MID-JUNE

Open Call for Alternativa Film Festival 2026

This summer we will open submissions for the 3rd Alternativa Film Festival, set to take place in Latin America in 2026. Stay tuned for updates.

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About Us

Alternativa is a global non-profit initiative that supports and promotes filmmakers from the Global South whose work has the potential to bring positive change to the world. Our mission is to amplify the international visibility of impact-driven talents and help their films reach broad and diverse audiences. By championing stories that make a difference, we bridge regional divides, empower local communities, and contribute to meaningful social transformation.

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  • Festival

    To honor and celebrate impactful cinema

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    Festival
  • Screenings

    To inspire action by bringing impactful films to wider audiences

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    Screenings
  • Labs

    To empower filmmakers in bringing impactful narratives to life

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    Labs

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inDrive helps bring fairness and impact to the film
industry, supporting filmmakers in sharing
their stories globally.

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ALTERNATIVA FILM FESTIVAL

Presents an alternative system for recognizing filmmakers from the film industries of the Global South, enabling their work to reach broad and diverse audiences and build bridges across regions. We honor films that bring positive change to the world and society. The Alternativa Film Festival is nomadic and moves to a new focus region with each edition.

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Alternativa Film Festival 2023 and 2024 Winners

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A Childless Village
joseph's son
whisperscof fire & water
A Childless Village
joseph's son
Bride stone
The late wind
Dordoi  City
Bride stone
The late wind
Dordoi  City

How it was

The second edition of the Alternativa’s Festival took place in Yogyakarta, Indonesia, expanding into a full-scale 7-day program with screenings, impact discussions, and industry events.

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Alternativa Film Screenings

Free public events that showcase nominees and winners of the Alternativa Film Festival, blending screenings with impact discussions to raise awareness, spark dialogue, and drive societal change.

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Alternativa Film Screenings

Alternativa Film labs

Free tailored education, mentoring, and networking for filmmakers who want to amplify their project’s impact, expand their audience, and tell important stories that haven’t been screened yet.

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IMPACT LAB 2025

Sep 6–9, Bali, Indonesia

JUST FUTURES IMPACT STORY LAB

This lab is designed for storymakers from Southeast Asia, focused on creating narratives that envision a just and equitable future for the region. It will provide a space for listening, learning, and solidarity, where participants can share strategies and experiences.

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News

Alternativa offers free educational programs for filmmakers at different stages of their journey, who explore social issues in their countries, and who seek to develop their homeland’s film industry and give a voice to their local communities.

partners

Alternativa thrives thanks to the steadfast support of its global and local partners. Together, we continue to push boundaries, amplify diverse voices, and strive to make positive changes. We sincerely thank all our partners for their invaluable commitment.

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