WORLD CINEMA

 ​ABOUT ORION IFF

Founded in Australia over a decade ago, ORION IFF presents a selective programme of international narrative and documentary films to engaged audiences. The festival focuses on original, human-centred stories that demonstrate strong cinematic language, clear creative intent, and emotional resonance.

Programming is deliberate and considered, prioritising films that explore the human condition through character, observation, and place. Selection favours works that balance storytelling and visual craft with overall cinematic cohesion, and that are suited to attentive cinema exhibition.
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Films are reviewed through a curated judging process informed by industry experience and practical programming considerations. ORION IFF maintains a selective acceptance rate of approximately 10–12%, and not all categories are awarded each year. Assessment places primary emphasis on creative merit, alongside key areas of craft including cinematography, performance, editing, and sound design.

FILM AWARDS

Best Short Narrative
Best Short Documentary
Best Feature Narrative
Best Feature Documentary
Best Cinematic Comedy
Best Animation
Best Experimental
Best Human Rights Film
Best Environmental Film
Best Ethnographic Film
Best Web Series / New Media
Best Virtual Reality
Best AI (Artificial Intelligence) Film

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FILM CRAFT AWARDS

​All entries are considered for Film Craft categories
Best Actor
Best Cinematography
Best Editing
Best Sound Design
Best Short Screenplay
Best Feature Screenplay


AUDIENCE AWARD

The ORION International Film Festival is an IMDb qualifying festival. 

All officially selected films and award winners will receive ORION IFF Official Laurels.

Awards / Films 2026

Live Screening Events 

ORION​ INTERNATIONAL FILM FESTIVAL 2026

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