The MidiCinema Classifications

Mini, Midi, Short & Maxi: Our Film Duration Guide

For us, cinema begins not with popular faces or the star system, but with a unique and powerful story. With this core belief, we blend the innovative possibilities offered by modern technology and artificial intelligence with the indispensable touch of human labor and creativity in our productions. In front of our camera, we value experience far more than fame; we bring together masters known for their craft on the same set with new faces waiting to be discovered, full of a passion for acting.

This is our unique production philosophy, which we call “story-first filmmaking.” Below, you can see how we classify the films brought to life by this philosophy according to their duration.

Mini Film: 0-10 Minutes

Mini films are cinema in its most intense and essential form. Like a poem, they present a single moment, a striking idea, or a powerful emotion in its most distilled form. This format is a perfect opportunity for new filmmakers to conduct bold experiments and to reach audiences instantly in the fast pace of the digital age. They are cinematic snapshots that fit into a coffee break but whose impact can last all day.

Short Film: 10-20 Minutes

This is the classic form of cinematic storytelling. This duration provides enough space to introduce a character, begin their journey, and bring it to a meaningful conclusion. These valuable films, which often shine at festivals but struggle to reach an audience afterward, lie at the heart of the MidiCinema ecosystem. To offer them the permanent home and the chance for a sustainable life they deserve is one of our most fundamental missions.

Midi Film: 20-80 Minutes

This is the innovative and special space that MidiCinema offers to the industry. Neither as limited as a short film nor as costly as a feature, the “Midi Film” is the “novella” of cinema. It grants directors the freedom to explore their characters and worlds in greater depth. This intermediate format, often overlooked by the industry, is a treasure trove that actually holds some of the bravest, most original, and most layered stories. We exist to discover this treasure and share it with you.

Maxi Film: 80+ Minutes

The Maxi Film is the traditional feature-length film as we know it; it is the comprehensive and immersive cinematic experience that captivates the audience in their seats, taking them to other worlds. Shot with an independent spirit, free from the pressure of large budgets, these brave productions stay true to the story they want to tell. They are the most valuable and comprehensive works in our ecosystem. These films represent the pinnacle of cinematic art and the boundaries of narrative power.