedicated to the Creole Worlds, taking place from September 24 to 30, 2026, in Paris.
A generalist yet unique festival, KIFF celebrates and highlights the cultures, histories, philosophies, and environments of the Creole Worlds, offering an international stage to films of exceptional richness and diversity.
Please note that the organizing association reserves the right to adopt a hybrid format (in-person and online) if necessary, in order to increase KIFF’s visibility.
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Who Can Participate?
The Kreyol International Film Festival is open to all filmmakers, regardless of origin or nationality — whether they speak a Creole language or not.
Your film is welcome if it explores, directly or metaphorically, themes related to the Creole Worlds and reflects their authenticity, depth, and cultural richness. KIFF provides an international platform that seeks to showcase diverse talents and distinctive perspectives.
Whether you are an emerging or established filmmaker, we invite you to share your vision and voice through your art.
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Filming Locations and Perspectives
We warmly welcome films shot anywhere in the world, though special attention will be given to works produced or filmed in Creole-speaking regions.
Whether your film draws from traditional stories or explores contemporary or futuristic themes, your contribution is essential to enriching the dialogue and understanding surrounding Creole cultures.
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Diversity of Characters
We also encourage the submission of films that feature main or supporting characters of Creole descent, helping to showcase the diversity of Creole communities around the world.
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A Stage for Creole Voices — and Beyond
The Kreyol International Film Festival celebrates the universal reach of Creole cultures and their 129 Creole international languages of all lexical bases (French, English, Portuguese, Dutch, and others).
While special attention will be given to films in Creole (with subtitles), this is not a requirement.
All languages are welcome.
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Production Dates
- For films submitted via Festhome in the National and International Competition:
- production date after January 1, 2021.
- For films in the BLACK LIVES MATTER : production date after January 1, 2011.
- #METOO BLACK VOICE categories: production date after January 1, 2017.
- For films in the PIONEERS category (submission by email only, outside Festhome): production date after January 1, 1977 and before January 1, 2007.
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Number of Submissions
Each filmmaker may submit up to three (3) films in total.
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Submission Deadlines
Please note the following deadlines for submitting your films to KIFF2026 (subject to change) :
- Early deadline: April 30, 2026
- Official deadline: May 31, 2026
- Late deadline: June 30, 2026
- Selection announcement: July 29, 2026
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After reviewing the official KIFF Regulations (link below), submit your films and become part of this historic cinematic adventure.
Leave your mark on the story of the Kreyol International Film Festival.
Use the hashtags #KIFF2026 #Kreyollywood #KreyolInternationalFilmFestival to share and promote your participation.
