New International Competition Section: EUROPEAN GLITCH 

What happens when the system freezes? The European Glitch is a malfunction in the system – but in these disruptions, space emerges for new perspectives, bold visions, and innovative outlooks on the future. 

This new competitive section, European Glitch, showcases debut and second feature-length films by young, talented European directors who dare to push boundaries, critically reflect on the present, and offer visions of coexistence. The section features films that pose questions about European identity and its place in a changing world in innovative ways. 

We are looking for films that: 

• Are politically and socially engaged, formally innovative, and thematically uncompromising. 
• Hack dominant narratives and amplify voices often missing from European discourse. 
• Show that Europe is far from perfect – but it can be a space for change. 

Submission & Deadlines 

• Submission deadline: May 31, 2025 
• Selection results will be announced by: August 31, 2025 
• 26th One World IDFF Slovakia: October 17–26, 2025 

Submission Criteria 

• Feature length: Over 60 minutes 
• Production date: After January 1, 2024 
• Countries of production: At least one of the co-producing countries must be from Europe
• A Slovak premiere is required, and European premieres are preferred
• Technical requirements: Available in DCP 2D format 
• Language requirements: English subtitles in .SRT format required 
• Additional accessibility features (audio descriptions & descriptive subtitles) are a plus 

Award 

The winning film will receive a prize of 1,000 EUR 

Fees 

Early bird submission fee from March 12 until April 30: 20 EUR (excl. VAT) 
Regular submission fee from May 1 until May 31: 30 EUR (excl. VAT) 

We recognize the challenges of filmmaking during wartime, filmmakers from Ukraine and Palestine are exempt from paying the submission fee.