AISFF
Ąžuolynas International Student Film Festival
The «Ažuolynas» Film Festival is named after one of the sights of Kaunas, at the foot of which our studio is located.
What do you want to do with your life, and how do you find your true calling? We are looking for stories about discovering your path, making career choices, and overcoming self-doubt. Tell us what it takes to follow your passion when the people around you expect something different—whether it is family pressure to pursue a "serious" career like medicine or law, or your own fear of stepping into the arts, music, or creative fields. Show the reality of this journey, the obstacles along the way, and the exact moment you or your characters realized what you were meant to do.
Official Festival Editions
FEST 2027
Theme: “My Purpose”. Short films up to 3 mins shot exclusively on smartphones. Gala screening & ceremony.
View FEST 2027 EditionFEST 2026
Youth film celebration at Kaunas International Gymnasium: four continents on one screen! Discover winners, stories, and ceremony highlights.
View FEST 2026 OverviewTerms and Conditions
- 1 The film must be shot on a phone/tablet;
- 2 The film must be strictly up to 3 minutes;
- 3 From one participant no more than one work;
Since the creative vision of children and their self-expression are important to us, works with the dominant participation of adults are not accepted at the festival. Films made only by children will be given priority.
Frequently Asked Questions
All festival rules, device specifications, and answers to questions—conveniently accessible in one place.
Essential Guidelines Before You Film
Our mission is to give every youth creator an equal opportunity to produce cinema with a smartphone. Review the core submission requirements or browse our full FAQ knowledge base.
Two Age Categories & Awards
Past Festivals (2022–2025)
Explore ceremony videos, winner honors, and festival photo albums with full-screen cinema zoom, slideshow, and sharing.
Ceremony Highlights & Awards Hall
The festival red carpet evening: presentation of oak trophies, laureate excitement, mentor speeches, and big-screen premieres. Enjoy high-resolution ceremony photos!
CEREMONY
LAUREATES
TROPHIES
Festival Photo Albums
Browse ceremony moments, laureates, and trophies. Click any image to launch the cinema lightbox with zoom & slideshow.
Festival Results & Honors
Official Competition & Public Voting
Watch student short films and cast your official vote for the Audience Choice Award! Every festival attendee receives one official vote.
Festival Screening & Awards
Submit Your Film
Entry Received Successfully!
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