WELCOME to CineMigrants!
We find and promote the creative work of migrant filmmakers from all around the world.
WELCOME to CineMigrants!
We find and promote the creative work of migrant filmmakers from all around the world.
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Our Upcoming Shows
Our monthly shows are awailable for 48 hours twice a month, to make it as convenient as possible for everyone to watch. Click on any of the posts below, to find the correct start time and date, and the list of films selected for the show you'd like to watch.
Our Upcoming Shows
Our monthly shows are awailable for 48 hours twice a month, to make it as convenient as possible for everyone to watch. Click on any of the posts below, to find the correct start time and date, and the list of films selected for the show you'd like to watch.
Who is CineMigrants for?
Cinephiles
Calling all cinema enthusiasts! We're scouring the globe for all the amazing content that is created by migrant filmmakers, to bring you a curated stream of five new films every month PLUS an exclusive live chat with the creators. Join us on this exciting journey to quench your thirst for high-quality independent cinema, ask all your burning questions, and vote for your favorite film. All while helping us to give the much needed global exposure and support to independent cinema and its very special creators the CineMigrants!
Filmmakers
If you're an independent filmmaker who is also a migrant living and working in your new chosen home, then this is the place for you to shine, and win awards!!! Register and submit your film, and seize this great chance to be recognized, and appreciated by fellow filmmakers and cinephiles from around the world! It is free to submit your film(s) so don't hesitate, join CineMigrants today!
Who is CineMigrants for?
Cinephiles
Calling all cinema enthusiasts! We're scouring the globe for all the amazing content that is created by migrant filmmakers, to bring you a curated stream of five new films every month PLUS an exclusive live chat with the creators. Join us on this exciting journey to quench your thirst for high-quality independent cinema, ask all your burning questions, and vote for your favorite film. All while helping us to give the much needed global exposure and support to independent cinema and its very special creators the CineMigrants!
Filmmakers
If you're an independent filmmaker who is also a migrant living and working in your new chosen home, then this is the place for you to shine, and win awards!!! Register and submit your film, as this is your chance to be recognized and appreciated! It is free to submit your film(s) so don't hesitate, join CineMigrants today!
Official Selections
Official Selections
First Month Free!
You have nothing to lose! When you register to watch our show you don't pay a cent and if you did not like what we've found and streamed for your enjoyment, you can cancel any time. Why not give it a try? Bring the wonders of independent cinema to your home!
Who is CineMigrants for?
You have nothing to lose! When you register to watch our show you don't pay a cent and if you did not like what we've found and streamed for your enjoyment, you can cancel any time. Why not give it a try? Bring the wonders of independent cinema to your home!
Frequently Asked Questions
Q: What kinds of films can I see on CineMigrants?
A: Great question! We only showcase independent short films that are created by migrants in the director, cinematographer, or other leadership roles. Who is considered to be a migrant? Well, in our eyes anyone who feels that they are a minority in their community, and bring a different mindset or point of view to the production. In terms of the film's genre, we are open to all motion pictures under 60 minutes in length.
Q: Where can I watch the films?
A: Once you've registered, you can watch the shows twice a month in our Stream Theatre -> streatre at https://cinemigrant.com/streathre/
Q: What are the screening dates and times?
A: Since CineMigrant is a monthly online film festival, the films are only shown twice a month for a 48-hour period... the show always starts at 8 pm on the last Thursday of every month and it stays available to be watched for 48 hours. Then we repeat the same show exactly two weeks later starting again at 8 pm AEST and staying available for 48 hours.
Q: How does the selection process work?
A: Every month the judges watch all the submissions and select the top five films which we then include in the show.
Q: What is the Depth of Field show is about?
A: This is the LIVE talk show we have with the filmmakers after each monthly show. During the festival, viewers can submit questions that will provide some of the talking points. We're also very interested to know about the filmmaker's personal story, as well as to hear what is it like to be a migrant filmmaker in their experience.
Q: Why are the films only available for 48 hours?
A: As you may know, the majority of filmmakers and production houses like to submit their work to various film festivals, most of which forbids them to have the film freely available online. It is the only way festivals can sell enough tickets to keep the lights on, by making sure their target audience isn't able to watch the selected films anywhere else but their event. For this reason, most filmmakers avoid sharing their work online on an open platform before the planned festival run is finished. We need to make sure that the films are protected, and that our event is not considered an online public release by other festivals, but rather an exclusive screening to a limited, closed audience.
