European Film Awards

Every year, the various activities of the European Film Academy culminate in the ceremony of the European Film Awards which are presented jointly with EFA Productions gGmbH. In a total of 15 categories, among them European Film, European Director, European Actress and European Actor, the European Film Awards annually honour the greatest achievements in European cinema.

The Awards Ceremony takes place in Berlin every second year. In the other years, the Awards travel: London, Paris, Rome, Barcelona, Warsaw, and , in 2008, Copenhagen.

In 2009, as a change from the regular system and Berlin’s unique contribution to RUHR.2010 European Capital of Culture, the European Film Awards will take place in Germany’s Ruhr Metropolis.

Awards Information

complete list of all Award Categories

information on eligibility, submission, selection, nomination and election:
Feature Films

Documentaries
Short Films

The People’s Choice Award

Download the full Regulations for the European Film Awards 2009
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