Our photos and award ceremony videos prove we have one of the most fun festivals in Florida! With well-known and highly respected guest speakers, Beyond does its' due diligence in the area of short and feature film, but this festival has puts emphasis on Writers and Actors and Directors!
WRITER'S TRACK- daily classes from professionals writers for writers at any point in their career, plus a writer's showcase!
ACTOR'S TRACK- daily classes from professional actors and acting coaches, plus an entire try-out, casting and filmed performance to use in your reel, plus the opportunity to win lots of prizes including free head-shots, reel editing, and networking with industry leaders.
DIRECTOR'S TRACK- daily classes from working directors offering their knowledge in the area of short and feature film, plus distribution plans and advise.
Due to venue size constraints, we will only show Short Films that advance to the Finals. No Full Length Feature Films will be shown unless a representative is present.
Trophies will be presented to the first place winners (in the USA), with certificates handed to second and third places at our awards ceremony. Laurels are available for ALL entrants unable to attend in person but who have become official selections, semi-finalists, finalists and winners. This year, we will need to charge for mailing of your trophy. The trophy is free, but shipping costs have made it prohibitive to provide at no cost. Of course, the best way to get your trophy is to attend the festival in September! You do not need to be an Official Selection to attend the festival. Each submission will undergo a process that includes the potential to advance to:
Quarter Finals
Semi-Finals (12 submissions will be chosen for this category)
Finals. (6 submissions will be chosen for this category)
Honorable Mention
3rd Place
2nd Place
1st Place