DIMFF 2025 Announces Esteemed Jury Panel for 11th Edition

DIMFF 2025 Announces Esteemed Jury Panel for 11th Edition

Publish Date: 
Monday, February 17, 2025

 

The 11th Dhaka International Mobile Film Festival (DIMFF) 2025 is set to take place on February 22 at ULAB Campus A, Dhanmondi, and February 23 at STAR Cineplex, Shimanto Shambhar. 

 

The festival, known for celebrating mobile filmmaking, has received an overwhelming 117 film submissions from 28 countries, out of which 27 films have been selected for screening across four competitive categories: Open Door Film, Short Film, Vertical Film, and One Minute Film.

 

The jury board of DIMFF's 11th edition consists of two groups. 'Open Door' and 'Vertical' category films will be reviewed by noted Bangladeshi Director Taneem Rahman Angshu. On the other hand, renowned Hollywood Director, and Writer Richard Greenwood JR. will judge the ‘One Minute’ and ‘Short Film’ categorized films. DIMFF is pleased to announce that the selection of the finalists has been completed.  

 

Expressing his excitement about being part of the festival, Greenwood Jr. shared his admiration for the submissions, stating, “I had the great honor to be a judge for the Dhaka International Mobile Film Festival. I was truly impressed and inspired by the films I saw from all over the world. I wish all the filmmakers the best and a fruitful future—keep making films!”

 

Meanwhile, Taneem Rahman Angshu highlighted the dedication and creativity of the filmmakers, noting that he thoroughly enjoyed reviewing the submissions and commended the hard work behind each film.

 

This year DIMFF is powered by STAR Cineplex, along with the print and online media partner The Business Stardard and Samakal, it’s online media partner is Dhaka Post, TV Media Partner Deepto TV, Maasranga TV, and, Channel 24, Digital Media Partner The Inquest, and Gleam, Screening partner Deepto Play, and, Youth engagement partner TBS Graduates. 

 

This year’s festival will conclude with a grand closing event at STAR Cineplex, where winners across various categories will be recognized for their outstanding contributions to mobile filmmaking. DIMFF continues to establish itself as a global platform for aspiring filmmakers, offering them a space to showcase their talent and creativity through mobile filmmaking.