The Maumee Film Festival celebrates the art of creativity, filmmaking and storytelling. It allows aspiring filmmakers the unique opportunity to see their work projected on a movie screen in the iconic and beautiful Maumee Indoor Theater. The festival also celebrates the city of Maumee, a peaceful community situated along the scenic Maumee River in Northwest Ohio.

Previously, we have accepted short films only, however; we have expanded the event to feature longer running films.

Student Rates apply for Short Film submission fees - please clarify if you are a High School or College Student.

A panel of judges will select the winners in a variety of categories with cash prizes going to the top three winners in each category.

All participants must follow the complete list of terms and conditions set forth on the Maumee Film Festival website. In addition, the Maumee Film Festival reserves the right to use the film for various purposes, which may include but are not limited to:

● promotional photos and/or videos
● bios, photos and/or videos on our websites and/or social media sites for promotional purposes
● printed materials developed and distributed by the Maumee Film Festival.

There is no time­ limit on the validity of this release nor is there any geographic specification of where these materials may be distributed.

I represent and warrant that the video created for submission to the Maumee Film Festival competition is original and does not infringe upon the copyright, trademark, patent or other intellectual property rights of any third party. If the video created for submission to the Maumee Film Festival becomes the subject of a claim, suit, or allegation of copyright, trademark, or patent infringement, the Maumee Film Festival shall have the right, in its sole discretion, to reject or otherwise disqualify the submission.

I agree to indemnify and hold harmless the Maumee Film Festival, its officers, employees, boards and commissions, volunteers and agents from and against any and all claims, actions, costs, judgments, or damages of any type relating to the production or distribution of the video submitted to the Maumee Film Festival.

Films submitted to this festival must adhere to a certain level of rating conformity. Films may not include excessive gore or or material of a sexual nature.

Submissions for the 48 Hr. Film Challenge will adhere to regular safety regulations in the City of Maumee, submissions exhibiting dangerous activity may be excluded from submission to the festival and judging.

Films may be denied entry to the festival and judging for violating the rules and terms above.

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  • LOVED THIS FESTIVAL! The Maumee Film Festival was such an accommodating and welcoming space. Prior to the festival I was able to effectively and quickly communicate with them regarding our personal needs. There were no bad vibes present anywhere, and they gave filmmakers and actors all the space necessary to discuss their films with viewers. I usually don’t leave reviewed, but my experience here made me feel compelled to do so. I know that the Maumee Film Festival will be high (if not the first) on my list of festivals I want to submit to with our next film.

    October 2024
  • I loved the communication of this festival. They lanyards made it very easy as well! I appreciated how the theatre was also so kind and allowed food trucks outside their venue. This was probably my favorite part because other festivals don't tend to have any other options besides theatre condiments so that was a HUGE GREEN FLAG! I am very excited to watch this festival grow and I also appreciated feed back of my films from some of its participants upon my request! absolutely fantastic!

    October 2024
  • Chris Harboldt

    Thank you Maumee Film Festival for putting together a top notch event! The organizers took time out of their busy schedules to answer questions and were very personable. A great way to make connections with other filmmakers. I'd love to come back with my next project.

    October 2024
  • Maumee was one of the first film festivals I had ever attended so you can imagine how excited I was to see it return after a 4 year hiatus. There are plenty of places to stay and things to do around the venue during your visit. The theater is spacious with a well appointed snack bar, there were food trucks just steps away from the building, the fest runners were extremely friendly and welcoming. They took the time to introduce me to other filmmakers and I found it to be a really nice networking opportunity. The step and repeat was well lit which sadly gets overlooked at some fests. The programs were beautiful and well done. I like that they were small enough to fit in my bag but large enough to look nice enough have as a keepsake. My only suggestion would be to have a designated seating area away from the lobby for filmmakers to congregate and talk. Overall, this is a fantastic hometown film festival with great people, awesome networking opportunities and very well organized/curated. They really do so much to make your experience a good one. I’ll definitely be submitting again next year!

    October 2024
  • Tysen D'Eston

    What a tremendously successful reboot for the Maumee Film Festival!! Thank you Sara Eiden, Michael DeSanto and the whole team for making it all happen. Their organization, communication and enthusiasm were stellar up to and including the whole weekend. All screenings took place at the wonderful and historic Maumee Indoor Theater where fruitful networking and discussions could take place. The filmmaker talent level for this up and coming festival was very impressive and inspiring. Film is alive and well in Northwest Ohio and the Maumee Film Festival epitomizes that!

    October 2024
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    Response from festival:

    Thank you for your kind review Tysen!