Unleash your creative vision at the 21AM International Film Festival in Rome, where filmmakers from every corner of the globe converge to showcase their talent and elevate their craft. This is more than just a festival; it's a launchpad for your cinematic journey. Whether you’re an emerging artist or a seasoned filmmaker, 21AM IFF is your chance to shine on an international stage!

As an IMDb Qualifying Event, our festival offers unparalleled opportunities for recognition, networking, and growth. Imagine spending an unforgettable day in Rome, surrounded by passionate filmmakers and industry leaders, all while your work is evaluated by a panel of esteemed judges who share your commitment to cinematic excellence.

We are hungry for films that push boundaries, challenge conventions, and ignite conversations. No matter the scale of your production, if your story has the power to captivate and inspire, it belongs at 21AM IFF.

This is your moment to gain international exposure, with distribution representatives and national press ready to amplify your voice. The 21AM International Film Festival is the cultural event you cannot afford to miss—an essential gathering for filmmakers seeking to broaden their horizons, connect with like-minded professionals, and leave a mark on the world of cinema.

Don’t let this opportunity pass you by. Submit your project today and join us in Rome for an extraordinary celebration of film. We can’t wait to see what you’ve created!

Awards & Prizes

All our Official Selection films will receive the Official Laurel.

Winners for each category will be announced during the event as well as the winner of the AUDIENCE AWARD. Winning films for each category will receive their Certificate of Achievement.

OFFICIAL CATEGORIES:
Best Short Film
Best Short Film Director
Best Actress in a Short Film
Best Actor in a Short Film
Best Supporting Actress in a Short Film
Best Supporting Actor in a Short Film
Best Original Screenplay (Feature Length/Short)
Best Adapted Screenplay (Feature Length/Short)
Best Cinematography in a Short Film
Best Production Design in a Short Film
Best Editing in a Short Film
Best Original Score in a Short Film
Best Original Song in a Short Film
Best Costume Design in a Short Film
Best Makeup and Hairstyling in a Short Film
Best Sound Design in a Short Film
Best Visual Effects in a Short Film
Best Stunt in a Short Film
Best Animation Short
Best Documentary Short
Best Music Video
Best Student Short

Rules & Terms

1 - In order to submit a film, you must own the rights or have permission from the owner.

2 - All fees are non-refundable.

3 - The Festival relationship will exclusively be related to the film submitter.

4 - Maximum length allowed is 40 minutes.

5 - Any film that is not in English must have English subtitles.

6 - 21AM INTERNATIONAL FILM FESTIVAL will not be responsible for damaged copies.

7 - A DCP copy will be requested for the live Events
DCP in other languages must have English subtitles.
8 - Students must present a valid Student ID in order to receive our student discount.

9 - Not all the submissions are selected for the Official Competition. Our Judges are free to make their own choices and no answers will be given about not selected films.

10 - 21AM INTERNATIONAL FILM FESTIVAL can consider any film to be disqualified if the festival considers the content inappropriate.

11 - Filmmakers must submit their project in any of the Official Competitions. All films submitted in any OFFICIAL COMPETITION categories will be considered in all Technical & Performance Categories with no extra cost. Please attach artist name and discipline at the custom form when submitting your film.

12 - A fee is required for the official Competitions Submission. For payment structure visit FilmFreeway.

13 - Submitting your movie, you authorize 21AM INTERNATIONAL FILM FESTIVAL to use, distribute and share the film poster, trailer, synopsis and movie stills in our social media.

14 - The applicants (submitters) must accept 21AM INTERNATIONAL FILM FESTIVAL’s Rules and Terms.

15 - When submitting your film, you are consenting to our Privacy Policy. We are committed to respecting each filmmaker's preferences. We might contact you through your email or social media provided in the submission page to communicate updates on your submission status, screening requirements, events ticket confirmation, as well as to provide information about events, services, promotions that we think you might be interested in. You can unsubscribe from any marketing or advertising newsletter from us or any partner festival simply by clicking unsubscribe.
Even when unsubscribing from a marketing newsletter, you can still receive any communication regarding your submission status through the FilmFreeway system. For more information about our associated event, please refer to 21amstudio.com/festival. If you need further information, please contact us via info@21amstudio.com, and we will be happy to help you.