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IIUSFF is an international festival dedicated to promoting student filmmakers. Maximum length is 15 minutes.

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In 2007, International Inter-University Short Film Festival started its journey with the goal to provide a platform for the young and talented student filmmakers in Bangladesh and overseas to showcase their talent. Over the years, it has succeeded in creating a name of its own and to work as a cross-cultural platform to portray the different styles and dimensions of young university-going filmmake

rs throughout the world. Poster Theme of 13th IIUSFF:

Being an international platform, the International Inter-University Short Film Festival aims to feature a native art form of Bangladesh in order to introduce the world with the country’s incredibly rich culture and history. In this edition, the 13th IIUSFF is showcasing the ‘Nakshi Kantha’ or embroidered quilt. One of the most traditional forms of art practiced in different parts of Bangladesh, Nakshi Kantha refers to well-worn clothes that feature ‘naksha’ or artistic patterns, sewn by rural women. The quilts provide a canvas to these artisans to weave their thoughts, aspirations and stories into each colourful design and find a home for their creative expressions. Every Kantha gracefully embodies the rural women’s sense of agency and incorruptible artistic vision. As a filmmaker designs his story, starting from scratch, to be ultimately transformed into a coherent form on the big screen, the same dogged pursuit is found in the little circles of rural women who huddle together and needle away for weeks or even months, for the sake of their art. In light of our age-old craft tradition and the historical significance of embroidered quilts, the 13th IIUSFF's main theme has been set to be Nakshi Kantha - a relic of our glorious past and a promise of better days on our horizon. SUBMISSION CATEGORIES:

Applicants can submit their films in 4 main categories, which are:

1. Competition:
Films focused on different topics and of diverse genres are accepted in this category. Panorama:
These films will be screened upon selection. These films will not take part in the competition but will be considered for special mentions. One Earth Short FIlm:

Climate Change is now one of the most concerning issues all over the world as the whole world is witnessing the adverse effects of it. As the ecosystem surrounding us is changing like never before, the whole planet is struggling to keep up with the transformations and difficulties to do so is increasing. In order to combat this crisis, understanding the crisis is very important. Visual representation is indispensable for us to realise the gravity of this global challenge. This category, introduced for the first time in the 15th edition of IIUSFF, is dedicated to raising awareness about the pressing issue of climate change through youth filmmaking, encompassing live-action, animation, and documentary formats. The goal is to platform a variety of stories of resilience and crises in the context of climate change from around the world. Maximum length for this category is 15 minutes.

4. One-Minute Shorts:
Short films no longer than 60 seconds of duration are accepted in this category

SUBMISSION PROCEDURE:
Eligible entrants (according to the rules and terms below) can participate in the festival through submitting their fictional/ Non-fictional/docu-short/ interview short films via FilmFreeway
https://filmfreeway.com/iiusff

SUBMISSION FEE:
All of the submissions are free of cost.

17/12/2023

04/12/2023

Explore global youth unity and innovation through the lens of the 15th International Inter-University Short Film Festival — organized by Dhaka University Film Society with support from Royal Norwegian Embassy in Dhaka and the United Nations Development Programme in Bangladesh.

Witness student collaboration, creativity, and cross-cultural solidarity in action!

28/11/2023

09/11/2023

The curtains have closed on the 15th International Inter University Short Film Festival-IIUSFF's three-day film screening at TSC, University of Dhaka, and we're thrilled to announce the outstanding winners of this year's edition!

🏆 𝗭𝗮𝗵𝗶𝗿 𝗥𝗮𝗶𝗵𝗮𝗻 𝗕𝗲𝘀𝘁 𝗦𝗵𝗼𝗿𝘁
Film: The Steak
Director: Kiarash Dadgar Mohebi
Country: Islamic Republic of Iran

🌟 𝗧𝗮𝗿𝗲𝗾𝘂𝗲 𝗠𝗮𝘀𝘂𝗱 𝗕𝗲𝘀𝘁 𝗘𝗺𝗲𝗿𝗴𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗗𝗶𝗿𝗲𝗰𝘁𝗼𝗿
Film: Antareen
Director: Shakti Banik
Country: Bangladesh

🎥 𝗕𝗲𝘀𝘁 𝗢𝗻𝗲 𝗠𝗶𝗻𝘂𝘁𝗲 𝗦𝗵𝗼𝗿𝘁
Film: If We Ate Our Influence
Director: Pika Potočnik
Country: Slovenia

🌍 𝗢𝗻𝗲 𝗘𝗮𝗿𝘁𝗵 𝗦𝗵𝗼𝗿𝘁 𝗪𝗶𝗻𝗻𝗲𝗿
Film: Arcadia
Director: Małgorzata Paszko
Country: Poland

🥈 𝗢𝗻𝗲 𝗘𝗮𝗿𝘁𝗵 𝗦𝗵𝗼𝗿𝘁 𝗥𝘂𝗻𝗻𝗲𝗿-𝘂𝗽
Film: Life in the Salt Water
Director: Samiur Rahman
Country: Bangladesh

👏 A round of applause for these incredible talents! 🌟

🏅 Honorable Mentions:

𝗕𝗲𝘀𝘁 𝗦𝗰𝗿𝗲𝗲𝗻𝗽𝗹𝗮𝘆
Film: The Other
Director: Negah Sohrabi
Country: Islamic Republic of Iran

𝗕𝗲𝘀𝘁 𝗦𝘁𝗼𝗿𝘆
Film: Hog Ode
Director: Esmail Ramezani
Country: Islamic Republic of Iran

𝗕𝗲𝘀𝘁 𝗖𝗶𝗻𝗲𝗺𝗮𝘁𝗼𝗴𝗿𝗮𝗽𝗵𝘆
Film: Dreamy Fragrance of Spring Blossoms
Director: Hera Khanmirzaei, Amirhosein Saqafi
Country: Islamic Republic of Iran

𝗕𝗲𝘀𝘁 𝗔𝗻𝗶𝗺𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻
Film: Lights
Director: Jitka Nemikinsová
Country: Czech Republic

𝗕𝗲𝘀𝘁 𝗦𝗼𝘂𝗻𝗱
Film: Under the Slipper
Director: Mariya Vinnikova
Country: Kazakhstan

𝗕𝗲𝘀𝘁 𝗘𝗱𝗶𝘁𝗶𝗻𝗴
Film: Erden
Director: Celina Schmidt
Country: Germany

𝗕𝗲𝘀𝘁 𝗗𝗼𝗰𝘂𝗺𝗲𝗻𝘁𝗮𝗿𝘆
Film: Aralkum
Director: Daniel Asadi Faezi, Mila Zhluktenko
Country: Uzbekistan

We received a whopping 1671 films from 96 countries, making the selection process an inspiring journey through global creativity. A big shoutout to our dedicated Jury Board for their hard work and commitment!

Thank you to all the filmmakers who shared their incredible stories. Your passion and creativity made this festival an unforgettable celebration of cinema.

08/11/2023

The Award Giving Ceremony of the 15th International Inter University Short Film Festival (IIUSFF) has just begun in the TSC premises, University of Dhaka. Stay with us!

08/11/2023

Presenting the honorable juries of our 15th International Inter University Short Film Festival-IIUSFF. The jury board of this edition consists of five film personnel who are consistently contributing in the sector of film and media.

Among 1671 short films submitted by the students of 96 countries, five short films in multiple categories will win awards and seven short films are selected for honorable mentions.

The names of the respective short films will be announced in the award giving ceremony of 15th IIUSFF, arranged in TSC premises today at 4PM.

All film enthusiasts are cordially invited!

15th IIUSFF is being organized by Dhaka University Film Society and supported by the Royal Norwegian Embassy in Dhaka and United Nations Development Programme in Bangladesh.

07/11/2023

Here's the schedule of the second day of the three day event!

Join us at the TSC premises, University of Dhaka from November 6-8 2023, for the 15th organized by with support from the and

Get ready to experience three days of magic, creativity, and storytelling. Don't miss your chance to be part of this epic celebration of the art of filmmaking.

06/11/2023

In the fourth episode of Season 04 of IIUSFF talks titled "Mapping the Future of Short Films in the Streaming Platforms", we will have producer and filmmaker Abu Shahed Emon, producer Nazmul Nayan and filmmaker Kamrul Ahsan Lenin with us.

Join us on 7 November at 5 PM in TSC, University of Dhaka.

The 15th International Inter University Short Film Festival-IIUSFF is being organized by Dhaka University Film Society with support from the Royal Norwegian Embassy in Dhaka and United Nations Development Programme in Bangladesh.

06/11/2023

প্রতিটি গল্পেরই রয়েছে অফুরন্ত সম্ভাবনা। আর এই গল্পকে যখন আমরা নিখুঁতভাবে ফুটিয়ে তুলতে চাই, তখন প্রয়োজন হয় শৈল্পিক বুননের। অসীম ধৈর্য ও যত্নের নিবিড় পরিচর্যায় ধীরে ধীরে প্রাণ পায় গল্পের বুনট। এভাবেই পর্দায় ধরা দেয় আমাদের অনন্য সব গল্পের অপূর্ব বয়ান।

শুরু হতে যাচ্ছে আন্তর্জাতিক আন্তঃবিশ্ববিদ্যালয় স্বল্পদৈর্ঘ্য চলচ্চিত্র উৎসব- এর ১৫তম আসর। ৬-৮ নভেম্বর ঢাকা বিশ্ববিদ্যালয়ের ছাত্র-শিক্ষক কেন্দ্রে অনুষ্ঠেয় এই স্বল্পদৈর্ঘ্য চলচ্চিত্র উৎসবে আপনি আসছেন তো?

Royal Norwegian Embassy in Dhaka এবং United Nations Development Programme in Bangladesh - এর সহযোগিতায়, ঢাকা বিশ্ববিদ্যালয় চলচ্চিত্র সংসদ আয়োজন করছে ১৫তম আন্তর্জাতিক আন্তঃবিশ্ববিদ্যালয় স্বল্পদৈর্ঘ্য চলচ্চিত্র উৎসব।

ভিডিওতে পূর্বানুমতিক্রমে লীলা’র ‘দোল’ গানটির অংশবিশেষ ব্যবহার করা হয়েছে।

05/11/2023

বর্তমান সময়ের অন্যতম খ্যাতিমান অভিনেতা চঞ্চল চৌধুরী 'আন্তর্জাতিক আন্তঃবিশ্ববিদ্যালয় স্বল্পদৈর্ঘ্য চলচ্চিত্র উৎসব'- এর জন্য শুভকামনা ব্যক্ত করেছেন ও উৎসবের সাড়ম্বর উদ্বোধনী অনুষ্ঠানে সবান্ধব অংশগ্রহণের জন্য আহবান জানিয়েছেন। ৬-৮ নভেম্বর ঢাকা বিশ্ববিদ্যালয়ের ছাত্র-শিক্ষক কেন্দ্রে অনুষ্ঠেয় এই স্বল্পদৈর্ঘ্য চলচ্চিত্র উৎসবে আপনি আসছেন তো?

Actor Chanchal Chowdhury invites you to the action-packed opening and award-giving ceremonies of the 15th International Inter University Short Film Festival-IIUSFF, happening at TSC, University of Dhaka, from November 6-8, 2023.

The 15th International Inter University Short Film Festival-IIUSFF is being organized by Dhaka University Film Society with support from Royal Norwegian Embassy in Dhaka and United Nations Development Programme in Bangladesh

04/11/2023

Director Amitabh Reza Chowdhury invites you to the action-packed opening and award-giving ceremonies of the 15th International Inter University Short Film Festival-IIUSFF, happening at TSC, University of Dhaka, from November 6-8, 2023.

Join this celebration of youth creativity and the art of filmmaking!

The 15th IIUSFF is being organized by Dhaka University Film Society with support from the Royal Norwegian Embassy in Dhaka and the United Nations Development Programme in Bangladesh.

04/11/2023

Get ready! The much-anticipated 15th International Inter University Short Film Festival-IIUSFF is just around the corner, with curtains rising on November 6-8 at TSC, University of Dhaka.

This year, we are putting a spotlight on Sh*tal Pati as our native art theme.

The 15th IIUSFF is being organized by Dhaka University Film Society with support from the Royal Norwegian Embassy in Dhaka and the United Nations Development Programme in Bangladesh.

You're cordially invited to join in on the excitement!

[Note: The music in this clip is credited to the legendary folk singer Bari Siddiqui, featuring his famous song 'Ogo Bhabijaan.']

03/11/2023

With climate change posing an existential threat to mankind, it is important to recognize that women and girls around the world are disproportionately affected by its impact.

Join our festival to raise awareness about the impact of climate change.

The 15th International Inter University Short Film Festival (IIUSFF) is being organized by Dhaka University Film Society with support from the Royal Norwegian Embassy in Dhaka and United Nations Development Programme in Bangladesh.

For more information, visit:
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02/11/2023

The only home we have ever known — the earth, a pale blue dot amidst the infinite dark. This is where our stories began against all odds, and this is where we must make a stand today to protect our future!

Join us at the screening of climate stories from around the world at TSC, University of Dhaka, on Nov 6, 2023.

The 15th International Inter University Short Film Festival-IIUSFF is being organized with support from Royal Norwegian Embassy in Dhaka and United Nations Development Programme in Bangladesh.

01/11/2023

Documentary Filmmaker Debashis Das (Doob) is with us in the 3rd episode of IIUSFF Talks: Season 4 presented by the 15th International Inter University Short Film Festival (IIUSFF).

Join us in the live session where the vision of a filmmaker is unraveled.

The 15th International Inter University Short Film Festival-IIUSFF is being organized by Dhaka University Film Society with support from the Royal Norwegian Embassy in Dhaka and United Nations Development Programme in Bangladesh.

31/10/2023

In the third episode of Season 04 of IIUSFF talks, we will have filmmaker Debashis Das (Doob) with us to talk about the various dimensions and aspects of documentary.

Join us in the live session where a lively discussion about the possibilities and opportunities of documentary short film will take place.

The 15th International Inter University Short Film Festival-IIUSFF is being organized by Dhaka University Film Society with support from the United Nations Development Programme in Bangladesh and Royal Norwegian Embassy in Dhaka.

31/10/2023

Royal Norwegian Embassy in Dhaka has joined Dhaka University Film Society in organising the 15th International Inter University Short Film Festival-IIUSFF.

As part of this partnership, the selected short films of this year’s edition will be screened at 10 university campuses of Bangladesh, fostering the exchange of creative expressions throughout the country.

Mark your calendars to join the grand opening of 15th IIUSFF on November 6, 2023 at the TSC premises of University of Dhaka.

30/10/2023

The official selection of 15th International Inter University Short Film Festival-IIUSFF is here!

It was no easy feat to pick out the best from a whopping 1671 mind-blowing short films from 96 different countries!

We would like to thank every student who have submitted their short film, and convey our heartiest congratulations to the official selected films, listed below in no particular order.

30/10/2023

আগামী ৬ই নভেম্বর টিএসসি প্রাঙ্গনে ‘International Inter University Short Film Festival’ এর ১৫ তম আসরের উদ্বোধনী অনুষ্ঠানটি অনুষ্ঠিত হতে যাচ্ছে। অনুষ্ঠান জুড়ে থাকছে জলবায়ু পরিবর্তনের উপর দেশ-বিদেশের তরুণ চলচ্চিত্র নির্মাতাদের বিশেষ শর্টফিল্ম স্ক্রিনিং, পরিবেশ বিশেষজ্ঞদের সাথে তরুণদের আলোচনা, আর্ট ক্যাম্প এবং এক্সিবিশন। পাশাপাশি থাকছে উৎসবের বিশেষ ম্যাগাজিন উন্মোচন পর্ব।

আমাদের এই আয়োজনে যোগ দিতে রেজিস্ট্রেশন করুন নিম্নোক্ত লিংকে -
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27/10/2023

With climate change posing an existential threat to mankind, it is important to recognize that women and girls around the world are disproportionately affected by its impact.

It is now or never. Join our call for climate action today!

The 15th International Inter University Short Film Festival-IIUSFF is being organized by Dhaka University Film Society with support from the United Nations Development Programme in Bangladesh.

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25/10/2023

Lack of safe drinking water is a sever problem in Bangladesh’s southwest coastal areas. Women have to travel upto ten kilometres a day to collect drinking water.

Join our festival to raise awareness about the impact of climate change.

The 15th International Inter University Short Film Festival-IIUSFF is being organized by Dhaka University Film Society with support from the United Nations Development Programme in Bangladesh.

For more information, visit:
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23/10/2023

Climate change's profound impact on Bangladesh includes its most vulnerable: children. Annually, the number of victims grow, endangering their well-being. Reports indicate 19 million children are directly affected, reflecting the grim reality of climate change in Bangladesh.

Join us to explore the impact of climate change through short films.

The 15th International Inter University Short Film Festival-IIUSFFrsity Short Film Festival-IIUSFF is being organized by Dhaka University Film Society with support from the United Nations Development Programme in Bangladesh.

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21/10/2023

Filmmaker and producer Rezwan Shahriar Sumit is with us in the 2nd episode of IIUSFF Talks: Season 4 presented by the 15th International Inter University Short Film Festival (IIUSFF).

Join us in the live session where the vision of a filmmaker is unraveled.

The 15th International Inter University Short Film Festival-IIUSFF is being organized by Dhaka University Film Society with support from the United Nations Development Programme in Bangladesh.

20/10/2023

The 15th International Inter University Short Film Festival is presenting this season's 2nd Episode of IIUSFF Talks with Rezwan Shahriar Sumit as the guest speaker.

Young filmmaker Sumit will join us to discuss the environmental perspective in filmmaking and share his journey as a filmmaker.

The episode will be live-streamed today, Oct 21, at 11:30 AM on our page and YouTube channel.

The 15th International Inter University Short Film Festival-IIUSFF is being organized by Dhaka University Film Society with support from the United Nations Development Programme in Bangladesh.

19/10/2023

Showcasing the best of IIUSFF from previous editions!

From tales of the Arab Spring to slow afternoon strolls in Nepali autumn, from the Iranian family dramas to the cinematic love letters to Dhaka, from Czech body horrors to French surrealist short films, IIUSFF features it all.

Join us to experience the enthralling cinematic imagination brought to life by outstanding filmmakers from around the world.

The 15th International Inter University Short Film Festival-IIUSFF is being organized by Dhaka University Film Society with support from the United Nations Development Programme in Bangladesh.

For more information, visit:
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18/10/2023

Did you know that Bangladesh outranks all the other countries in air pollution?

This is why we need to act NOW.

Join our festival to meet the student filmmakers from all over the world, who are tackling the climate crisis head-on.

The 15th International Inter University Short Film Festival-IIUSFF is being organized by Dhaka University Film Society with support from the United Nations Development Programme in Bangladesh.

For more information, visit:
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18/10/2023

📢 ঢাকা বিশ্ববিদ্যালয় চলচ্চিত্র সংসদ Dhaka University Film Society- এর উদ্যোগে ও ইউএনডিপি এর সহযোগিতায় আয়োজিত হতে চলেছে আন্তর্জাতিক আন্তঃবিশ্ববিদ্যালয় স্বল্পদৈর্ঘ্য চলচ্চিত্র উৎসব এর ১৫তম আসর। 🎬

এই উৎসব বাংলাদেশসহ সারাবিশ্বের বিশ্ববিদ্যালয়গামী তরুণ চলচ্চিত্র নির্মাতাদের জন্য সবচেয়ে বড় চলচ্চিত্র উৎসবগুলির মধ্যে একটি। বিশ্ববিদ্যালয়গামী তরুণ চলচ্চিত্র নির্মাতাদের উৎসাহ প্রদান এবং তাদের চিন্তা-চেতনা ও দৃষ্টিভঙ্গি বিশ্বমঞ্চে তুলে ধরার উদ্দেশ্যে ঢাকা বিশ্ববিদ্যালয় চলচ্চিত্র সংসদ ২০০৭ সাল‌ থেকে প্রতি বছর‌ এটি আয়োজন করে আসছে।

প্রতিবারের মত এবছরও আয়োজনটি বিশ্বব্যাপী তরুণ চলচ্চিত্র নির্মাতাদের থেকে ব্যাপক সাড়া পেয়েছে। এবারের আসরে ৯৬টি দেশ থেকে ১৬৭১টি চলচ্চিত্র জমা হয়েছে। 🌍

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16/10/2023

“I remember the first time we went out of Dhaka with IIUSFF. It was the 8th IIUSFF and we held our first screening in Chittagong.

I remember thinking we will have to cancel the screening if less than three people show up. To our surprise, all four screenings were housefull. A young man with his friend came over after the show, saying, 'I always wanted to make films, but lacked the courage to follow through. But after watching these amazing student films today, I believe I will be able to do it.' His face lit up like a thousand stars in broad daylight. And I came back to Dhaka, thinking we were not doing such a bad job after all.”

- Hasnine Mahmud, Former International Affairs Secretary, DUFS.

For more, visit: https://blog.dufs.org/

15/10/2023

Q: You won the Zahir Raihan Best Short Award at the 5th International Inter University Film Festival for 'Known,' and the Best Screenplay and Sound Design awards at the 12th IIUSFF for 'The Ballad of a Geek.'

A: "The recognition for Known came when I really needed it. Receiving the award from Tareque Masud was easily one of the proudest moments of my life. But that was not all. In truth, IIUSFF helped me as a filmmaker at another period of my life.

It must have been three-four years after Masud’s death; I was informed that he handpicked my film for that award and was deeply appreciative of Known. It was something I did not know before and it made me feel validated as an artist.

What festivals like these have done in general is really important in the sense that it is helping student filmmakers understand that they don’t necessarily have to be intimidated by the ostensible enormity of film projects, that art does not need to be big in any shape or form to provoke us. Our history is marked by upheavals; our land bears witness to countless acts of conflict and harmony. If we can convince our youths that they don’t have to stay intimidated and cinema can be as personal as they want, we can see incredible stories reach our theatres."

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14/10/2023

It is our pleasure to announce that we have received 1671 short films from 96 countries this year, marking an end to our call for short film submissions!

Join us to celebrate the boundless youth creativity, cultural diversity, and the universal language of cinema transcending borders.

13/10/2023

12/10/2023

15 years ago, International Inter-University Short Film Festival (IIUSFF) was born against all odds. On the first episode of this edition's IIUSFF Talks, we will hear from the pioneers of this cinematic journey.

The episode will be live-streamed tomorrow, on Oct 13, at 5 PM on our page and YouTube channel.

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15th IIUSFF Festival Documentary

Explore global youth unity and innovation through the lens of the 15th International Inter-University Short Film Festival — organized by Dhaka University Film Society with support from Royal Norwegian Embassy in Dhaka and the United Nations Development Programme in Bangladesh. Witness student collaboration, creativity, and cross-cultural solidarity in action!

The Award Giving Ceremony of the 15th International Inter University Short Film Festival (IIUSFF)

The Award Giving Ceremony of the 15th International Inter University Short Film Festival (IIUSFF) has just begun in the TSC premises, University of Dhaka. Stay with us!

15th IIUSFF Promo Video

প্রতিটি গল্পেরই রয়েছে অফুরন্ত সম্ভাবনা। আর এই গল্পকে যখন আমরা নিখুঁতভাবে ফুটিয়ে তুলতে চাই, তখন প্রয়োজন হয় শৈল্পিক বুননের। অসীম ধৈর্য ও যত্নের নিবিড় পরিচর্যায় ধীরে ধীরে প্রাণ পায় গল্পের বুনট। এভাবেই পর্দায় ধরা দেয় আমাদের অনন্য সব গল্পের অপূর্ব বয়ান। শুরু হতে যাচ্ছে আন্তর্জাতিক আন্তঃবিশ্ববিদ্যালয় স্বল্পদৈর্ঘ্য চলচ্চিত্র উৎসব- এর ১৫তম আসর। ৬-৮ নভেম্বর ঢাকা বিশ্ববিদ্যালয়ের ছাত্র-শিক্ষক কেন্দ্রে অনুষ্ঠেয় এই স্বল্পদৈর্ঘ্য চলচ্চিত্র উৎসবে আপনি আসছেন তো? Royal Norwegian Embassy in Dhaka এবং United Nations Development Programme in Bangladesh - এর সহযোগিতায়, ঢাকা বিশ্ববিদ্যালয় চলচ্চিত্র সংসদ আয়োজন করছে ১৫তম আন্তর্জাতিক আন্তঃবিশ্ববিদ্যালয় স্বল্পদৈর্ঘ্য চলচ্চিত্র উৎসব। ভিডিওতে পূর্বানুমতিক্রমে লীলা’র ‘দোল’ গানটির অংশবিশেষ ব্যবহার করা হয়েছে। #IIUSFF #15thIIUSFF #International #Promo #ShortFilmFestival #OfficialSelection #TakeYourCameraFrameYourDream

Chanchal Chowdhury invites you to the 15th IIUSFF

বর্তমান সময়ের অন্যতম খ্যাতিমান অভিনেতা চঞ্চল চৌধুরী 'আন্তর্জাতিক আন্তঃবিশ্ববিদ্যালয় স্বল্পদৈর্ঘ্য চলচ্চিত্র উৎসব'- এর জন্য শুভকামনা ব্যক্ত করেছেন ও উৎসবের সাড়ম্বর উদ্বোধনী অনুষ্ঠানে সবান্ধব অংশগ্রহণের জন্য আহবান জানিয়েছেন। ৬-৮ নভেম্বর ঢাকা বিশ্ববিদ্যালয়ের ছাত্র-শিক্ষক কেন্দ্রে অনুষ্ঠেয় এই স্বল্পদৈর্ঘ্য চলচ্চিত্র উৎসবে আপনি আসছেন তো? Actor Chanchal Chowdhury invites you to the action-packed opening and award-giving ceremonies of the 15th International Inter University Short Film Festival-IIUSFF, happening at TSC, University of Dhaka, from November 6-8, 2023. The 15th International Inter University Short Film Festival-IIUSFF is being organized by Dhaka University Film Society with support from Royal Norwegian Embassy in Dhaka and United Nations Development Programme in Bangladesh #IIUSFF #15thIIUSFF #International #ShortFilmFestival #OfficialSelection #TakeYourCameraFrameYourDream

Director Amitabh Reza Chowdhury invites you to the action-packed opening and award-giving ceremonies of the 15th International Inter University Short Film Festival-IIUSFF, happening at TSC, University of Dhaka, from November 6-8, 2023. Join this celebration of youth creativity and the art of filmmaking! The 15th IIUSFF is being organized by Dhaka University Film Society with support from the Royal Norwegian Embassy in Dhaka and the United Nations Development Programme in Bangladesh.

Take Your Camera Frame Your Dream

Get ready! The much-anticipated 15th International Inter University Short Film Festival-IIUSFF is just around the corner, with curtains rising on November 6-8 at TSC, University of Dhaka. This year, we are putting a spotlight on Sh*tal Pati as our native art theme. The 15th IIUSFF is being organized by Dhaka University Film Society with support from the Royal Norwegian Embassy in Dhaka and the United Nations Development Programme in Bangladesh. You're cordially invited to join in on the excitement! [Note: The music in this clip is credited to the legendary folk singer Bari Siddiqui, featuring his famous song 'Ogo Bhabijaan.']

Climate Action Now or Never!

The only home we have ever known — the earth, a pale blue dot amidst the infinite dark. This is where our stories began against all odds, and this is where we must make a stand today to protect our future! Join us at the screening of climate stories from around the world at TSC, University of Dhaka, on Nov 6, 2023. The 15th International Inter University Short Film Festival-IIUSFF is being organized with support from Royal Norwegian Embassy in Dhaka and United Nations Development Programme in Bangladesh. #IIUSFF #15thIIUSFF #International #ShortFilmFestival #OneEarth #DUFS

IIUSFF Talks - Season4: Episode 3

Documentary Filmmaker Debashis Das (Doob) is with us in the 3rd episode of IIUSFF Talks: Season 4 presented by the 15th International Inter University Short Film Festival (IIUSFF). Join us in the live session where the vision of a filmmaker is unraveled. The 15th International Inter University Short Film Festival-IIUSFF is being organized by Dhaka University Film Society with support from the Royal Norwegian Embassy in Dhaka and United Nations Development Programme in Bangladesh.

IIUSFF Talks - Season 4: Episode 2

Filmmaker and producer Rezwan Shahriar Sumit is with us in the 2nd episode of IIUSFF Talks: Season 4 presented by the 15th International Inter University Short Film Festival (IIUSFF). Join us in the live session where the vision of a filmmaker is unraveled. The 15th International Inter University Short Film Festival-IIUSFF is being organized by Dhaka University Film Society with support from the United Nations Development Programme in Bangladesh. #IIUSFF #15thIIUSFF #DUFS #ShortFilmFestival #TakeYourCameraFrameYourDream

Showcasing the best of IIUSFF from previous editions!

Showcasing the best of IIUSFF from previous editions! From tales of the Arab Spring to slow afternoon strolls in Nepali autumn, from the Iranian family dramas to the cinematic love letters to Dhaka, from Czech body horrors to French surrealist short films, IIUSFF features it all. Join us to experience the enthralling cinematic imagination brought to life by outstanding filmmakers from around the world. The 15th International Inter University Short Film Festival-IIUSFF is being organized by Dhaka University Film Society with support from the United Nations Development Programme in Bangladesh. For more information, visit: Facebook - International Inter University Short Film Festival-IIUSFF Instagram - instagram.com/iiusff Twitter - twitter.com/iiusff1

14th IIUSFF: Award Giving Ceremony

14th IIUSFF Promo

The wait is over! The International Inter University Short Film Festival-IIUSFF is celebrating its fourteenth edition from 5 to 7 November at TSC, University of Dhaka. For the last 13 years, IIUSFF has served as a platform to promote the native art form and the incredibly rich culture and history of our country to the world. ‘Putul Nach’ or the puppet dance has been a cultural story-telling medium to the people of Bangladesh. Puppets act in a lore or legend before the audience just like human actors do. The stories represent the indigenous history and culture, traditionally deriving plots from the myths and folktales. With IIUSFF being a modern platform for university-going story-tellers, we decided to select this string medium as our befitting theme. In this edition, 1147 films from 91 countries participated, and only the best films will be screened. We are welcoming you to this festival full of vibrant colors. Visit the premise, and watch outstanding films made by young university-going filmmakers from around the world. Enjoy your day and appreciate our upcoming superstars! The music featured in this promotional video is based on a traditional folk tune (ধামাইল গান) 'জলে গিয়াছিলাম সই' that was written by Radharaman Dutta, one of the most well-known Bauls of this delta. অপেক্ষার পালা শেষ! আগামী ৫ থেকে ৭ নভেম্বর, ঢাকা বিশ্ববিদ্যালয়ের টিএসসিতে উদযাপিত হবে আন্তর্জাতিক আন্তঃ বিশ্ববিদ্যালয় স্বল্পদৈর্ঘ্য চলচ্চিত্র উৎসব (IIUSFF)-এর ১৪তম আসর। গত ১৩ টি আসর ধরে IIUSFF বিশ্বমঞ্চে আমাদের দেশের ইতিহাস ও ঐতিহ্যকে তুলে ধরছে। এরই ধার

The 14th edition of International Inter University Short Film Festival (IIUSFF), organized by Dhaka University Film Society (DUFS) in association with UNHCR has started its call for entry on June 16, 2022. Deadline of the film submission is the 31st of August. The submission is totally free of cost. If you are struggling with the process of film submission at IIUSFF via Filmfreeway, here is the way— Submit your films at FilmFreeWay: https://filmfreeway.com/iiusff #iiusff #TakeYourCameraFrameYourDream #putulnaach #shortfilms #shortfilmfestival #unhcr #dufs

Women in Film: Why Gender Matters?

Dhaka University Film Society is organizing the first edition of months-long Women's Lens Internation Short Film Festival. To mark the International Women's Day, we are organizing a webinar on the following topic -- 'Women in Film: Why Gender Matters?' at 7.30pm. Our guest speakers are the Assistant Professor of the Department of Television, Film and Photography of Dhaka University, Gopa Biswas Caesar, director at Applebox films, Raka Noshin Nower, independent filmmaker Mrittika Kamal and the former general secretary of Dhaka University Film Society and national grant-winning filmmaker Shopno Samudra.

Refugee - A Rendition by Alice And The Drunkard at IIUSFF

We are very glad to feature Alice And The Drunkard's heartwarming cover of the "Refugee" song, in a bid to honour the resilience and bravery of those who have been forced to flee their homeland in search of safety and dignity. We observed the #WorldRefugeeDay in association with UNHCR in Bangladesh in an attempt to direct the world's attention to the everyday tribulations and sufferings of the refugees around the world. Song: Refugee Artist: Oi Va Voi Rendition Composed and Performed by Alice And The Drunkard Watch the cover below:

WRD IIUSFF Talks on “What is the right narrative approach to representing refugees in films?”

The first episode of the second season of “IIUSFF Talks,” as part of our “Observing World Refugee Day 2021” event at Dhaka University Film Society in association with UNHCR in Bangladesh. Topic: “What is the right narrative approach to representing refugees in films?” “IIUSFF Talks” serves as a discussion platform -- featuring scholars, juries, journalists, activists, and film personalities. This episode is featuring filmmakers Proshoon Rahman and Patrick Bodenham, Professor Dr. A. S. M. Ali Ashraf and Senior Communications Assistant at UNHCR, Iffath Yeasmine.

12th IIUSFF Teaser_Virtual Premiere

IIUSFF Talks | Mostofa Sarwar Farooki in conversation with Sadia Khalid Reeti

Trailer: 12th IIUSFF Online Opening

11th IIUSFF intro

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International Inter University Short Film Festival (IIUSFF), organized by Dhaka University Film Society (DUFS) is not only a festival which gives viewers the opportunity to enjoy short films, it is also a great platform for young independent film-makers to promote and screen their films. Filmmakers can submit in four categories- Competition, Panorama, One minute Short and Short film for Refugee. Starting from 2007, IIUSFF has successfully completed 11 editions. On 2020, IIUSFF stepped into its 12th year.

Short films made by young filmmakers from local and international universities are screened in this Festival. A jury board consisting of the best filmmaker, academic, critic and activists in the scene judge the films. The best short film is awarded with “Zahir Raihan Best Short” award. The director of the best short film from Bangladesh is awarded with “Tareque Masud Best Emerging Director Award”. IIUSFF aspires to be a cross-cultural platform for young filmmaker and film-enthusiasts to showcase their work and share their dreams with each other. We hope to inspire young people towards realizing their dreams in film, like our slogan states, "TAKE YOUR CAMERA FRAME YOUR DREAM"