BAIFF — Burano Artificial Intelligence Film Festival

BAIFF Association (Venice, Italy)

Europe's first AI film festival lands in Venice — Burano Island, October 13–17, 2026. Final deadline July 1. Films can be 25–100% AI-made. Selected work screens in front of European industry under the lagoon sun. One of the few AI festivals with a real island residency vibe and Venice Biennale-adjacent prestige.

Prize

Jury, honorary, and category awards (cash + screening)

Best AI Short Film
Best Direction
Best Visual Innovation
Honorary Recognitions
Screenings across Burano + Venice venues Oct 13–17, 2026

Who can enter

Open globally to filmmakers 18+. Films must be at least 25% AI-generated. Completed Jan 1, 2025 – Jun 1, 2026.

AI tools allowed

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