Selection Euregion Shorts Competition 2026 announced

Six films have been selected to compete in the Euregion Shorts Competition 2026!

Geplaatst op 3 februari 2026

The Euregion Shorts Competition selection of 2026 is officially in! These six short films will light up the big screen on March 21 at Lumière Maastricht during the Euregion Film Forum. 

Join us for an unforgettable evening full of Euregional films. Meet the directors, hear all about their ideas and processes and discover who takes home Best Short Film! Buy your tickets here.

Selection 2026

The following films and filmmakers have been selected for the Euregion Shorts Competition 2026. Read more about their projects by clicking on the pictures below!

G.O.A.T. – Daan Bunnik (NL)
I paddle my canoe three meter below civilisation – Michel Klöfkorn (DE)
Merantau – Jalu Glissenaar (NL)
Crescendo – Sem Dingemans (NL)
23 – Nynke Benschop (NL)
Dusted Off – Ayby Cetin (BE)

Euregion Film Forum 2026

Euregion Film Forum, the film event in the heart of our vibrant border region, will take place from March 19 to 21 at Lumière Cinema Maastricht. Come and enjoy our Makers Day, masterclasses and screenings of the newest films from the region.

This year's forum will focus on low-budget filmmaking. From funding to distribution to team work, come join us to explore how to make your low-budget film a success! Whether you're a student, just starting out in filmmaking or already have some productions under your name, you will be able to learn, get inspired or meet future collaborators! Check out the full program here.