Shockfest puts an emphasis on community and supporting filmmakers and writers of cutting edge content from ALL GENRES. We put a strong emphasis on outreach and customer service, we are extremely receptive to communication when contacted at shockfestfilmfestival@gmail.com

Shockfest hosts multiple film festivals all year and a submission to Shockfest is a submission to ANY Shockfest event we organize without discrimination, so you COULD screen at every Shockfest Film Festival of the season for you to submit to. Submitting early is ideal to take full advantage of the interactive shows, competitions, livestreams and award opportunities we produce all year! These events lead up to our main big event at the end of the year (THE DATE OF OUR EVENT ON FilmFreeway...WE HOLD MORE SHOCKFEST FILM FESTIVALS BESIDES OUR DECEMBER SHOW!!!)

A SINGLE SUBMISSION GOES EXTREMELY FAR!! SUBMIT TODAY AND ELEVATE YOUR PRODUCTION WITH THE SUPPORT OF THE SHOCKFEST COMMUNITY :)

Below are the award winners and categories for Shockfest 2025...

SHOCKFEST ADVENTURE 2025
BEST FEATURE
Church of Phil

SHOCKFEST ADVENTURE 2025
BEST SHORT
Hairball

SHOCKFEST ADVENTURE 2025
BEST DIRECTOR
Eric Mathis - Infernal

SHOCKFEST ADVENTURE 2025
BEST CINEMATOGRAPHER
Joe Lujan - The Bosk

SHOCKFEST ADVENTURE 2025
BEST WRITER
Stephen King Simmons - Lead Belly

SHOCKFEST ADVENTURE 2025
BEST SCREENPLAY
Daddy Issues - Kyle Langan

SHOCKFEST ADVENTURE 2025
BEST SHORT SCREENPLAY
Sarah - Geoffrey Gould

SHOCKFEST ADVENTURE 2025
BEST ACTOR
David Pasquesi - Killing Chuck

SHOCKFEST ADVENTURE 2025
BEST ACTRESS
Caroline Heinle - I Scream

SHOCKFEST ADVENTURE 2025
BEST DRAMA
Roko Moro

SHOCKFEST ADVENTURE 2025
MOCKFEST AWARD
The MJ MIshap

SHOCKFEST ADVENTURE 2025
BEST HORROR
Infernal

SHOCKFEST ADVENTURE 2025
BEST CULT FILM
A Life With No Future

SHOCKFEST ADVENTURE 2025
BEST SCIFI
The Tower Protocol: Resurrection

SHOCKFEST ADVENTURE 2025
BEST STUDENT FILM
Cracked Screen

SHOCKFEST ADVENTURE 2025
BEST HAUNTED GARAGE FILM
The Dr. Jekyll and Mr. Hyde Rock and Roll Musical

SHOCKFEST ADVENTURE 2025
BEST MUSIC VIDEO
Peace Guitar

SHOCKFEST ADVENTURE 2025
BEST TRAILER
Don't Fvck With Dogs: Justice For Reba

SHOCKFEST ADVENTURE 2025
BEST DOCUMENTARY
Homeless Street Artist

SHOCKFEST ADVENTURE 2025
AUDIENCE AWARD
Under

SHOCKFEST ADVENTURE 2025
CREATIVITY & BUSINESS AWARD
Mad Red Books

(1) Entries must be sent via Secure Online Screener (UNLESS SPECIFIED IN OUR PREFERRED DELIVERY METHOD EMAIL...PLEASE CHECK YOUR EMAILS REGULARLY, WE LOVE TO COMMUNICATE WITH YOU).

(2) Films CAN be tied to a DISTRIBUTION DEAL, The Horror Factory does not discriminate so long as the filmmaker is comfortable with submitting their work.

(3) Participants agree that their film or clips from it and all other material related to their project may be used and/or published in the event program, Shockfest web site and for any promotional purposes which Shockfest deems appropriate.

(4) No viewing tapes and/or promotional materials will be returned to the filmmaker.

(5) If selected, all commercial/private property including all trademark/copyrighted materials shown or recorded on the project is the responsibility of the filmmaker. Shockfest will NOT take responsibility for any infringement of copy written materials.

(6) The cost of delivery and pick-up of all materials is the responsibility of the filmmaker.

(7) Shockfest holds no responsibility for lost or damaged prints. While the utmost care will be taken with regard to prints, it is solely up to the filmmaker to take full responsibility (i.e. insurance). The Shockfest, its officers, directors, volunteers and sponsors are held harmless by filmmaker for all claims financial or otherwise and from any damage to the print in route or otherwise during the course of the Festival's possession of the film; Films submitted may not be subject to any litigation nor threatened by any litigation.

(8) By submitting an entry, filmmaker states that he or she is responsible as an agent to promote the film and that the film is an original work.

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  • Breana Greene

    Shockfest was amazing to participate in and I appreciate them for selecting my film Crayon Box. Their extremely consistent communication and overall professionalism is like no other I've seen for any film festival. They make sure your work feels safe, appreciated, and keep you in the loop for the next exciting announcement their film festival has to offer. Their overall positive energy left a great impression with me and I would definitely recommend them to any filmmakers out there.

    November 2025
  • Great event! Thank you for having us.

    November 2025
  • Shockfest was hands down one of the best festivals we’ve attended this year. We had the privilege of screening our film, The MJ Mishap, in Las Vegas, and even went home with the Best Comedy Award. Everyone involved in the festival was incredibly kind and communicative, especially Matt, who truly made us feel right at home. It’s bittersweet knowing this is Shockfest’s final year, but we’re grateful we got to be there to see it go out with a bang.

    November 2025
  • David Morizot

    Shockfest Film Festival was a great experience with tons of involvement for everyone, Mutlimedia Matt was a fantastic host, and even though it was the last Shocfest, he was very on top of his game. Congratulations to everyone who competed and to the winners, well-deserved! Peace...

    November 2025
  • I love shockfest was amazing. I love you guys forever. One of the most engaging festivals ever.

    November 2025