London Festival of Cinema will be December 7, 2024!

At the London Festival of Cinema, our ongoing mission is to champion the work of writers and filmmakers, and this goal has never felt as urgent as it does today. Our film competition has grown year after year, and so have our efforts to serve as an avenue into the ever-evolving entertainment industry.

Known as the “Filmmakers' Festival,” the London Festival of Cinema recognizes the importance of narrative at the core of filmmaking. By celebrating the work of storytellers—those committed to crafting intricate worlds, fully-formed characters, and diverse perspectives—LFOC bolsters its reputation as a champion for the creator.

4 REASONS TO SUBMIT TO THE LONDON FESTIVAL OF CINEMA:

THE SELECTION PROCESS: We take to heart the amount of work put into each film. By submitting your work to LFOC, you’re entering into a dynamic community where new visions and untapped talent can flourish. Beyond production value, budget, and stars, we value the power of a well-told story. The LFOC screening team comprises filmmakers, industry professionals, and staff members passionate about the art of filmmaking and the craft of storytelling. Submit to one of the Academy Award-qualifying short film categories—Narrative, Documentary, or Animated—for a chance to have your work reviewed by industry professionals and considered for the Oscars!

THE NETWORKING OPPORTUNITIES: The festival is a hotspot for networking, with numerous opportunities to connect with key players in the film industry. Meet distributors, agents, producers, and fellow filmmakers in our movie theaters, conference halls, and social events. Many films find distribution deals, and important industry connections are made each year at our festival.

THE CITY: London is a vibrant hub for creativity, culture, and innovation. Known for its rich history, stunning architecture, and diverse cultural scene, the city provides an inspiring backdrop for our festival. From historic landmarks to trendy eateries, there's something for everyone in this cosmopolitan capital.

THE LFOC HUB: LFOC isn’t your average fest. Beyond the screenings, the festival is a thriving hub of filmmakers and supporters. Our parties are where relationships are forged, and subsequent projects are born. There's no hierarchy here—just passionate individuals coming together to celebrate the magic of cinema.

Awards & Prizes

Best Short Film
Best Student Short Film
Best Short Animation
Best Music Video
Best Writing
Best Editing
Best Acting
Best Sound
Best Music
Best Directing

Rules & Terms

No restrictions on your film’s premiere status or online screening status.
- Students will be required to prove a valid ID for films submitted to submitted under the student sections, in order to be considered for Student category awards.
- Shorts must be less than 45 minutes.
- Entries must be in English or subtitled in English.
- Multiple submissions and multiple category submissions are accepted.
- You can submit again your work for the following months.
- Your submission grants London Festival of Cinema permission to use trailers, teasers, film posters and stills for promotional purpose.
- All submissions must provide screener link via FilmFreeway.

- We do not require premiere status.

- The film must be submitted in one Main category before Submitting in SUB CATEGORY or else it will be directly disqualified

COPYRIGHTS

By submitting your film / Screenplay t to our festival you agree that your piece of work (full film, trailer, Script) can be uploaded/embed on our website. The filmmaker/institution that is submitting the film / Script must own the rights to do so and is responsible for the content they are providing. By submitting, the filmmaker allows “London Festival of Cinema” to create a page for their film / Screenplay without infringing the copyright of any kind of form. Filmmakers can make a request to remove the film / Script link at any time.

DISCLAIMER

The applicant agrees to have read and accepted the rules & regulations for participation in the “London Festival of Cinema” The applicant confirms that he/she has the requisite authority or has obtained the requisite authority from the producer/right holder to enter this film in the “London Festival of Cinema” and make available the print for screening. Under NO circumstance, the authorities of “London Festival of Cinema” will not entertain or be answerable to anyone else apart from the applicant.

By submitting your Film / Screenplay to "London Festival of Cinema" via FilmFreeway, you freely and voluntarily give and express your full and complete acceptance of all of the Rules and Regulations.

All entry fees are non-refundable.
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  • Duncan Falconer

    A great festival to be involved in. They kept me up to date throughout the process, and had excellent communication. A really fun, innovative festival I’d highly recommend.

    March 2024
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  • Colin O'Reilly

    Thank you very much for this selection 🙏

    December 2023
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  • Liam Bowering

    Great venue! Great host. Great night!

    December 2023
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