Conversation (CANCELLED) On Short Films - Selim Evci

19 March 2025 - A talk will be held where Festival Director Selim Evci will share his experiences with short films accumulated over the years and discuss the significance of short films in his cinema career.

Conversation Short Films in International Festivals Hayet Benkara

Consultant Hayet Benkara who has years of international experience working extensively with some of the most prestigious film festivals, will talk about short film's position in the international arena with the festival audience.

22nd Akbank Short Film Festival

22nd edition of the Akbank Short Film Festival will take place from March 23 to April 2, 2026.

Conversation Short to Feature - Vuslat Saraçoğlu

22 March 2025 - Vuslat Saraçoğlu will share her experiences about her cinematic journey with screenings of her first feature film Debt, which won the Best Film award at the 37th International Istanbul Film Festival, and her short documentary Children of Müslüm Baba.

Workshop Chasing the Light with Cansu Boğuşlu: Visual Storytelling from Photography to Cinema

21 March 2025 - You are invited to talk about Visual Storytelling from Photography to Cinema with Cansu Boğuşlu, a filmmaker and photographer shaped by the cultural richness of Istanbul.

Blog A short film route from Italy to Turkey with Giulia Iannello

In our conversation with Giulia Iannello, we explore the journey of Magma International Short Film Festival, the details of its collaboration with Akbank Short Film Festival, and much more.

21st Akbank Short Film Festival

21st Akbank Short Film Festival will be held on 17 – 27 March 2025.

Blog Vuslat Saraçoğlu ile üretim yolculuğunun paradoksu

With her distinctive cinematic style and festival successes, Vuslat Saraçoğlu has emerged as one of the most talked-about directors and screenwriters of recent years. Before the 21st Akbank Short Film Festival we spoke with Vuslat Saraçoğlu about her cinematic journey, creative process, and this year’s festival.

Short Film Turisti

Short Film The Poison Cat

Short Film After Father

Short Film Majonezë