NOW OR NEVER European Film Festival

Now Or Never
European Film Festival

A premier showcase for European and international cinema, building a vibrant new film culture across shifting cultural capitals.

6th
Edition
EUR €2K
Top Feature Prize
Global
International Reach
July 2027
Event Showcase
Our Objective

Cultural Mobility & Cinematic Vision

NowOrNever European Film Festival aims to be a showcase for European cinema and a meeting point for professionals in the film sector, providing the opportunity for European filmmakers to showcase their works and compete for prizes in our different sections. Annually we choose a European city where we celebrate festivals, creating a concept of cultural mobility that allows the approach of European cinema at all levels.

This year, we will not just be receiving European films but films from the international community as well. We promote European feature films and short films of any kind; cult, independent, author films, animation, indie, commercial films, etc., supported by attractive distribution prizes.

Categories

Festival Sections

Feature Category

European Films

Dedicated exclusively to standout European feature-length cinematic productions.

Short Film Category

Official Selection

Showcasing the finest European short films competing across multiple technical accolades.

Regional Showcase

Spanish Hall

Exclusively highlighting exceptional Spanish short film productions and local talent.

Specialty Format

Animation Corner

Celebrating creative animation artistry in short film format from talented makers.

Global Category

International Short Film

Welcoming entries from all non-European countries, expanding our cross-cultural cinematic dialogue.

Recognition

Awards & Prizes

Section

European Films

  • Best European Feature Film €2000
  • Special Jury Mention
  • Audience Award
Section

Official Section

  • Best European Short Film €1000
  • Special Jury Mention 1-year distribution
  • Audience Award
  • Best Director Award
  • Best Actor & Actress Awards
  • Best Cinematography & Screenplay
  • Best Production Design Award
Section

Spanish Hall

  • Mejor Cortometraje 500 €
  • Mención Especial del Jurado
  • Premio del Público
  • Mejor Director
  • Mejor Interpretación
Section

International Short Film

  • Best International Short Film €750
  • Special Jury Mention
  • Audience Award
  • Best Cinematography Award
  • Best Screenplay Award
Schedule

Dates & Deadlines (2026–2027)

Updated timeline for the upcoming 6th annual festival cycle.

Opening Date
August 3, 2026

Submissions officially open for the new cycle.

First Early Deadline
September 9, 2026

First early bird submission cut-off.

Second Early Deadline
September 29, 2026

Second early entry window closes.

Third Early Deadline
October 29, 2026

Third early submission phase ends.

Standard Deadline (1)
November 30, 2026

Standard pricing window phase 1.

Standard Deadline (2)
December 30, 2026

Standard pricing window phase 2.

Standard Deadline (3)
January 28, 2027

Standard pricing window phase 3.

Standard Deadline (4)
February 25, 2027

Final standard entry window.

Late Deadline
March 30, 2027

Final deadline cut-off for submissions.

Notification Date
May 31, 2027

Official selection statuses sent out.

Event Date (6th Edition)
July 25 – 29, 2027

Join us for screenings, panels, and celebration!

Guidelines

Rules & Terms

1. Eligibility & Production Date

Directors must be over 18 years old. Films must have been finished after January 1, 2024. The amount of films registered is unlimited.


2. Language & Subtitles

All genres are accepted from worldwide creators. Films may be submitted in any language, but movies not in English must include English subtitles.


3. Online Platform Restrictions

No films that have been publicly disseminated by any online streaming platform will be accepted. Entry fees are nonrefundable.


4. Screening & Rights

Selected films must provide high-quality HD files (MOV, H.264, AppleProRes) or BluRay nine days before the event. Selected entries grant NONEFF the right to use promotional materials for one year.

Leadership

Festival Team

Gino Rodríguez

Director

Mai Ly Hongslo

Co-Director

Elena Vázquez

Programmer