An International Cinematic Experience in the Heart of Copenhagen: From Oscar Winners to Emerging Innovations
Festival Name: Copenhagen Headliner Film Festival
Location: Copenhagen, Denmark
Dates: August 3 – 7, 2027
Edition: 2nd Edition
About the Festival: This international festival celebrates emerging Danish voices, international feature films, and supports sustainability and social awareness. Held as an annual physical event alongside seasonal pop-up screenings, the festival provides a professional platform for filmmakers, industry professionals, and audiences to connect. Additionally, a dedicated Digital Section is available to showcase works to a global audience.
Awards:
- Main Competition Awards:
- Feature Films: Best Film Award and Best Screenplay Award (both accompanied by cash prizes).
- Made in Denmark Section: (Accompanied by a cash prize).
- Best Short Film Award.
- Documentary Section.
- Experimental & Music Video Section: Beyond Borders Award.
- Horror Section: After Hours Award.
- Student Section: Best Student Film Award.
- Acting & Technical Awards (Across all categories): Best Actor/Actress (Feature & Short) and Best Editing and Production Design.
- Digital Section Awards: Jury Prize and Audience Award (Online Section).
- Honorary Awards (Non-competitive): Humanity Award and Lifetime Achievement Award.
Accepted Genres: Experimental, Narrative, Documentary, Animation, Horror, Drama, Comedy, etc.
Film Duration: Under 25 minutes.
Production Year: Works produced within the last 1–2 years.
Submission Deadline: December 1, 2026.
Language & Subtitles:
Films in any language are welcome. Non-English language films must include English subtitles.
Additional Information:
- The festival is IMDb-accredited.
- The Jury consists of industry professionals from major networks, including Netflix, Prime Video, Disney+, Hulu, and Lionsgate.
- Online Screenings: Available to a global audience from July 15 to July 25.
- Selected Filmmakers: Will receive complimentary entry for themselves and one guest (prior registration is required).
- Submission Format: Preference is given to digital download links (screeners); physical formats will not be accepted.
