The [CN] Portuguese Competition is probably the most eagerly awaited program by the Curtas audience, who waits for this moment to get to know the Portuguese cinematographic harvest of the year. More than just a competition, this is an excellent opportunity to feel, in a privileged position, the pulse of the vitality of contemporary Portuguese cinema. Over the years, many names have been revealed in this competition, authors who continue to leave a mark in the Portuguese cinematographic panorama, recognized both at home and abroad.

The festival closely monitors the production of new works throughout the year so that, in each edition, it presents the best set of films in this true celebration of national cinema.