The 45th VGIK International Student Festival is an annual event organized by the National State Gerasimov University of Cinematography (VGIK) with support from the Ministry of Culture of the Russian Federation. Established in 1961 and becoming international in 1970, the festival aims to recognize and encourage young talent in filmmaking and theatre. The 45th edition in 2025 is scheduled in two stages, with the VGIK competition from October 20 to 24, and international film and theatre competitions from November 10 to 14. The festival includes competitive programs, non-competitive screenings, master classes, and exhibitions, and has seen renowned figures like Andrei Tarkovsky and Nikita Mikhalkov among its past winners.