CORK INTERNATIONAL FILM FESTIVAL COMPANY LIMITED BY GUARANTEE

Cork International Film Festival Company Limited By Guarantee is the charitable organisation that delivers Ireland's longest-running film festival. Each November the Festival transforms Cork City, the wider county and an online platform into a vibrant showcase for feature, short and documentary cinema, celebrating both emerging talent and established auteurs. The 70th edition runs from 6 - 16 November 2025 and includes a full programme of screenings, awards ceremonies, industry workshops, live-streamed events and the Cork Film Trail - a city-wide walking route complemented by podcasts that explore the Festival's history.

Beyond the main programme, CIFF offers a suite of services for filmmakers and audiences alike: open film submissions with early-bird deadlines, a range of awards (including the €30 k Audentia Award for female feature directors), talent-development schemes such as IGNITE-Docs, and specialised events like First Take for new film professionals. The Festival also engages the community through volunteer opportunities, gift-card sales, corporate membership, and digital advertising packages that give brands direct access to an enthusiastic, culturally-savvy audience. By blending world-class cinema with local heritage, CIFF continues to inspire, educate and connect film lovers across Ireland and beyond.