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Stories Worth Experiencing

Celebrate cinema that moves, challenges, and inspires.
Filmmakers and audiences come together to experience stories that stay with you long after the credits roll.

As Indonesia’s first and only  Oscar®-qualifying film festival,
we celebrate original storytelling and meaningful connections through film.

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Ravens

Country

Japan

Director

Mark Gill

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Retirement Plan

Country

Ireland

Director

John Kelly

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AMAL Hope

Country

United States

Director

Eros Zhao

Balinale (Bali International Film Festival) proudly announces that it has been officially approved as an Academy Award® Qualifying Film Festival.

Oscar recognition celebrates our past accomplishments and is a commitment to our future. It significantly boosts the festival’s prominence and our ability to showcase films that celebrate stories from Indonesia and worldwide. It also provides filmmakers with a platform to gain recognition, find new opportunities, and obtain a broader audience.

Deborah Gabinetti

Balinale’s Founder

Support & partner with Balinale

Support Stories That Travel the World

Official Festival Sponsors

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Creativity In Motion

Through partnerships with institutions like The Juilliard School and Institute of Art Indonesia alongside, Balinale’s own initiatives, we empower aspiring filmmakers at every stage of their journey. Our commitment to education extends beyond the festival week but is embedded in everything we do.

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Film Workshops & Masterclasses

Learn from industry professionals through hands-on workshops and masterclasses.

Student Film Competitions

Showcase your talent! Submit your short films for a chance to be featured at Balinale.

School Screenings & Discussions

Special screenings of curated films for schools and educational institutions.

Beyond the Screen

Discover
Indonesia

From Bali’s iconic coastline to the remote beauty of the archipelago, Balinale showcases the cinematic backdrops that inspire filmmakers and travelers alike.

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