Now in its thirteenth year, the Northeast Film Festival showcases top independent films from filmmakers, as well as new talent. The diverse array of films, selected by a committee, includes features and shorts from all genres, as well as documentaries and screenplays. The festival is hosted in Teaneck New Jersey at the historic Teaneck Cinemas; with planned parties to kick off the festival in style and spirit. In addition, we offer an atmosphere for the film enthusiast to interact with filmmakers as well as filmmakers being able to interact and network with each other and industry professionals.

The festival includes after parties, to offer opportunities for interacting and networking with other filmmakers, actors, and film festival goers. In past years, Harry Lennix, Lloyd Kaufman, Danny Roebuck, Matthew Modine, Vinnie Pastore, David Harris, Robert Clohessy, Brian O'Halloran, Fatima Ptacek, Gianni Russo, Duane Whitaker, Jefferson White, producers from NBC, among many others attended the festival's after parties (and festival).

All winners receive a trophy presented during our awards gala.

NORTHEAST FILM FESTIVAL RULES AND REGULATIONS

1. Northeast Film Festival competition categories are open to the United States and International entries.
2. All entries must submit preview screeners on DVD (NTSC) or Blu-Ray or via online through FilmFreeway. Any other method must receive prior approval from the festival.
3. Foreign language entries must have English language subtitles.
4. Entries must have been completed in the past 3 years.
5. Applicants may submit as many entries as they wish, as long as each entry has a separate entry form and fee.
6. Entries must include contact information, submission tracking #, and both an email address and phone number if possible, on all DVD and Blu-Ray submissions.
7. For DVD and Blu-Ray submissions, please submit in sturdy containers and/or bubble wrap to avoid damage. No fiber filled envelopes. DVD and Blu-Ray submissions will not be returned to the submitters.
8. Northeast Film Festival has the right to screen any film or projects submitted to the Northeast Film Festival without paying screening fees.
9. In order to receive an award trophy, the project's producer or director must be present, unless a physical festival is not held.
10. If officially selected, it is the responsibility of the submitter to send the festival their film in DVD or Blu-Ray format.
11. Screening copies will not be returned to the submitter, unless a pre-paid return mailer is included.
12. All decisions made by the festival are final and at their discretion.

Payments can be made through FilmFreeway by credit card, or by check or money order. If payment is not made by credit card through FilmFreeway, the submission must also include a check or money order of the appropriate funds made out to: Northeast Film Festival or NEFF. Send all materials to: Northeast Film Festival, PO Box 2026. Teaneck, NJ 07666. Submission fees are non-refundable.

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  • Always a wonderful time at the Northeast Film Fest. So well run and many wonderful films. Met so many talented filmmakers. Plus the Teaneck Cinema is such a great venue in a beautiful town. Much thanks to Larry Rosen and everyone involved.

    October 2024
  • Stephen Wallis

    A really nice festival with incredibly great people. I went with Matthew Modine for our film "The Martini Shot" and we both had a wonderful time.

    September 2024
  • Rachel Thomas-Medwid

    We had an amazing time at Northeast Film Festival this year...loved the interviews, the after parties, and all the details to attention. Thrilled to have Fenwick screen plus the bonus of three nominations and a win..thank you so much! Larry clearly cares about the filmmakers, which is such a huge part of a successful festivals...we look forward to attending again in the future!

    September 2024
  • Jill Greene

    Everything about this festival is so well thought out and filmmaker-centric. Beautiful theater with a well curated lineup. Plenty of networking opportunities and free after parties with food. Red Carpet. I got to be interviewed about my film. You can tell the festival director is passionate about indie films and works hard to put together an memorable event for everyone attending. Glad I was able to premiere my film here.

    September 2024
  • BETSY REGUS

    Larry and the team were very well prepared and their communication skills were excellent. As a former volunteer from the previous 2 years, I think this year yet was the best year yet! I am so honored to have shown at Northeast Film Festival!

    September 2024