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Alternativa Film Awards Rebrands as Alternativa Film Festival
The nomadic Alternativa project, formerly known as the Alternativa Film Awards, is now officially the Alternativa Film Festival, reflecting its growing scope and commitment to connecting impactful cinema with broader audiences. The 2026 edition will be set in Latin America.
28 May 2025
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Open Call for Alternativa Film Awards and Festival 2026
Alternativa will open submissions for the 3rd Alternativa Film Awards and Festival, —which will take place in Latin America in 2026, —in mid-June.
22 May 2025
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Alternativa Supports the Impact Campaign of Devi
Directed by Subina Shrestha, Devi (2024) is a powerful Nepalese documentary about activist Devi Khadka, who fights for justice for women affected by wartime sexual violence. Alternativa supports the theatrical release of the film in Nepal this May to help amplify Devi's campaign for recognition, healing, and solidarity.
13 May 2025
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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.
