KinoKot
Film Festival
KinoKot
International Film Festival
The 7th ‭"March Kinokot‭" International Film Festival will take place in a hybrid format, featuring online selection of competitive films by our jury and an in-person Awards Ceremony in Moscow at the end of March 2026.

Submissions Open: December 1, 2025 – February 15, 2026

The winners will receive:

• diplomas and reviews from the jury

• unique Kinokot Festival statuettes

• participation in a roundtable discussion with the jury

• gifts from partners

• the winning films will be screened

at an offline film festival in Samara.

Director, founder of TomatFilms and the YouTube show "So, shall we film?"
Artyom Zhilyaev
(Russia)
Screenwriter,
Editor-in-Chief of the Daria Lebedeva Screenwriting Academy
Artyom Zhilyaev
(Russia)
Actress, teacher, blogger, vocalist, and stand-up comedian
Maria Nikolaeva (Russia)
Colorist, founder of the IVAKIN COLOR AGENCY and the YouTube channel "Notes of Colorist Ivakin"
Evgeny Ivakin (Russia)
Hollywood Actress, TikTok Blogger, featured in projects for Sony, Netflix, Apple TV+.
Oliviia Tcargush (USA)
Film composer, music producer and Honorary fellow of the Royal Society of Arts
Anthony White
(Scotland)
Director, Producer, Screenwriter, Cinematographer, Cannes Film Festival participant, worked with Warner Bros.
Loïc Porcher (France)
Jury
We promote beauty and introduce the local flavor of new Film Festival host cities
We support the healthy lifestyle trend
We create an vibey space for watching family films
We help winners build careers in the film industry
We provide a platform for young talent to realize their potential
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    6 Reasons to Participate in Our Festival
    • High standard
      An unparalleled opportunity to immerse yourself in contemporary cinema culture.
    • Expert jury
      An opportunity to meet fellow filmmakers, discuss your impressions, and network with industry professionals – producers, directors, and actors.
    • Get your film out in the world
      Imagine your story resonating with audiences and inspiring fellow participants to learn and grow.
    • Dedicated team
      Enjoy a welcoming atmosphere and a friendly team. Our festival is known for its positive and collaborative spirit, inviting you to dive into the world of cinema alongside like-minded enthusiasts.
    • Become a winner
      Compete for the title of winner in our prestigious competition
    • Tangible benefits
      We ensure winners receive more than just a statuette and certificate – they gain a real stepping stone into the film industry.
    View regulations
    For participation in the Kinokot Film Festival's competitive program, we accept short films produced between 2015 and 2026, with a maximum runtime of 35 minutes.
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