MIFF is teaming up with ACMI for a monthly screening series devoted to elevating early-career Australian filmmakers beyond the festival landscape. Join us as we showcase Melbourne-based emerging voices and celebrate the vitality and diversity of local cinema.

This coming autumn, experience the very best of the Melbourne International Film Festival without leaving the south-east. Across three days in April, Bunjil Place’s state-of-the-art Studio Cinema will come alive with a special showcase of stand-out Australian and international films direct from the festival program.

Submissions close soon! We’re looking for feature-length films, short films and XR works from filmmakers across the globe for MIFF’s 74th edition, running from 6–23 August 2026. Final submissions due 11.59pm (PST) Thursday 12 February – don’t miss the opportunity to screen your film at the Southern Hemisphere’s biggest film festival.

Each year, MIFF curates a diverse and bold line-up of films from around the world. By partnering with MIFF, you’ll be tapping into a passionate, engaged audience while also building your brand. We look forward to working with you to develop and activate a unique partnership tailored to your goals.