Solaris Film Festival is an international film festival with live screening in Nice, Southern France.
The SOLARIS FILM FESTIVAL was founded to bring the most original filmmakers together with diverse audiences for its annual program of feature and short films, experimental films, and student work. All genres are welcome.
The Festival’s name is an homage to the Andrei Tarkovsky iconic film Solaris. The film by Tarkovsky is not only a science fiction film but also a philosophical and poetical narrative.
We are looking for the most profound and original films and prefer to see films made primarily for aesthetic and philosophical reasons rather than political purposes or commercial profit.
Also Solaris refers to the sunshine of the Southern France where the festival takes place.
May in Nice is a magnificent time. Also it is a very convenient time for filmmakers and cinema lovers who come to the Cannes Film Festival. Right after the closing party they can go to Nice and the magic of film celebration will continue!
The Festival is dedicated to the discovery of the independent international artists and also welcome established filmmakers. We do not require Premiere status, you can submit any film competed after the end of the year 2015.
Feature Film
Golden Victory Statue and certificate is awarded to the Best Feature Film
Short Film
Golden Victory Statue and certificate is awarded to the Best Short Film
Documentary
Best Documentary - Golden Victory Statue and certificate.
Animated Film
Golden Victory Statue and certificate is awarded to the Best Animated Film
Music Video
Best Music Video - Golden Victory Statue and certificate
Andrei Tarkovsky Award
Golden Victory Statue and certificate is awarded to the film which continues the traditions of Andrei Tarkovsky
There will also be the following awards for:
Best Actor (Male) - certificate.
Best Actor (Female) – certificate.
Best Director – certificate.
Best Screenplay – certificate.
Best Cinematography – certificate.
Best Original Music Score – certificate.