The **International Motion Picture Film Festival (IMPFF)**, a distinguished event celebrated in New Jersey, USA, holds the honor of being an IMDB-accredited festival.

Brought to life by **What On Earth Productions LLC**, the IMPFF is not just an annual event; it's a lifeline for filmmakers navigating the challenging waters of the film industry. It's a platform that not only spotlights but also venerates the dedication behind every frame, offering filmmakers the recognition they richly deserve.

For the victors in each Feature Category, the festival offers an extraordinary prize: a chance to be featured on **Hamilton Radio** and **IHeartRadio**. It's an unparalleled opportunity to amplify your voice, share your vision, and celebrate your team's collective spirit. Broadcasting the essence of your film to a global audience, this spotlight ensures that your hard work receives the applause it truly deserves. So, don't hesitate—take the next step and illuminate your journey. Let your cast and crew revel in the recognition they've earned!

The **International Motion Picture Film Festival (IMPFF)**, also known as IMPFF, is a prestigious international film festival designed to provide filmmakers with a platform to showcase their work. Whether you're a creator of short films, documentaries, or features, IMPFF welcomes submissions of any genre.

Our mission at IMPFF is clear: we curate the best in short films, documentaries and features from around the globe. Our online platform serves as a hub where these exceptional works are promoted and presented to a global audience.

Mark your calendars! The winners of our **2025 Festival** will be unveiled on **April 20th, 2025**. The venue for this exciting event is none other than **Smodcastle Cinemas**, located in **Atlantic Highlands, New Jersey**—owned by the renowned actor **Kevin Smith** from the iconic movie *Clerks*.

But that's not all! Our esteemed panel of judges includes industry luminaries who bring their expertise and discerning eyes to the evaluation process:

- **Gene Pierro**: Owner of Hamilton Radio
- **Reuben Rodriguez**: Ironhorse Films and Cinekan.net
- **Bobby Ciasulli**: Known for "Real Housewives of New Jersey" (Season 6). Producer and actor of *Anemone*, as well as director of *The Gilbert Diaries - The Movie*.
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**Frank Modica**: Associated with "Gotham" and "The Irishman." A versatile talent—producer, director, writer, and actor of *The Gilbert Diaries - The Movie*.
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**Paul Venier**: Comedian, director, and actor in *The Gilbert Diaries - The Movie*.
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**Cheryl Dobbins**: Part of "The Streetz 2" and *The Gilbert Diaries - The Movie*.
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**Fran Cernera**: Involved in "The Streetz," "Moth," and "Keys."

Stay tuned for additional judge announcements—they'll be revealed right here!


Awards are given in various categories and are presented at the end of the festival. All juried awards are at the discretion of the judges. Winners need not be present to receive an award.

We are an accredited IMDB Film Festival

Laurels for Officially selected films and winners, "Digital Certificate " for all winners. Certificates for 1st place winners selected for each category.

In addition, 1st Place Winners of all Features will win a spot on Hamilton Radio and IHeart Radio to get interviewed and tell the world about yourself and your film. Your cast can also join you!  More goodies coming soon!

Film Categories:

Best New Jersey Feature

Best New Jersey Short

Best Feature

Best Short

Best Horror/Thriller

Best Comedy Feature

Best Comedy Short

Best Documentary Feature
Best Documentary Short

* AWARD and OFFICIAL CERTIFICATE for the "BEST OF"

* Complimentary digital Certificates for all our winners.

* Media coverage on our social media platforms and websites to professionals in the Industry

* Promotional laurels

* Our judges are filmmakers, Directors, and Actors who understand your hard work

1- In order to submit a film, you must own the rights or have permission from the owner.
2- The Festival relationship will exclusively be related to the film submitter.
3- Any Foreign film that is not in English must have English subtitles.
4- All fees are non-refundable.
5- IMPFF will not be responsible for damaged copies.
6- Not all the submissions are selected for the official competition. Our Judges are free to make their own choices and no answers will be given about not selected films.
7- IMPFF can consider any film to be disqualified if the festival considers the content inappropriate.
8- Filmmakers can submit the film in multiple categories in order to become a multi-award film. Still, the decision about the selection is strictly determined by our judgement team.
9- Dates and Place of any Event can be changed
10- No political films
11- Submitting to the festival for consideration is not a guarantee of being programmed
12- Acceptance Encode settings include MP4, DCP, H264, with resolution no bigger than bigger than 2K (We do not accept ProRes or H265)
13- By submitting a film, the submitter grants International Motion Picture Film Festival the right to screen the film at the festival and use clips, still images, and/or information from the film for promotional purposes.
14- The submitter confirms that all the submitted information is correct and truthful.
15- The submitter confirms that they have read and understood the festival's Rules and Terms.
16- The applicants (submitters) must accept Rules and Terms.

PLEASE NOTE: if any category does not meet the standard deemed award worthy by the judging committee, it's possible that there will be no award announced in that category.

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  • I was greatly honored to have my comedy short The Window Washer selected for screening, and received the kindest words of encouragement from Frank Modica and the entire staff. The Snodgrass Cinema venue is also unique, and I look fwd to submitting again soon.

    April 2024
  • I am so honored and grateful for my film “And Somehow Now…” to be in this amazing festival and to win Best Narrative Short. Everyone involved in this festival has been so supportive! I really feel like I am a part of something special. Thank you!

    April 2024
  • Peter Panagos

    Was an honor to be an official selection! The festival gives wonderful feedback and great tips. Can't wait to be part of it again one day!

    May 2023
  • Excellent festival. Professional and efficient.

    May 2023