The Big Sur Film Festival is a monthly online independent short film competition.
We are based in the beautiful artist community of Big Sur, California.
Our goal is to promote and showcase emerging filmmakers. We believe every story deserves to be told and we want to provide that opportunity.
Each month, our jury made up of local artists and filmmakers selects the winners through private screenings. Monthly winners will have the option to be featured on our official website/instagram (with filmmakers consent) and be qualified to participate in our live festival in the fall.
Each month, Big Sur Film Festival will award the best projects through private screenings.
Every submitter can enter multiple categories in order to increase their chances to receive an award.
Every Official Selection will receive our Official Laurel.
All WINNERS will additionally have the option to purchase one of our beautiful Big Sur Film Festival trophy.
* PLEASE NOTE: The Best Indie Short category also acts as a qualifier for our yearly, in-person festival. Please add this category along with your other submissions if you would like to be considered.