The Grand Opening on Saturday, 11th of October

The International Short Film Festival of Cyprus returns to Limassol for its 15th consecutive year, marking a celebratory edition that honours the festival’s journey as the island’s leading cinematic destination dedicated to the art of the short film. From the 11^th to the 17^th of October, the Rialto Theatre will host filmmakers from Cyprus and around the world, presenting a multifaceted programme that weaves together artistic boldness, fresh narratives, and a broad international scope.

This year’s edition seeks to view cinema “from the other side”, to delve into the intricate relationships between viewer and screen, image and reality, imagination and experience. At its core lies the power of the short film form, revealing profound truths, transcending borders, and connecting diverse worlds within just a few yet impactful minutes.

The festival’s opening ceremony will take place on Saturday, 11^th of October, at 8:00 p.m. at the Rialto Theatre. Directed by Dimitris Chimonas, it promises a thought-provoking and audience-engaging experience.

Concept – Direction: Dimitris Chimonas

Performer: Leandros Stamatiades – Aphroditios

Dramaturgy – Text Editing: Seta Astreou-Karides

Set & Lighting Design: Dimitris Shammas

Music Direction: Thomas Daskalakis

Live Camera Operator: Angelos Charalambous

Immediately after the opening ceremony, the first screenings will follow, featuring a line-up of short films from the International and National Competition Sections, thus marking the official start of a week filled with stories, faces, and images that portray the world through the lens of emerging filmmakers.

Opening Night Party

After the screenings, the festival night will continue at the ISFFC Hub, with the Opening Night Party, setting the tone for the festival’s first cinematic evening. On the decks, DJ Sixonesix will deliver a dynamic set that moves between house, minimal, and electronic sounds, creating the perfect atmosphere for the official launch of the festival week.

Films will be screened in their original language with Greek and English subtitles.

Information: Rialto Theatre 77 77 77 45Facebook: @Int’l Short Film Festival of Cyprus

Instagram: isffc_filmfestivalwww.isffc.com.cy / www.rialto.com.cy

Tickets:€5 day pass€25 festival pass

Free admission for students upon presentation of their student ID, as well as for holders of a disability card.

ORGANISERS: 

Deputy Ministry of Culture – Department of Contemporary Culture and Rialto Theatre

In collaboration with Limassol Municipality 

Major Sponsors: APC Audit TAX Auditors, Green Olive, Digital Tree 

Technical Support: EventPRO

Awards Sponsors: SteFilm, Full Moon, Dinos Katsouridis Award

Hospitality Sponsor: Αlinea 

Media Sponsors: Check In, City.com.cy, CyBC

Supported by: Organisation of European Programmes and Cultural Relations, Cyprus University of Technology (CUT), University of Cyprus Alumni Office, Lemesos Newspaper,Limassol Cinema Club, Larnaca–Famagusta Cinema Club, Limassol Today, Lemesos Blog,  Limassol Public Transport Company, Vestnik Kipra, Limassol Tourism Development and Promotion Company.