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Ireland's premier film festival, bringing world-class Irish and international film to Dublin. www.diff.ie
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21/06/2026

⚡ 1 month to go ⚡

Got a short film idea that's been sitting in your notes app, sketchbook or the back of your mind?

This is your sign to make it happen.

As part of the ESB x DIFF partnership, one filmmaker aged 18–28 will receive the support to turn an idea into a finished film inspired by the theme Powering Possibility.

The selected project will receive:
🎬 €18,000 in production funding
🤝 Industry mentorship
🎥 A World Premiere at DIFF 2027

Whether your story explores innovation, connection, community, creativity or the possibilities that energy unlocks, we want to hear it.

The deadline is just one month away. Don't leave your idea on the page.

For full details and how to apply, visit our website or tap the link in bio.

16/06/2026

Last call for Early Bird submissions! 🚨

The clock is ticking before submission fees increase, so now’s the perfect time to get your entry in.

Not ready just yet? Don’t panic - our General Submission Deadline is August 14.

Submit early to save, and get the chance to screen your film at the 25th Dublin International Film Festival! 🥳

09/06/2026

We are saddened to hear of the passing of filmmaker, writer and artist Marjane Satrapi, whose bold, distinctive voice transformed contemporary cinema and graphic storytelling. She will be remembered for her acclaimed works including Persepolis, Chicken With Plums (Poulet Aux Prunes) and Radioactive, films marked by their emotional depth, visual imagination and fearless humanity.

We were honoured to welcome Marjane Satrapi to the Festival with Chicken with Plums (Poulet Aux Prunes) in 2012 and again in 2020 with Radioactive, where audiences had the opportunity to experience her singular vision and celebrate her remarkable contribution to international cinema.

Our thoughts are with her family, friends and collaborators at this time.

29/05/2026

Power Ballad is officially in cinemas! 🎬✨

If you missed the DIFF 2026 Closing Night Gala or just want a good rewatch, now’s your chance to catch John Carney's ultimate musical showdown on the big screen at a cinema near you. 🍿🎶

19/05/2026

Calling emerging filmmakers with an electric short fiction (or animation!) idea⚡🎬

To celebrate 100 years of ESB and 25 years of Dublin International Film Festival, we’re inviting filmmakers (age 18-28) to pitch bold new short film ideas inspired by the theme:

Powering Possibility - Exploring how electricity, energy and innovation enable everyday life, connection, creativity and future opportunity - through people, ideas and communities.

✨ One winning project will receive:
• €18,000 production funding
• Industry mentorship
• A World Premiere at DIFF 2027

Let your story be the one that powers possibility ⚡
For more information, visit our website or tap the link in bio!

15/05/2026

🎬 Want to help shape the programme for DIFF 2027?

We’re looking for passionate, curious film lovers to join the Programming Team as Film Screeners for DIFF 2027.
This is a unique opportunity to gain hands-on experience in film programming and festival curation, working closely with industry professionals while reviewing submissions across features, documentaries, shorts, and experimental cinema.

We’re looking for people with:
✨ A genuine passion for film
✨ Strong communication skills
✨ An eagerness to learn more about the festival and programming process

The screening process begins in July 2026, with fortnightly meetings and guidance from the Programming Team throughout.

Successful applicants will be assigned approximately 4 feature films and 6 short films per week.

If you’re excited by discovering new voices and helping shape the conversation around cinema, we’d love to hear from you 🎥

01/05/2026

If you've missed our DIFF 2026 Opening Night film, or simply want to relive the magic of cinema, Once Upon A Time In A Cinema is now officially released nationwide! 🎟

30/04/2026

Something special just landed in Day 2 of Access All Areas: DIFF 2026 🎬

We’re excited to add a screening of 500 Miles, which premiered at DIFF earlier this year.

Filmed along Ireland’s west coast, this visually stunning and moving story follows two young brothers on a journey across the country, offering a powerful glimpse into Irish filmmaking in action.

Don’t miss the chance to catch a recent Irish production on the big screen as part of your Access All Areas experience.

🎟️ All events are free, but spaces are filling fast! Head to the link in our bio, choose your events, and we’ll send your confirmation straight to your inbox.

01/04/2026

🎬 Calling all filmmakers!
DIFF celebrates 25 years in 2027, and we’re excited to see your films! Whether you’re an emerging talent or an established voice, share your stories and be part of this milestone celebration.

✨ Submit now on FilmFreeway and join 25 years of cinema magic in Dublin next February!

⏰ Early Bird deadline: 19 June
More info on FilmFreeway – link in bio.

31/03/2026

This year, we collaborated with our Official Partner Renault, to capture that pre-red carpet feeling, exploring the moments before premiering a new film and showcasing it to audiences for the very first time.

Next in the series: French director Alice Winocour, premiering her latest film Couture starring Angelina Jolie.

We caught up with her en route to the red carpet where we talked about the themes of her new film and the excitement of sharing her work with audiences for the very first time.

Filmed inside our all-electric fleet of Official Festival Cars, the series shows how our partnership with Renault helps the festival deliver premium hospitality while staying true to our its sustainability commitments.

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