The Colorado Global Film Festival brings together the art of cinema and filmmakers from around the world for a three-day celebration of short films, ending with an awards ceremony. This upcoming festival of short films produced and directed by students, amateur and professional filmmakers (7-12 minutes) will be held on September 25-28, 2025, in Aurora, Colorado. This new Short Film Festival aims to establish itself as a leading platform for the best in international cinema, gaining recognition from filmmakers, film enthusiasts, and trendsetters. The "Best Picture/Short Film" winner will receive $25,000 to kick-start the development of a feature film, which will be filmed in Colorado.

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​CGFF promotes global filmmaking, introduces patrons to international film and the art of filmmaking while promoting media literacy, deepening insights into other cultures, enhancing foreign language aptitude, developing critical thinking skills, and inspiring a lifelong appreciation of cinema. Educational tracks at the film festival include a language-specific short film viewing covered by Telemundo and Univision, and student student-created film session chaired by the Colorado Film School. Films will be screened at the Movie Tavern Aurora, Hawkins Movie Theatre and Denver Sie Film Center.  Opening and closing cermonies will be held at local venues. 

 

CGFF aims to obtain designation by AMPAS, BAFTA, BIFA, and the Goya Awards as an award-qualifying festival, and to gain accreditation from the International Short Film Conference, aspiring to be among the most acclaimed short film showcases in the world and attract an engaged, film-savvy audience. As a festival, short film market, and educational forum, CGFF will be recognized in Colorado as the “Filmmaker’s Festival,” combining acclaimed programming, industry interaction, and hands-on experiences in a fun festival atmosphere