Mpumalanga International Film Festival 2027
Beyond the Screen
Your story deserves an afterlife. 2–10 August 2027 · Mpumalanga · South Africa.
SUBMISSIONS NOW OPEN · Early Bird 31 Oct 2026 · Regular 15 Dec 2026 · Late 31 Jan 2027 · Extended 20 Feb 2027* · Notification 31 Mar 2027
*Final deadline being confirmed — submit via FilmFreeway or Festhome; always check the official listing before submitting.
Filmmakers → Festival → Audiences → Industry → MPPLUS → Opportunity
Submit
Enter your film on FilmFreeway — MIFF's official submission destination.
Categories
Eight core competition categories across form, place and purpose.
Prizes
A US$3,500 prize pool plus opportunities beyond the cash.
Vertical Drama
A mobile-first 9:16 serialized storytelling competition.
MPPLUS
An optional pathway to digital audiences — you keep your rights.
Why submit to MIFF 2027
- Cinema screenings & filmmaker Q&As
- Industry access & masterclasses
- WildMarket Africa & Kruger experiences
- Awards & recognition
- Optional MPPLUS consideration
Built on MIFF 2026
98 films from 25+ countries, 40+ industry sessions, WildMarket Africa in the Kruger — and the winners who set the standard.