Back from the Clermont-Ferrand International Short Film Festival and still buzzing

Five intense days full of cinema, conversations, unexpected meetings and shared energy — kicked off with our unique happy hour: Bulgarian spirit, great talks, and that unmistakable IN THE PALACE vibe.
 While in Clermont, we were proud to support the Bulgarian delegation this year — including the presentation of Balkonada, which had its world premiere at IN THE PALACE and was competing in Clermont-Ferrand, as well as iFilm’s participation at the industry market with new projects.
 Just as exciting was seeing other projects and ideas that once passed through our festival now growing, traveling and finding real success over time.
 Between meetings, we joined the annual meeting of the Short Film Conference, where the Short of the Year was announced, and took part in the Meet the Festivals session, strengthened partnerships, sparked new collaborations — and, of course, made time for fun, because even in this “dirty business”, the short film world knows how to stay human  
IN THE PALACE International Short Film Festival is supported by Национален филмов център / Bulgarian National Film Center and Национален фонд „Култура“ / National Culture Fund.