Skyline Fest

History

From a dream to reality

Skyline Benidorm Film Festival was born in 2017 as a short film showcase. Since then, it has achieved great attendance success and gained popularity among directors, producers and distributors.

 

This year we celebrate our tenth edition, 18–25 April 2026, featuring in-person activities and screenings on Filmin, along with workshops aimed at fostering young audiences, roundtables, filmmaker meetings, our “Shortpitch” competition and dedicated industry sessions.

 

The festival is directed by Beatriz Hernández and receives support from the Benidorm City Council, Institut Valencià de Cultura, Alicante Provincial Council, Turisme CV and various private sponsors.

10

Años de historia

2017 ~ 2025

A Decade of Growth and Innovation

2017

The Origin

Born as a short-film showcase.

2017

2018

Skyline Brand

Skyline becomes a competitive national festival. Professional-oriented activities begin. Our script competition is born.

2018

2019

Expanding to Young Audiences

Workshops are incorporated to build youth audiences. The Sustainability section is created.

2019

2020

The Festival Does Not Stop

One of the first online festivals. Skyline adapts to the pandemic and is held entirely online. “Shortpitch” is born. Sustainability section included.

2020

2021

European Reach & New Formats

New sections launched: “Sometimes I See Features,” European Competition, Social Young Filmmakers, Skyline Itinerant.

2021

2022

Ibero-American Focus

Creation of the Ibero-American Section, expanding international reach. Industry days grow with their own dedicated space.

2022

2023

Goya-Qualifying Festival

Recognition by the Spanish Film Academy: Skyline becomes a Goya-qualifying festival. Alliance with UMH to support new filmmakers.

2023

2024

Accessibility & ONCE Partnership

Screenings adapted for visually and hearing-impaired audiences. Awareness activities included. Creation of the “Skyliner Award.”

2024

2025

PRISMA Is Born

Industry activities consolidated and expanded under PRISMA: international co-production forum, guest country, encounters, networking and project development.

2025

2026

10 Years Looking Ahead

The festival celebrates its 10th anniversary with exponential growth in Industry (PRISMA), national and international presence, and many surprises.

2026