Get ready, film lovers! MedFest Egypt is back, and this year, it’s all about Transitions! Mark your calendars because from September 18-22, the AUC Tahrir Campus will be the hotspot for cinema that dives deep into life’s pivotal moments.

What’s the Theme This Year?

Transitions—those life-altering shifts that shape who we are. Whether it’s navigating a career change, overcoming health challenges, or adapting to a rapidly changing world, this year’s festival is shining a spotlight on stories of transformation, resilience, and evolution.

Open Call for Film Submissions!

Filmmakers, this is your time to shine! MedFest Egypt is officially accepting short films (max 20 minutes) from all genres that creatively tackle the theme of transitions. Whether your film is about personal growth, societal changes, or mental health struggles, we want to see it!

What Kind of Transitions Are We Talking About?

• Major Life Changes: Career shifts, post-graduation realities, aging, or stepping into a new phase of life.
• Health-Related Transitions: From medical diagnoses to recovery journeys and mental health battles.
• Emotional Transitions: Personal growth, relationship shifts, and the rollercoaster of human emotions.
• Societal Transitions: Migration, war, environmental crises, or the effects of global pandemics.

Submission Details:

• All genres are welcome—fiction, documentary, animation, experimental—you name it!
• Film length: No more than 20 minutes.
• Deadline to submit: May 9.
• Where to submit? Right here: FilmFreeway – MedFest Egypt.

Why You Shouldn’t Miss This!

MedFest Egypt isn’t just a film festival—it’s a platform for storytelling that matters. It’s where art meets medicine, sparking conversations that go beyond the screen. Plus, with its unique focus on health, identity, and human experiences, this festival brings fresh perspectives to audiences who crave more than just entertainment.

So, whether you’re a filmmaker looking to showcase your work or a cinephile eager to witness compelling storytelling, MedFest Egypt 2024 is the place to be.

Will we see your film on the big screen this year? Submit now, and let’s explore Transitions together!