Vichy International Short Film Festival
Un Brin de Court
Edition n°2 - 2026
From 15 to 22 November 2026
Selection announcement date 15 September 2026
Vichy, FRANCE
No entry fees for this festival
Immerse yourself in the world of cinema and creativity through unique screenings, fascinating discussions, and unforgettable experiences featuring fiction films from around the world.
Organized by the Club Audiovisuel de Vichy, “Un Brin de Court” aims to expand its audience and reach a new level. It now positions itself as a celebration of international francophone short films.
The call for very short films opens on March 1, 2026, and closes on July 31, 2026.
Short films must have a running time, including credits, of between 1 and 3 minutes. The festival is open to all filmmakers, both amateurs and professionals. Sections for this 2nd edition (to choose from):
• Open theme
• Mandatory theme: Resistance
• Young audiences
Numerous prizes will be awarded by a professional jury and the audience.
We look forward to seeing many of you there.
Open Theme - Call Open
Closing
No entry fee
International Francophone Competition: Open Theme
Very short fiction films, in French or subtitled in French if produced in a foreign language, with a maximum duration of 3 minutes including credits, suitable for all audiences, showcasing diverse cultures, societies, and identities as factors of peace.
Number of films selected: between 24 and 30.
Subject to change, the following awards will be presented:
Jury Prize
Special Jury Mention (Coup de Cœur Award)
Audience Award
Best Francophone Film
Best Foreign Film
Selection criteria
Zones géographiques
WORLD
Production's date (Min)
2024
Duration (Min)
1’
Duration (Max)
3’
Production's date (Max)
2026
Category
Fiction
Languages of dialogues
French
Subtitles requested
Screening copy :
If the film isn’t in French mandatory subtitling in French
Screener :
If the film isn’t French mandatory subtitling in French or at least in English
Specific criteria
The screening copy must be provided in MP4 or .mov format.
A viewing link for your film is appreciated (Vimeo, YouTube, WeTransfer, etc.).
Mandatory Theme: Resistance - Call Open
Closing
No entry fee
Festival Theme: RESIST
Very short fiction films, in French or subtitled in French if shot in a foreign language, under 3 minutes in length including credits, suitable for all audiences, showcasing diverse cultures, societies, and identities that foster peace.
To resist means to refuse erasure and to defend a voice, a memory, a land, a language, or an identity. This act may be subtle or spectacular, but it always requires courage. In a world marked by social, ecological, and cultural crises, the festival invites filmmakers to explore all forms of resistance: visible or silent, intimate or collective, poetic or political.
No specific tone or style is imposed. Resistance can be expressed through storytelling, symbolism, poetry, or humor. The works should offer a personal and sensitive perspective on courage, the freedom to be oneself, and the defense of what truly matters.
Several possible approaches are suggested:
• Resisting in order to exist: affirming one’s identity, difference, dignity, or life choices.
• Cultural resistance: preserving a threatened language, tradition, art form, or memory, and ensuring its transmission.
• Resisting ecological collapse: addressing struggles, commitments, or visions related to environmental challenges.
• Inner resistance: portraying invisible battles against fear, doubt, injustice, or social pressure.
• Resisting differently: exploring unexpected forms of resistance through humor, imagination, or poetry.
The theme encourages an original and creative approach, highlighting humanity’s capacity to stand firm and defend what is essential.
Selection criteria
Zones géographiques
WORLD
Production's date (Min)
2024
Production's date (Max)
2026
Duration (Min)
1’
Duration (Max)
3’
Category
Fiction
Languages of dialogues
French
Subtitles requested
Screening copy :
If the film isn’t in French mandatory subtitling in French
Screener :
If the film isn’t French mandatory subtitling in French or at least in English
Specific criteria
The screening copy must be in mp4 or .mov format. A link to view your films is recommended (Vimeo, YouTube, WeTransfer, etc.).
Francophone “Young Audiences” - Call Open
Closing
No entry fee
Francophone “Young Audiences” Competition:
Very short francophone fiction or animated films, in French or subtitled in French if shot in a foreign language, under 3 minutes in length, theme of choice, credits included.
Target audience: children aged 7 to 12.
Number of selected films: between 12 and 16.
• Jury Prize
• Special Jury Favorite Award
• Audience Award
Selection criteria
Zones géographiques
WORLD
Production's date (Min)
2024
Production's date (Max)
2026
Duration (Min)
1’
Duration (Max)
3’
Category
Fiction, Animation
Languages of dialogues
French, French intertitle
Subtitles requested
Screening copy :
If the film isn’t in French mandatory subtitling in French
Screener :
If the film isn’t French mandatory subtitling in French or at least in English
Specific criteria
The screening copy must be in mp4 or .mov format. A link to view your films is recommended (Vimeo, YouTube, WeTransfer, etc.).
Photos
Festival prize list
2025
- Prix du Public - Marie-Béatrice Roy "Seringues et Yorshires"
- Mention spéciale du jury - Sébastien Kong "Hors du temps"
- Prix coup de coeur - Sofian Chouaib et Lyna Tadount "Ya Hanouni"
- Mention spéciale du jury - Anne Buffet "Boum Boum"
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