The Frights and Fears Horror Festival is a celebration of independent horror cinema, dark storytelling, and genre creativity from filmmakers around the world. Originally established as a community-driven horror festival featuring international film screenings, costume and makeup contests, author panels, vendors, and immersive fan experiences, the festival has now evolved into an exclusive Film Village Streaming
festival event focused on expanding opportunities for independent horror creators.

Dedicated to showcasing bold voices in horror, suspense, psychological thrillers, supernatural stories, creature features, experimental horror, and underground genre filmmaking, Frights and Fears provides filmmakers with a platform that extends far beyond a traditional festival weekend. Through its integration with Film Village Streaming, selected films are offered opportunities for non-exclusive film distribution, allowing creators to maintain ownership and flexibility while gaining access to worldwide streaming audiences through the Film Village network.

In addition to digital and live festival screenings, participating filmmakers may be featured in filmmaker interviews, creator spotlights, behind-the-scenes discussions, and curated streaming showcases designed to amplify visibility and audience engagement year-round. The festival continues to embrace horror culture through community interaction, fan-centered experiences, and support for independent artists while building a global destination where genre filmmakers can connect, promote their work, and grow their audience internationally.

AWARDS:
Best Film Feature
Best Film Short
Best Kill
Best Director
Best Original Score
Best Cinematography

SELECTION OF WINNERS & PRIZES

FILMS WILL BE SELECTED BY THE FILM VILLAGE JURY ALONG WITH THE FESTIVAL PROGRAMMER & PRODUCER. FROM THESE SELECTED FILMS THE FRIGHTS AND FEARS AWARDS WILL BE PRESENTED.

FILM VILLAGE IS NOT LIABLE NOR WILL BE HELD RESPONSIBLE IF COPYRIGHTED MATERIALS OR UNAUTHORIZED MATERIALS ARE INCLUDED IN THE FILM. IT IS THE SOLE RESPONSIBILITY OF THE APPLICANT TO SECURE PROPER PERMISSION FROM THE COPYRIGHT HOLDER OF MUSIC, STOCK FOOTAGE OR ANY OTHER MATERIAL WHICH COULD VIOLATE ANOTHER ENTITY’S COPYRIGHT OR EXCLUSIVE USE OF THE MATERIAL.

FILM SUBMISSION NOTES

 FILMS MUST HAVE BEEN COMPLETED WITHIN THE LAST THREE (3) YEARS
 IF YOUR FILM IS SELECTED, YOU MUST PROVIDE A HIGH RES MP4
 ALL NON-ENGLISH FILMS MUST HAVE ENGLISH SUBTITLES BURNED INTO THE FILM
 NO EDITS OR CHANGES WILL BE MADE IN FILMS BY FILM VILLAGE FOR ANY REASON
 FILM VILLAGE RESERVES THE RIGHT TO INVITE FILMS
 THE SUBMISSION OF ALL FILMS REPRESENTS AN AGREEMENT TO THE POLICIES SET FORTH IN THE RELEASE FORM AND THE SUBMISSION GUIDELINES

I hereby agree to permit my film to be screened at the Frights and Fears Horror Festival. I am the sole owner of all legal rights and title and have the authority to submit the enclosed materials to Film Village. I guarantee that all rights necessary for a film festival screening have been obtained.

I will indemnify and hold harmless the Film Village, individually and collectively, from and against all claims, demands, losses, damages, judgments, liabilities and expenses (including, but not limited to attorney’s fees and costs of the court) which may be incurred by reason of any claim involving copyright, trademark, publicity, screening, credits, and loss of or damage to the screening materials entered.

I understand that, unless otherwise specified, Film Village provides no financial compensation for any exhibition of my work.

Film Village reserves the right to use the submitted publicity information, photos, and excerpts in its marketing and publicity, including online formats, for the festival and any other uses related to the promotion of the festival.

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  • Markham Samuels

    Thanks so much FRIGHTS & FEARS HORROR FESTIVAL for having us as part of the festival! It was wonderful join the film festival this season, thanks again from everyone on the "Firecrow" team :)

    November 2025
  • Cynthia Bergen

    Thank you! Official Selection, A Town Full of Ghosts. All Stars! Keep up the good work! Cynthia Bergen, #nosleepfilms

    October 2022
  • Tito Fernandes

    Brilliant festival and an honour to be apart of.

    October 2022
  • Lars Einar Skageberg

    Great festival and great communication. Thanks for letting us be part of your festival with our short "On the Inside"!

    October 2022
  • B.L. Strang-Moya

    The festival had an incredibly curated selection. Quality content across the board. An admittedly small operation, but it was great to see so many filmmakers engaged in the event. I certainly hope to attend again.

    October 2022