Oslo Pix Film Festival
Oslo's most important dedicated international film festival, held annually in spring, presenting competitive international and Norwegian cinema to Norway's cosmopolitan capital alongside strong industry activities.
Overview
Oslo Pix is Oslo's most important dedicated international film festival. Founded in 1999 and held annually in spring in Oslo, the festival presents competitive international and Norwegian cinema to Norway's politically engaged, prosperous capital.
Norway's oil wealth has funded one of the world's most generous public film financing systems, making Norwegian cinema one of the best-supported national industries in Europe. Oslo Pix provides the Norwegian public with the most important annual presentation of Norwegian cinema alongside international programming.
The festival operates in close relationship with the Norwegian Film Institute, creating strong connections with the country's public film financing infrastructure.
Key Sections
- International Competition -- world films competing for jury prizes
- Norwegian Film Program -- new Norwegian features and shorts
- Documentary Program -- nonfiction features
- Short Film Competition -- competitive short programs
- Industry Events -- professional activities for Norwegian and international filmmakers
What Filmmakers Should Know
Oslo Pix accepts open submissions. For Norwegian filmmakers, the festival provides the most important Oslo platform. For international filmmakers, Norway's well-funded broadcasting and distribution system creates useful industry connections.
Major Awards
- Best Film -- jury prize
- Best Norwegian Film
- Audience Award
Festival History
Oslo Pix was founded in 1999 and has operated as Oslo's primary international film event.
See Also
For Nordic cinema, see International Film Markets. For the Gothenburg Film Festival, see Gothenburg Film Festival.
