#GLCFF2024 is an IN-PERSON EVENT, with a possible supplemental virtual event planned. Submit your film TODAY!

The Great Lakes Christian Film Festival is the LARGEST faith-based film festival in New York State!

We've confirmed the venue and dates for
#GLCFF2024
October 17-20, 2024.
Bread of Life Church
1638 South Park Ave,
Buffalo, NY 14220

Looking forward to seeing you!

View some trailers: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=K9gc9cI2a_Q&list=PLJAxC3ENqnWxrOpX9NqgK8dZLdu3CHtkM

We are giving several awards and cash prizes for winners and nominees. Prize amounts will depend on participation. $500 will be awarded to the top film of the festival. Trophies will be given to the top categories, as well as medallions for other awards. Vouchers and discounts will also be redeemable for future entries and attendances for all nominees.

See all of our past nominees and winners on our website: https://glcff.com/films/

First of all I want to thank you for taking the time to create wonderful art and submitting it to our festival. Our team looks at every project critically and intently. We love what we do and enjoy the reviewing process just as much as the event itself. As we have done in the past, we will be selecting many of the projects as official selections, but not every project meets our criteria.

The biggest thing is this is a CHRISTIAN Film Festival. What does that mean? For starters, this is a festival for Christian Filmmakers or anyone looking to submit a Christian-themed film. The target audience is for the whole family. Some projects, such as Passion of the Christ, might be graphic or unsuitable for children under 14 years old. We suggest you please give us warning as to the content of the film so we can categorize it differently than a general audience rating. Adult situations like Nudity and Strong Language is NOT allowed for screening the film at the festival, though there may be nominations and awards given for a project. The idea is to provide indie Christian Filmmakers an outlet and possible success full-time, as well as, opportunities for veteran movie industry folks to network, mentor, and inspire the next generation film stars and moguls.

Submissions will be accepted via digital formats and prefer all entrees on Vimeo if possible. Films can also be uploaded to FilmFreeway. YouTube should be the last option for submitting, but will not disqualify. All YouTube and Vimeo links should not be accessible to the public (unlisted/password protected). Screening preference is given to films not already distributed (DVD, Amazon, Pureflix, etc). Films older than three years as of the event date would less likely to be screened. This festival is intended to spotlight the newest projects possible.

Some Official Selections may be nominated and possibly win, but not all will be screened at our event. We will do everything we can to give all Official Selections screen time, but priority scheduling will go to those submissions that are represented by the Producer, Director, Actors, etc. a the event. We want to serve our audience better by having someone available for inquiries. Passes for you and your team are available at a discount. Please let us know if you are attending as soon as possible, so we can plan for your arrival.

Thanks again for allowing us to be a part of your history.

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  • I am so honored to have worked with Great Lakes Film Festival for my series The Last Evangelist. In my 30 yrs career of over 50 films, this recognition is among my best achievements. I believe in the freedom of filmmaking and film promotion and Great Lakes Film Festival helps make that possible. I’ve never been so moved by someone’s authenticity as I am with Shawn Patrick Greene’s. His heart truly beats for the King of Kings.

    December 2024
  • Chris M. Johnston

    Hats off to Shawn Greene and his team for a fantastic festival. I really enjoyed my time learning, networking and watching films with everyone. Bravo!

    December 2024
  • Tom Anastasi

    The GLCFF is an exceptional place to Network and share works. There is an extensive Q&A period and a lot of chance to meet fellow filmmakers. The quality of the chosen films is exceptional - and the awards ceremony at the end if first-rate. I highly recommend this festival to anyone with a Christian-oriented film.

    October 2024
  • Dawn Reavis

    Attending the Great Lakes Christian Film Festival was an incredible experience that left me feeling refreshed and deeply encouraged. From the moment I arrived, the festival’s warmth and sense of community .
    I had the pleasure of meeting talented, like-minded creatives who shared their wisdom and passion.

    The workshops were particularly helpful, offering practical insights that I can take back and apply to my own projects. I was honored to have All for You screened among such meaningful work, and the support and feedback I received were truly humbling. Thank you, Great Lakes Christian Film Festival, for a memorable, inspiring experience.
    I can’t wait to return!

    October 2024
  • Anthony T. Green

    Great Festival, amazing people and informative films.

    October 2024