Question 1

Best Short Film

Accepted Answer

Best Short Film -Short films with a maximum runtime of 30 minutes. All genres are welcome.

Question 2

Best Animation / Motion Design

Accepted Answer

Best Animation / Motion Design -Animated films or motion design projects with a maximum runtime of 30 minutes. Entries can include 2D, 3D, stop-motion, or hybrid animation. Creativity, visual storytelling, and technical execution will be evaluated.

Question 3

Best Documentary

Accepted Answer

Best Documentary Film - Documentary films with a maximum runtime of 60 minutes. Entries should have a non-fictional focus and convey factual or real-life stories.

Question 4

Best Production

Accepted Answer

Best Production  - Short films or videos with a maximum runtime of 20 minutes. Creativity, concept, prodcution value and production quality will be considered.

Question 5

Best Ensemble

Accepted Answer

Best Ensemble  - Films that feature the strongest overall acting ensemble. Acting quality, chemistry, and performance consistency will be evaluated.

Question 6

Teen Award - New Generation

Accepted Answer

Teen Award - New Generation - Short films with a maximum runtime of 30 minutes, directed by filmmakers aged 16–21.
We support our youth filmmakers - There will be up to 3 winners in these category.

Question 7

Best First-Time Filmmaker

Accepted Answer

Films directed by first-time filmmakers. All genres are welcome, with a maximum runtime of 30 minutes. This award recognizes outstanding creativity, storytelling, and execution from emerging directors making their debut.

Question 8

Special Awards

Accepted Answer

In 2026 the Special Awards will be:Best Director of Photography Best Editing Special Jury Award

Summer Edition 2026

Best Short Film

Best Animation / Motion Design

Best Documentary

Best Production

Best Ensemble

Teen Award - New Generation

Best First-Time Filmmaker

Special Awards

Moonville Film Festival:
Award Winner 2026

Find all Award Winners & Nominees for 2026

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Summer Edition 2026

Best Short Film

Best Animation / Motion Design

Best Documentary

Best Production

Best Ensemble

Teen Award - New Generation

Best First-Time Filmmaker

Special Awards

Moonville Film Festival: Award Winner 2026

Find all Award Winners & Nominees for 2026

Contact

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Moonville Film Festival:
Award Winner 2026