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Recognised as one of Ireland’s most dynamic and socially engaged festivals, Catalyst offers exceptional visibility, industry connections, and the opportunity to screen in front of engaged audiences and respected professionals. With a growing international reputation, a dedicated student programme, and unique awards, Catalyst 2026 is the p
Recognised as one of Ireland’s most dynamic and socially engaged festivals, Catalyst offers exceptional visibility, industry connections, and the opportunity to screen in front of engaged audiences and respected professionals. With a growing international reputation, a dedicated student programme, and unique awards, Catalyst 2026 is the place to premiere your film or script. Submit your work now and be part of the movement for change through cinema.
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✨ Films that promote gender equality, diversity, and inclusion.
✨ Stories from voices that struggle for visibility in mainstream film festivals.
✨ Films that entertain, engage, challenge, and inspire.
CATEGORIES:
🎬 Irish Short Film
🌍 International Short Film
📽 Documentary Short Film
📝 Short Screenplay Award
🎓 National Student Short Film Award
Catalyst International Film Festival focuses exclusively on films that address under-representation both on screen and behind the camera. Gender equality, diversity, and inclusion are at the heart of our programming. We are committed to creating a more inclusive film industry, and we want your stories to be part of this movement!
Catalyst
Catalyst International Film Festival focuses exclusively on films that address under-representation both on screen and behind the camera. Gender equality, diversity, and inclusion are at the heart of our programming. We are committed to creating a more inclusive film industry, and we want your stories to be part of this movement!
Catalyst is more than just a film festival. It's a platform for new ideas and opinions, fostering cultural benefits through engagement with diverse films and filmmakers. We aim to generate new audiences and discussions around gender equality, diversity, and inclusion.
Joint Winner: Ashling Ocampo Colvin - Grandma's House
Joint Winner: Jishnu Nandanan - Living on the Edge
Runner up: Joe Warner - House Hunters
Winner: Aisling Byrne - Turnaround
Runner up: Joy Nesbitt -The Knife
Winner: Ellie Marron and Seán Horgan - Knuck & Knuckle
Runner up: Tim Corrigan and Esther Springett - Kin
Winner: Róisín O'Donovan - Womb Raider
Runner up: Shannon Welby - FLEETING
In Association with TUS Digital Art and Media.
Winner: Ruairi Bradley - We Beg to Differ Producer
Runner up: Tess Doolan Burke - Florence
Special mention: Leonardo Oliveira - Sunflower
Aisha Bolaji - Why the Sun & Moon Live in the Sky
David McDonagh
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