Mizdah International Short Film Festival

مهرجان مزدة الدولي للأفلام القصيرة

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Arts & CultureMizdah
DatesDates TBA · Usually SeptemberCheck locally before booking
Duration3 daysListed event span
Crowd-Public scale varies
Best forPerformance, exhibitionsWhat distinguishes this festival is its
Language["ar"]Currency: LYD
CategoryArts & CultureFestival type
The story

Mizdah International Short Film Festival in Mizdah

The Mizdah International Short Film Festival is a Libyan short-film competition built around the theme 'Cinema is the Mirror of the People,' led by artist Ramadan Al-Mazdawi. Its documented fifth session, held over two days in the city of Zuwara, screened 143 short films from local, Arab, and international filmmakers, while a separate edition ran as an international competition in Benghazi in 2021.

Short-film festivals rarely stay tied to a single town for long once they gain an international following, and the Mizdah International Short Film Festival illustrates that pattern well.
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What is special

The part that makes it specific.

01

The place changes

What distinguishes this festival is its ambition relative to its origins: a short-film competition tied to the small town of Mizdah has grown into an event capable of screening well over a hundred entries from Libya, the wider Arab world, and beyond in a single session

02

The mystery stays covered

Its guiding theme, 'Cinema is the Mirror of the People,' under the direction of artist Ramadan Al-Mazdawi, signals a focus on socially grounded filmmaking over pure spectacle

03

The city starts moving

Notably, the festival has held sessions away from Mizdah itself, its fifth edition took place in Zuwara and a separate international competition ran in Benghazi in 2021, showing an event focused on reaching audiences across Libya rather than a fixed physical home, with prizes awarded across categories including Best Film, Best Actor, Best Actress, and Best Screenplay

Traditions & symbols

The language of the festival.

What moves first

Living ritual

The festival's defining tradition is its guiding theme

Water and renewal

Living ritual

'Cinema is the Mirror of the People

The sacred route

Living ritual

' shaping selection toward socially observant short filmmaking

The local code

Living ritual

alongside a multi-category awards structure (Best Film

Tradition 5

Living ritual

Best Actress

Tradition 6

Living ritual

Best Screenplay) that recognizes both Libyan and international entries

Before you go

Essential information

When to go

Dates TBA · Usually September

Getting around

For Mizdah International Short Film Festival, plan transport around the exact Mizdah venue, route or gathering point rather than the city name alone.

What to wear

Smart-casual attire suitable for cinema screenings and award presentations; no specific costume or ceremonial dress required.

Safety

Keep valuables light, follow local instructions, and watch how residents use the space before joining in.

Where to stay

For Mizdah International Short Film Festival, stay near the part of Mizdah you will actually use, with reliable return transport.

Tickets/cost

Check official or local sources for ticketed areas, paid stands, and same-year access rules.

Language/currency

["ar"] · LYD

Family friendly

unknown

Interactive map31.45 N, 12.99 EOpen in Google Maps

Mizdah, Mizdah, Libya

Nearest airportMJI — Mitiga
TransportFor Mizdah International Short Film Festival, plan transport around the exact Mizdah venue, route or gathering point rather than the city name alone.
Stay areaFor Mizdah International Short Film Festival, stay near the part of Mizdah you will actually use, with reliable return transport.

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FAQ

Quick answers.

When is Mizdah International Short Film Festival?

Mizdah International Short Film Festival is listed for Past edition: 3–5 September 2025. Always re-check the official or local source close to travel.

Where does Mizdah International Short Film Festival take place?

The festival is listed in Mizdah, Libya. The map coordinate is a planning reference, not a guarantee of a ticket gate or exact venue.

How long should I plan for?

3 days is the listed festival span. Add time for arrival, local transport, queues, and any route changes during the event.

Is a source linked?

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Where exactly is it?

Mizdah, Mizdah, Libya

Is it family friendly?

unknown

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About this guide

This guide is independently written by Eventisimus using publicly available information, official event and organiser sources where available, local tourism references, and additional editorial research. Eventisimus is not the official organiser of this festival and is not affiliated with it unless explicitly stated.

Festival dates, schedules, ticket conditions, access rules, and local arrangements can change. We aim to present useful and accurate information, but travelers should confirm important details with the official event source before booking transport, accommodation, or tickets.

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