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36th edition
Singapore International Film Festival
Singapore, Singapore
21 October – 1 November 2026
12 days
About Singapore International Film Festival
Founded in 1987, SGIFF is a leading platform for Asian cinema, celebrating diverse international filmmaking with a strong emphasis on Asian feature films and Southeast Asian short films. Its SGIFF Film Fund specifically supports Southeast Asian documentaries and short films.
Festival details
Location
Singapore, Singapore
Scope
International
Focus
Asian Cinema · Southeast Asian Film · Documentary · Short Film · Feature Film
Duration
12 days
Founded
1987
Awards
Silver Screen Awards
Competitive awards honoring Asian feature films and Singapore short films.
Special programs
SGIFF Film Fund
Fund supporting Southeast Asian documentaries and short films (launched 2018).
Off-Screen Forums
Industry talks, panels and public discussions.
SGIFF Pro
Industry-focused initiatives.
Industry Days
Networking and market programming.
Asian Producers Network
Platform connecting producers across Asia.
For filmmakers
Submission deadline
2026-06-09
Screening eligibility
Call for Entries opens 9 April 2026; deadline 9 June 2026.
Accepted formats
Asian feature films, Southeast Asian short films
Best Documentary Films
Award-Winning Documentaries
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