Persian cinema, celebrated around the world.
Persian Film Awards celebrates films by filmmakers of Persian heritage and language — Iranian, Afghan, Tajik and every local tongue — with screenings in several countries from March 1 to April 2 each year and an official awards ceremony in Toronto.
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One festival, 5 ways in
Short Films
Short fiction films by filmmakers of Persian heritage and language. In competition and on exhibit.
Animation
Animated films of every technique. In competition and on exhibit.
Documentaire
Documentary films about Persian-speaking lands and peoples. In competition and on exhibit.
Featured Films
Feature-length and special presentations, shown on exhibit only and not in competition.
World Section
Guest films from more than 100 countries, shown as a window on world cinema and not in competition.
La programmation 2027 arrive bientôt
Our Academy is watching this year’s submissions now. There’s still time to soumettre votre film gratuitement.
Voir la Sélection officielle 2026 →Parcourir tous les films du festival →
AWARDS
Votés par l’Académie. Certaines catégories par vous.
Every competition section names its Top Nominees and Winners. The badges stay on every film page and crew profile for good.
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Persian Film Awards 2026 · Interviews, round tables & conference
Persian Film Awards 2025 · Interviews, round tables & conference
Persian Film Awards 2026 · Interviews, round tables & conference
Il y a une place pour tout le monde
Soumettre un film
Step by step, save as you go.
Commencer l’inscription →Bénévole
Ushers, check-in, red carpet, community screenings.
Rejoindre l’équipe →Rejoindre l’Académie
Industry professionals who judge the PFA Awards.
Suggérer un membre →Commanditaire
Put your name behind Persian cinema.
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