Development
Short Film Development Lab
A dedicated space for short film project development.
International Film Development Platform
FROM SHORT FILM TO WHAT'S NEXT.
İzmir Film Lab is the year-round development and industry platform of the International İzmir Short Film Festival. We support emerging filmmakers through project development, industry access, career progression and new forms of storytelling.
From İzmir to the Mediterranean. From the Mediterranean to the World.
2026 Short Film Project Development Programme
EVALUATION IN PROGRESS
Applications closed on 15 September 2026. The selection process is now underway.
- Applications
- 1 August – 15 September 2026 · Closed
- Boards announced
- 15 October 2026
- Finalists
- 20 October 2026
- Final programme
- 2–8 November 2026 · İzmir
The platform
Career
Short to Feature
A pathway for filmmakers moving from short form toward their next work.
Market
İzmir Short Film Market
In development · 2027 prototype.
New Narratives
Digital Narratives
2027 focus: Vertical Stories.
Industry
Industry Days
An industry programme connecting creators with producers, festival programmers, funds, distributors and international film professionals.
Industry
BUILT FOR THE NEXT STEP
The Lab creates room for filmmakers to develop work, meet the industry and continue their practice beyond a single programme.
Resources
TOOLS FOR THE WORK
Programme information, application guidance and new opportunities are shared here as they are confirmed.
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BUILD THE NEXT CHAPTER
For partnership, institutional collaboration and programme enquiries, contact the Lab.
Contact the Lab