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DIVERSE STORIES | DIVERSE STORYTELLERS
DIVERSE STORIES | DIVERSE STORYTELLERS
2026 Submit Now!
2026 Award Categories
2026 Award Categories
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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2026 Award Categories
2026 Award Categories
2026 Award Categories
CATEGORIES:
🎬 Irish Short Film
🌍 International Short Film
📽 Documentary Short Film
📝 Short Screenplay Award
🎓 National Student Short Film Award
WE WANT TO SEE:
✨ 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.
Why Catalyst?
2026 Award Categories
Why 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
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.