Flame Firstcut 2022

Welcome to FirstCut, one of India’s biggest international festivals of student films organized by FLAME University, Pune! Set up to provide an active platform for young filmmakers all over the world, FirstCut encourages them to explore the medium of film as a potential agent of change. In its 2020 edition, Firstcut received 300+ short films from students from over 40+ countries. As part of the final event of FirstCut on 11th, 12th, and 13th March, shortlisted works will be screened for a live audience and an eminent panel from the film industry. Screenings will be followed by a panel discussions with renowned film personalities as well as interesting talks. We believe that freedom is essential for any creative work, and provide our participants with the complete freedom to choose their own themes and styles of work. While offering opportunities in fiction as well as documentary filmmaking, FirstCut also has a unique “Nano” film a category that aims to challenge the students’ creativity to make super short films. Winners from each category shall be awarded a cash prize. Submissions to FirstCut are FREE and do not require a processing fee. Attending the event is FREE and open to all interested individuals.