KINO ATHENS
INTERNATIONAL INDEPENDENT FILM FESTIVAL
Home to conceptually provocative films
Mission
KINO (International Independent Film Festival of Athens) focuses on unusual films which challenge their viewers. We believe in the power of films to inspire change within our society. KINO believes that independent filmmaking is vital to galvanize communal discourse and is committed to curating equitable and inclusive programs for all. Via screenings, Q&As, talks, exhibitions, KINO intents to enhance dialogue, promote learning and create a community based on cinema. KINO's program will centre on daring filmmaking that embraces fearless artistic crossover works. We constantly look for fresh films, visual innovations, daring experimentation and new approaches to the visual arts. KINO supports freedom enhancing cinema and new methods of visual artistic creation. We commit ourselves to staying free and open to continuous discovery.
Vision
KINO through its visionary programming intents to enhance independent filmmaking with all year round activities. KINO Athens Film Society will establish a weekly gathering in Athens for film lovers who seek to be challenged by cinema.
Sections
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INTERNATIONAL COMPETITION - FEATURES
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INTERNATIONAL COMPETITION - SHORTS
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NATIONAL COMPETITION - FEATURES
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NATIONAL COMPETITION - SHORTS
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KINOJUNIOR
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SPECIAL SCREENINGS
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FOCUS: SOMEONE TO WATCH
TICKETS AND INFO
ΕΙΣΙΤΗΡΙΑ ΚΑΙ ΠΛΗΡΟΦΟΡΙΕΣ
12 - 22 ΜΑΡΤΙΟΥ 2026
ΧΩΡΟΙ ΚΑΙ ΕΙΣΙΤΗΡΙΑ - VENUES & TICKETS
A. ΓΕΝΙΚΗ ΕΙΣΟΔΟΣ: 5 ΕΥΡΩ | General Entrance: 5 EURO
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ΙΔΡΥΜΑ ΜΙΧΑΛΗΣ ΚΑΚΟΓΙΑΝΝΗΣ - Michael Cacoyannis Foundation
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CINOBO OPERA 2
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Microcosmos Cinema
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Newman Cinema
Συνηστάτε προκρατήση. It is advisable to pre-book your ticket
B. ΔΩΡΕΑΝ ΕΙΣΟΔΟΣ - FREE ENTRANCE
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ΤΕΧΝΟΠΟΛΗ ΤΟΥ ΔΗΜΟΥ ΑΘΗΝΑΙΩΝ - Technopolis City of Athens
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ΙΤΑΛΙΚΟ ΙΝΣΤΙΤΟΥΤΟ ΤΗΣ ΑΘΗΝΑΣ - Italian Institute of Athens
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ΙΝΣΤΙΤΟΥΤΟ ΓΚΑΙΤΕ ΤΗΣ ΑΘΗΝΑΣ - Goethe Institute of Athens
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ΕΛΛΗΝΟΑΜΕΡΙΚΑΝΙΚΗ ΕΝΩΣΗ - Hellenic American Union
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ΠΑΝΤΕΙΟ ΠΑΝΕΠΙΣΤΗΜΙΟ - Panteion University
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ΙΔΡΥΜΑ ΕΥΓΕΝΙΔΕΙΟ - ΝΕΟ ΠΛΑΝΗΤΑΡΙΟ | Eugenides Foundation - New Digital Planetarium
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ΕΜΠΕΙΡΙΑ ΕΥΡΩΠΗ ΑΘΗΝΑΣ - Europa Experience Athens
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Burger Disco
Σειρά Προτεραιότητας (First come first served basis)
+ ΙΔΡΥΜΑ ΜΙΧΑΛΗΣ ΚΑΚΟΓΙΑΝΝΗΣ - MICHAEL CACOGIANNIS FOUNDATION
+ CINOBO OPERA 2
+ MICROCOSMOS CINEMA
+ NEWMAN CINEMA
+ ΠΛΗΡΟΦΟΡΙΕΣ | MORE INFO
Α. ΧΩΡΟΙ | Venues
Γενική Είσοδος 5 ευρώ | General Entrance 5 euro
+ IΔΡΥΜΑ ΜΙΧΑΛΗΣ ΚΑΚΟΓΙΑΝΝΗΣ - Michael Cacoyannis Foundation
Piraeus 206, Tavros 177 78
Metro: Tavros (Line 3) 500m (7mins)
Metro: Petralona (ISAP) / 800m (10mins)
+ CINOBO OPERA 2
Metro: Panepistimio (Line 2 - Red Line)
Akadimias 57, Athina 106 79
+ MICROCOSMOS CINEMA
Leoforos Andrea Siggrou 106, Athina 117 41
Metro: Syngrou Fix
+ NEWMAN CINEMA
Sevastoupoleos 117, Ampelokipoi, Athens 11526
Metro: Panormou
Β. ΧΩΡΟΙ | Venues
Είσοδος Δωρεάν | Free Entrance
Θα τηρηθεί σειρά προτεραιότητας | First come first served basis
+ ΤΕΧΝΟΠΟΛΗ ΤΟΥ ΔΗΜΟΥ ΑΘΗΝΑΙΩΝ - Technopolis City of Athens
Miltiadis Evert Auditorium
Pireos 144
Metro: Kerameikos (Line 3)
+ ΙΤΑΛΙΚΟ ΙΝΣΤΙΤΟΥΤΟ ΤΗΣ ΑΘΗΝΑΣ - Italian Institute of Athens
Miltiadis Evert Auditorium
28is Oktovriou 47, Athina 104 33
Metro: Omonoia (Line 2 - Red Line)
+ ΙΝΣΤΙΤΟΥΤΟ ΓΚΑΙΤΕ ΤΗΣ ΑΘΗΝΑΣ - Goethe Institute of Athens
Omirou 14-16, Athina 106 72
Metro: Syntagma Station (Line 2 - Red Line)
+ ΕΛΛΗΝΟΑΜΕΡΙΚΑΝΙΚΗ ΕΝΩΣΗ - Hellenic American Union
Massalias 22, Athina 106 80
Metro: Panepistimio Station (Line 2 - Red Line)
+ ΠΑΝΤΕΙΟ ΠΑΝΕΠΙΣΤΗΜΙΟ - Panteion University
Leoforos Andrea Siggrou 136, Kallithea, Athina 176 71
Metro: Syngrou Fix
+ ΙΔΡΥΜΑ ΕΥΓΕΝΙΔΕΙΟ - ΝΕΟ ΠΛΑΝΗΤΑΡΙΟ | Eugenides Foundation - New Digital Planetarium
387 Syggrou Ave. entrance 11, Pentelis st, Athina 175 64
Metro: Syngrou Fix / Dafni
+ ΕΜΠΕΙΡΙΑ ΕΥΡΩΠΗ ΑΘΗΝΑΣ - Europa Experience Athens
Stadiou 44-46, Athina 105 64
Metro: Panepistimio Station (Line 2 - Red Line)
+ BURGER DISCO
Nikis 11, Athina 105 63
Metro: Syntagma Station (Line 2 - Red Line)
Submissions
The International Independent Film Festival of Athens, KINO Athens accepts films through out the year from every genre, every subject and every place. We encourage independent filmmaking and daring, crossover works.
+ KINO Athens organizes the International Independent Film Festival of Athens and accepts submissions for the initiative.
+ FILM ENTRY FOR KINOATHENS 2025 IS NOW OPEN!
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Deadline for Entry: 15.01.2026
+ No premiere request. We do not disqualify any films based on premiere status.
+ No limitation, everyone can apply.
+ In order to complete the submission, the payment is required according to the deadlines:
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Early bird
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From: March 17th to 15th of December 2025
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Feature Films: 10 €
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Short Films: 5 €
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Late Entry
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From 16th of December 2025 to 15th of January 2025
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Feature Films 16 €
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Short Films 10 €
The entry fees are applied to each submitted film.
+ Keep in mind KINO Athens program is mainly formed by INVITATIONS.
How to Submit
+ To complete the submission the Festival requires a preview copy of the film with english subtitles with the exception of English and Greek spoken films.
+ The preview copy should be uploaded to a secured streaming platform, such as Vimeo. The URL and password should be submitted through the online entry form of the festival. The preview link should be private, downloadable and available up until the end of January 31st 2026.
+ Once submitted, the preview copy will only be shared within the programming team of the festival for the purpose of deciding if and/or it will be presented.
+ Submissions must be completed online via:
https://filmfreeway.com/kinoathens
+ Incomplete and/or late submissions will not be taken into consideration.
+ If selected the programming department will sent an official invitation to participate.
+ The Festival is under no obligation to communicate the reasoning behind its choices with regard to films that are not selected.
Shipping Details
The shipping costs of materials submitted to the festival for selection purposes are covered by KINO. All materials must be delivered on time for testing purposes.
Disclaimer
Please be informed that the Terms and Conditions stated in this document are subject to change. Any changes made are fully at the discretion of the Festival.
