Cinema can entertain.

Cinema can provoke thought.

But sometimes, cinema does something even more powerful:

it sparks something within us.

True Spark recognises inspiring stories that leave audiences with renewed, positive energy. Films that motivate, empower, and ignite a real sense of possibility.

Open to emerging and established filmmakers across all genres, it celebrates work that sparks a light within, leading to bold steps or simply a shift in mindset.

Today, this kind of storytelling matters more than ever. That is why we are also launching the True Spark Alliance. A growing network of like minded festival partners committed to supporting and amplifying films that drive meaningful change.
Together, we aim to give these works more visibility, more opportunities, and a stronger path to audiences worldwide.