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L'Alternativa, 33rd Barcelona Independent Film Festival 2026
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L'Alternativa, 33rd Barcelona Independent Film Festival 2026

Centre de Cultura Contemporània de Barcelona

June 22, 2026Barcelona, Spain

While traditionally categorized as an independent film festival, L'Alternativa's deep, structural commitment to experimental and essay formats makes it a vital venue for video and new media artists. Screening at the CCCB provides immense institutional validation and cross-pollination with the broader contemporary culture discourse. New media artists often possess a distinct advantage due to the...

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Selection for screening at the highly prestigious CCCB, and a contribution toward travel and accommodation.

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Open to filmmakers and video artists worldwide. Submitted works must have been completed after January 1, 2025. The festival explicitly welcomes experimental, essay, animation, and hybrid nonfiction moving image works.

Dates & details

Deadline
Regular Deadline: 2026-06-22; Late Deadline: 2026-06-30
Programme dates
During the festival (specific dates not provided)
Duration
Varies (duration of film/video work)
Costs to the artist
Varies (production costs, potential travel beyond contribution)
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Up to €6,000 (International Feature Film Prize or Spanish Film Prize), €3,000 (International Short Film Prize)
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Free

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