Get ready for the Cinetopia Film Festival, Ann Arbor's celebration of "the best films from the world's best festivals", happening May 15th -18th! This year, we're on the hunt for Michigan-made short films that showcase the vibrant diversity and incredible talent of our local filmmakers.
Selected shorts will play before Feature Films throughout the festival, with a special spotlight program on Sunday, May 18th, after which, the winners will be revealed during our Closing Night Party.
Submit your film and be a part of this unforgettable cinematic experience!
All Selected Filmmakers will receive free passes to the Cinetopia Shorts Program, the Feature Film their short will be paired with, and the Closing Night Party.
First, Second, and Third place will be determined by a jury appointed by the Programming Team, as well as an additional Audience Favorite Award by vote of the audience during the shorts program. Films are eligible to win both a Jury Prize and the Audience Award.
First Place Prize - $150
Second Place - $100
Third Place - $50
Audience Favorite - $50