The 2026-2027 Monologues & Poetry International Film Fest Screening and Open Mic is pleased to provide a platform for solid word-based performances that skillfully express thoughts, emotions, feelings, anxieties, or humor.

Monologues & Poetry International offers two screenings: a limited live, in-person screening event in Vallejo, CA, and an expanded private, on-demand virtual screening.

Films selected for screening will be announced on social media sites and included on our website.
See notes under Rules & Terms.
We look forward to receiving your submissions.

Categories Include:

Best Monologue/Soliloquy - Under 10 minutes
Best Spoken-Word/Poetry - Under 10 minutes

Extended Version Monologues and Poetry - A maximum of 20 minutes.

We want submitters to think outside the box, use imagination, and be creative. Monologues & Poetry International accepts Monologues, Soliloquies, and Spoken-Word Performances.

Awards & Prizes

Our festival offers jury awards through trophies for First-Place Winners who are U.S. residents only. We do not ship trophies outside the U.S.- No Exceptions!

Any First Place Winner residing outside of the United States will receive upgraded laurels and electronic certificates only, unless you have a United States postal address to receive your trophy. Industry professionals, including Directors of Film, Poets, Casting Directors, and Actors, choose winners. www.MonologuesInternational.com.

Award categories are subject to change. The Monologues International Film Fest reserves the right to move a monologue to a category we feel is more appropriate or not representative of the submission age group.

Rules & Terms

Monologues, Soliloquies, and Spoken-Word Performances up to 10 minutes.
Extended Version Category - A maximum of 20 minutes. A limited selection of long-version performance pieces will be included.

There is no time limit by which the monologues must have been completed. You may submit as often as you like; however, a separate fee is required per each submission.

We accept local, national, and international monologues. The official language of the Festival is English. Non-English-language films must have easily readable English subtitles.

No sexually explicit, inappropriate, or foul language. All monologues should be family-friendly.

Online screeners should be uploaded directly to FilmFreeway or linked to YouTube or Vimeo via FilmFreeway. Monologue submissions must be at least 720p; 1080p or 4k is preferred.

JUDGING

Entries will be judged based on the following criteria: (1) storytelling, (2) visual communication (body language, tone, etc.), (3) Creativity in presentation, and (4) delivery.

Entry fees are non-refundable.

The Monologues & Poetry International Film Fest will NOT be able to help defray travel and lodging costs for those outside the area who wish to attend a live event.

Selections are final, the decision of Monologues & Poetry International Film Fest, and not subject to appeal.

We offer a limited live-in-person screening accompanied by a community poetry open mic, and an expanded private online on-demand screening. We reserve the right to present an online screening only.

Winners will be announced at the end of the screening. They will also be featured on the website and receive publicity enhancement via social media push. Winning monologues will also be screened on Vallejo Community Access Television and other local cable access stations. High-scoring monologues that are non-trophy winners may also be highlighted on the website.

The rules herein are subject to change without prior notice; however, we will make a reasonable effort to inform submitters of any change. We do not guarantee or assume that such intimation will be given. You are responsible for regularly visiting this page to understand, comply with, and be notified of any changes to the rules and guidelines.

Submitters agree to read and accept the rules & regulations for participation. Youths under 18 must have a parent or Guardian submit on their behalf. As a Parent or Guardian of a minor submitting a monologue, you understand and acknowledge that you agree to the terms of this festival on behalf of your child or the child for whom you are legally designated as a Guardian, and that you are allowing your child's monologue to appear on our website. The length of time monologues appear on the website is solely at the discretion of Monologues & Poetry International Film Fest.

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  • Kimberly Reyes

    Fantastic event, worth the trip!

    May 2026
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  • Małgorzata Szyszka

    Thank you very much for your Festival. Greetings from Poland

    April 2026
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  • Ron Campbell

    That was a great festival! A celebration of poetry in film in such a broad variety, plus an open mic in a really cool venue. Great communication, Nice people!

    April 2026
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  • Tawhida Tanya Evanson


    Many thanks to the Monologues & Poetry International Film Fest for choosing my short Culture Starter as an official selection for in-theatre screening. Congratulations to all the filmmakers and to the team for keeping the poetic flame alive.

    April 2025
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    Response from festival:

    Thank you so much!

  • Micha Kunze

    Thank you so much for including our poetry film "Purple Cat" in your wonderful festival! It's great to see that international poetry films are welcome here!

    April 2025
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    Response from festival:

    What a pleasure it was to include your film.