New Frames — European Student AI Short Film Competition 2026

European Generative Film Association (EuGFA)

New Frames is EuGFA's 2026 contest for European students: make a 1-5 minute short where AI does real creative work, across sci-fi, comedy, drama, or experimental categories. Free to enter, with 900 euro in prizes.

Prize

900 EUR total (500 EUR Grand Prize, 300 EUR Best AI Filmmaking, 100 EUR Viewers' Favourite)

500 EUR Grand Prize for any category
300 EUR Best AI Filmmaking award
100 EUR Viewers' Favourite via public vote

Who can enter

Students 18+ enrolled at a university, film school, art school or vocational school in an eligible European country; solo or teams up to 4

AI tools allowed

Any AI tool

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student, europe, short film competition

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