The Iris Film Festival is the largest international L.G.B.T.+ short film prize, celebrated annually in Cardiff during a week in October, with this year's event scheduled from October 14 to 19. The festival showcases films that are by, for, about, or of interest to gay, lesbian, bisexual, or transgender audiences, and it aims to elevate L.G.B.T.+ cinema on a global scale. Fans worldwide participate in the celebration online throughout October. The highlight of the festival is the Iris Prize, which offers a $30,000 award to the winning filmmaker to support their next project. The festival has garnered significant support from L.G.B.T.+ film festivals globally and serves as a platform for new filmmakers to gain recognition. It was established by Berwyn Rowlands, who has been an advocate for L.G.B.T.+ rights and inclusivity.