Collegno Film Fest is an exciting new festival dedicated to celebrating both Italian and international cinema, with a special focus on films that explore the realm of the fantastic and surrealism. Our mission is to provide a platform for visionary filmmakers who challenge the boundaries of storytelling and provoke thought.
Selected filmmakers will be personally welcomed by our organizers in Turin, where their journey will begin with a guided tour, starting at the National Cinema Museum, and culminating at the festival venue. Before the film screenings, masterclasses and cineforum sessions will be held, featuring guests from across Italy. The winners will have the opportunity to engage with the audience, discussing their film and creative vision in a talk moderated by the host. Selected films frequently receive reviews in prominent national and international publications. Please note, there is no monetary prize.
Alongside the international section, we take pride in showcasing local Piedmontese cinema. Our goal is to become advocates of this unique creative landscape, promoting it across Italy and Europe. We encourage Piedmontese filmmakers to submit their work, regardless of length, as we aim to create a strong network that amplifies their voices on a larger stage.
The festival takes place in a historic building that once hosted artists from around the world. Now beautifully restored, it serves as both a cinema hall and a space for artistic events and Cineforum sessions, fully capturing the artistic spirit of Collegno, famously known as “the city of the mad” for its open-air asylum.
