The purpose of the Dawn Breakers International Film Festival (DBIFF) is to discover, recognize and showcase films and filmmakers of all backgrounds who have a world-embracing vision and incorporate, discuss or reflect on themes that relate to the Bahá'í Faith*. Dawn Breakers International Film Festival is a non-profit organization with the sole purpose of providing a platform for the betterment of the world using the power of moving images. 

Our Mission: 

  • To encourage filmmakers throughout the world to contribute to the advancement of a better and new civilization** via film and other multimedia visual-arts mediums. 
  • To introduce and recognize Bahá'í filmmakers and/or Bahá'í-themed* films from around the world.
  • To invite and encourage industry professionals and the general public to participate in the process.

 

References:

*The films need not to be made by the Baha'is or discuss the Baha'i Faith directly. For a list of "Baha'i themes" please see the FAQ page.
** The Baha'i view of a New Civilization.