The Endless Mountains Film Festival (EMFF) is dedicated to discovering and celebrating new voices in filmmaking. Set against the scenic backdrop of Wellsboro, Pennsylvania, the festival combines the charm of a small town with the energy of an international film gathering, offering filmmakers a professional platform to showcase their work and connect with audiences.

At EMFF, we know how much dedication it takes to bring a film from page to screen—which is why we treat every submission with care and respect. Every film is screened in full by our programming team, ensuring that your work receives the attention it deserves.

Beyond screenings, the festival creates a dynamic filmmaker experience, including:

Industry panels & workshops with professionals who share insights into filmmaking, distribution, and beyond.

Networking events & parties, providing opportunities to meet fellow filmmakers, collaborators, and industry guests.

A welcoming, supportive environment designed to help filmmakers get the most out of their festival journey.

🌟 Benefits for Selected Films

Each film officially selected for EMFF enjoys exclusive perks designed to maximize both exposure and filmmaker experience:

Discounts on concessions, hotels, and travel to and from the festival.

Two VIP passes granting full access to all screenings, panels, parties, networking events, and our Opening & Closing Night Galas.

Multiple screenings of your film—because we want as many people as possible to see your work.

Eligibility for cash prizes and awards in your film’s respective category.

A convenient festival layout—everything is within walking distance in the picturesque downtown of Wellsboro, offering restaurants, bars, shopping, attractions, and lodging just steps away from the theatre.

📍 Why EMFF?

The Endless Mountains Film Festival is more than a film event—it’s a community. We aim to be the festival that not only supports your current project but also encourages your future ones. With a mix of creative energy, professional resources, and small-town hospitality, EMFF offers filmmakers an unforgettable festival experience.

We can’t wait to see your film on our screens and welcome you to Wellsboro!

Awards & Prizes

Best Documentary (Feature) $1500 + Trophy
Best Documentary (Short): $750 + Trophy
Best Narrative Feature $1500 + Trophy
Best Narrative Short $750 + Trophy
Best Animation Short $500 + Trophy
Best Experimental Short $500 + Trophy
Jury Prize Best of Fest (Short): Trophy
Jury Prize Best of Fest (Feature): Trophy
Best Unproduced Screenplay (Feature): Trophy
Best Student Film Short: Trophy
Best Director (Short): Trophy
Best Director (Feature): Trophy
Best Actor (Short): Trophy
Best Actress (Short): Trophy
Best Actor (Feature): Trophy
Best Actress (Feature): Trophy

1st Place Best Un-produced Screenplay: 2 VIP passes to attend the film festival

*All prizes are awarded at the discretion of the festival.

Rules & Terms

Submitting your Film:

 All films must be submitted no later than May/June 2026.
 Please submit all films through FilmFreeway.com.
 Entry Fee is paid through FilmFreeway.com.
 All films must be in English. If your film is in another language other than English please include English subtitles.
 Short films should be no longer than 30 minutes.
 All Student film entries must be accompanied by a valid student id. Please email us at info@endlessmountainsfilmfest.com.
 All entrants will be notified by the first/second week of July 2025 as to their inclusion in the festival.
 All entrants selected will receive a two complimentary VIP passes.
 All entrants not selected will receive one VIP pass if they wish to attend.
 All award winners must be present to receive their awards. Cash prizes and awards will not be mailed.
 Once a film is accepted a digital copy of your film must be made available to download. Hightail, dropbox, Youtube, and VIMEO(preferred) are acceptable. If you are unable to digitally upload your film please contact us at info@endlessmountainsfilmfest.com. Must be an MP4.
 We do not accept works in progress.
 The Endless Mountains Film Festival strongly encourages female filmmakers and minority filmmakers to submit their films for inclusion into the festival.
 Upon acceptance into the festival, filmmakers agree to allow the Endless Mountains Film Festival to use footage from their respective films for the SOLE purpose of marketing the festival and any associated events.
 Upon acceptance into the festival, additional instructions will be emailed.
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  • Burr Beard

    Though I did not make it to the festival I am very appreciative for being selected!

    November 2018
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  • Amr Al-hariri

    “Endless Mountains Film Festival ” is a very competitive festival that can grant credibility to the veteran film makers. Yet the judges have an open mind when it comes to new out of the box projects that are very creative, innovative, and artistic.
    Add to that, organizers and staff exhibit excellent communication at every stage.
    Highly recommended.

    September 2018
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  • Mac McStravick

    Great communication, and effort to keep Submitter informed. Enjoyed

    September 2017
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    Response from festival:

    Thanks, Mac!

  • Bonnie Harper

    We really enjoyed EMFF. While we have shown films in many locations, it was our first time to PA and it didn't disappoint. Really charming town with friendly people. The venue was spacious and seeing our film on a big screen at an actual movie theater was just fantastic and we really had opportunities to mix with other filmmakers as well as the locals. The organizers also had cool swag too! We are already planning what to submit for a return next year.

    September 2017
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    Response from festival:

    Thank you, Bonnie! We loved getting to meet you and screening "The Man In the Room"!

  • Christian Strevy

    We had a great time at this festival. Super friendly for filmmakers, interesting line up of films, great small town of Wellsboro, lots of great hiking in the area!

    September 2017
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    Response from festival:

    Thanks, Christian! We loved screening "Gunner Jackson"!