MUMBAI: The Dhaka University Film Society (DUFS), in association with Goethe Institut, Dhaka, will hold the 5th International Inter-University Short Film Festival from 15 to 20 May.

The festival that will showcase short films made by the students of various local and international universities and colleges from various countries of the world will be screened at the TSC Auditorium and Goethe Institut Auditorium, Dhaka.

Said 5th IIUSFF, International Participation Coordinator, Nahad-Ul-Quasem, "We are trying to provide a platform for the young film enthusiasts where they can showcase and share their works, exchange their ideas and views and thus take their work forward."

The DUFS has invited entries from university students, the works of whom will be screened at the festival. Participants will have to submit their works by 15 April.

This year the European Film Academy will also participate in the festival.