AISFF is an event for fledgling filmmakers from around the world to show and grow their craft. AISFF will also be a great event for networking and exchanging ideas. There will be a lot of parties, workshops and speakers.


13 -18 Year Olds
Best Animation Short
Best Documentary Short
Best Documentary Feature
Best Narrative Short
Best Narrative Feature
Best Music Video
Best Comedy

18 & Up
Best Animation Short
Best Documentary Short
Best Documentary Feature
Best Narrative Short
Best Narrative Feature
Best Music Video
Best Comedy

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If this film is accepted into AISFF 2023, filmmakers grant AISFF the non-exclusive right to right to show, distribute and market their film in its entirety as AISFF sees fit, including but not limited to packaging and inclusion in sponsorship deals and other business activities related to AISFF. This also includes but is not limited to presenting films as part of the AISFF online festival promotions, Best of AISFF at other film festivals and other screenings, showcases or distribution with 3rd party partners. Exceptions and requests to opt out will be granted only by written request and must be made prior to acceptance into the festival or when the film obtains other distribution that would prohibit any aspect of this.

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Filmmakers understand and acknowledge that, if they are under 18 years of age, that a parent or guardian must agree to the terms of this Filmmaker/Guardian/Representative Release on their behalf. As a Parent or Guardian of a minor filmmaker, if applicable, they understand and acknowledge all of the above.