Bragi Film Festival Welcomes Young Filmmakers

The Bragi Film Festival returns for its third edition, continuing its mission to celebrate and empower young filmmakers. This vibrant short film festival is dedicated to showcasing the creativity of children and youth, aged 9 to 20, from around the world. With an emphasis on nurturing talent and providing a platform for storytelling, Bragi is shaping the future of cinema, one short film at a time.

Bragi Film Festival offers young creators the opportunity to showcase their work on a global stage. Open to international entries, the festival invites filmmakers from all corners of the world to participate and share their unique perspectives.

In addition to screenings, Bragi goes beyond the competition by providing workshops and mentorship projects to guide young participants in Norway. These initiatives are designed to support aspiring filmmakers in honing their skills, from scriptwriting to post-production.

BRAGI FILM FESTIVAL welcomes children content creators

Bragi Film Festival is more than just an event, it’s a movement to nurture and spotlight young talent. By providing a stage for children and youth to share their short films, the festival aims to empower budding directors, writers, and cinematographers. Divided into three age categories under 12, under 16, and under 20, Bragi recognises excellence across a diverse range of talents and ages.

This year’s screenings will be held on June 15th at 13:00 at Asker Kino. As a prelude to the event, a special guided tour of the Foto Museum will take place on June 14th. Young filmmakers and enthusiasts are invited to join this inspiring experience. Interested participants can contact Festival Director- Regina Udalor here to reserve a spot. You can also apply via https://filmfreeway.com/Bragi-Festival 

The Bragi Film Festival celebrates excellence by recognising exceptional achievements in both the creative and technical aspects of filmmaking. Awards will be presented to winners in each category, with special emphasis on:

• Best Thematic Piece

• Best Editing

• Best Story

• People’s Choice Award

These accolades are a testament to Bragi’s commitment to encouraging innovation and storytelling prowess among young filmmakers.

Rules and Submission Guidelines

Participants are invited to submit one short film (up to 10 minutes) and one trailer (up to 30 seconds). Upon selection, filmmakers are required to submit a 1-minute commentary describing their creative process, techniques, equipment, and behind-the-scenes details.

Submissions must include:

• Film title

• Sustainability theme (if applicable)

• Tagline

• Director’s name

Supporting the Future of Filmmaking

The Bragi Film Festival thrives thanks to the invaluable support of dedicated sponsors and partners who share a passion for empowering young creatives. This year’s event is proudly supported by:

Public Sponsors

• Asker Kommune

• Viken Film Senter

Private Sponsors

• Asker International School

• Inter-Nationals

• Peridot Films (founded by festival organizer Regina Udalor)

These supporters play a vital role in making the Bragi Film Festival not only a celebration of young talent but also an enriching experience for participants, through workshops, mentorship opportunities, and more.

Whether you’re a budding filmmaker eager to share your work or a film enthusiast ready to support the next generation of talent, the Bragi Film Festival invites you to be part of this extraordinary celebration.

Submit your film today and join us on June 14-15, 2025, as we honor the creativity and passion of young filmmakers worldwide. Together, let’s inspire the future of cinema at the Bragi Film Festival.

For more information or inquiries, email them here.