Discover the Festival

The Skopje Sunset Film Festival is an inclusive celebration of independent cinema, exclusively open to filmmakers from Europe and North America. Set against the breathtaking Skopje skyline, this free-of-charge festival welcomes filmmakers and cinephiles from these regions to share their unique stories. Our mission is to provide a platform where diverse voices and narratives from across Europe and North America can shine, connecting people through the universal language of film. Join us for a captivating experience as we screen thought-provoking films that inspire, challenge, and entertain—all under the glow of the Skopje sunset.
  • Film Screenings
  • Panel Discussions
  • Networking
  • Local Talent Showcase
  • International Films
  • Creative Community
  • Sunset Backdrop
  • Celebrate Filmmaking

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Rules and Regulations

1. Submission Guidelines
  • - All films must be submitted through the designated platform (e.g., FilmFreeway) or as per the festival’s instructions.
  • - Films of any genre, length, or format are welcome.
  • - Submissions must be in English or have English subtitles if the dialogue is in another language.
2. Eligibility
- Films completed after 2021 are eligible for submission.- Both short and feature-length films are accepted.- The festival is open to filmmakers from Europe and North America.
3. Categories
Short Fiction Film (Fiction/Documentary,Experimental/Animation/Student)Feature Film (Fiction/Documentary,Experimental/Animation/Student)Short ScriptFeature Script

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