where every film is an experience
Founded by CIRQUE FILMS IN 2020 - GIFF is a standalone platform for independent filmmaking, creative expression, voicing your thoughts along with immersive entertainment. GIFF will support emerging and established voices, discover award-winning filmmakers, curate innovative and interactive experiences, and introduce new ideas through premieres, exhibitions and panel discussions.
7th EDITION
FESTIVAL 2026
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Experience the rich mix of independent cinema with us this year in our 7th annual edition, both in-person and online.
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Play GIFF is your place to be introduced to the world of independent cinema as we bring you an exclusive lineup of short and feature films from our previous festival editions & fresh upcoming releases.
get your short film reviewed
The selection of short film reviews you see below are mostly for films submitted to us. In this instance, the filmmaker has requested us to watch and provide a short film review ... Read More >>>
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inspiring stories of empowered women
Empowered Women celebrates women filmmakers, highlight inclusive themes and empower women storytellers across all digital platforms. The idea behind making an exclusive women-led festival is to bring the necessary diversity change in the independent film landscape and to make room for broadened perspectives in all areas of cinematic world.
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The vision of the festival is to create a dynamic community for all young independent filmmakers in Pakistan and around the world to showcase the best of their stories
EMPOWERED WOMEN
Empowered Women is Gandhara Independent Film Festival's endeavour to amplify the life experiences of female filmmakers. We celebrate them, every year, on International Women's Day by recognising their talent and toasting their art.
GANDHARA INDEPENDENT AI FESTIVAL
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A new chapter in storytelling is unfolding. AI is changing the way we create, imagine, and bring stories to life. GIAIF is the first digital festival of its kind, where filmmakers, pioneers, and AI innovators meet to screen, explore, and spark the future of cinema.
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Play GIFF is your place to be introduced to the world of independent cinema as we bring you an exclusive lineup of short and feature films from our previous festival editions & fresh upcoming releases.
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