A gateway between cultures, perspectives and ways of telling a story.
Born in Berlin. Open to the world.
Berlin is a city where history, art, resistance, experimentation and cultures from around the world meet.
The name Berlin Gate grows from that spirit. We welcome filmmakers and visual storytellers who create with courage, honesty and a personal vision.
Our purpose is not simply to hand out a title or laurel. Berlin Gate is a new kind of festival — one that stays open and clear from the first click to the final night, and that is built to get independent work seen and supported, not only judged. Our first edition introduces a completely new festival journey; the details are revealed to our entrants first.
What we stand for.
Artistic independence
Creative courage
Cultural exchange
Emerging voices
New forms of storytelling
Human connection
Berlin · 24 January 2027
Submissions and judging take place internationally. The first edition culminates in a live event in Berlin with selected screenings, recognition and the announcement of winners.
First edition programme