Submissions Now Open
Submissions are now open for the 2019 edition of the PROMO MAGAZINE Short Film Festival.

We are looking for filmmakers who are driving film forward through inspirational and innovative works. Whether you are an established or emerging practitioner, we want to hear from you.

We accept submissions to 11 genres short film as well as narrative and documentary features, 360 film and VR and immersive experiences. The Official Selection of films will be showcased in New York May 18th, 2019 with prizes being awarded for Best Film in each category. This is an excellent opportunity to showcase your work to an international audience of filmmakers, industry delegates and film fans.

Please read the following information carefully before submitting your film. When you are ready to do so, you can submit your film here

Awards & Prizes

Awards for Festival Winner ($500), Best Film in each category.
Editorial in Promo Magazine and on Promo Magazines online channels

Rules & Terms

Submission Guidelines
Short films should have a maximum running time of 30 minutes.
Feature films are considered to have a runtime of 60 minutes or over.
There is no premiere requirement We will consider films that have screened at other festivals both nationally and internationally.
There is no required completion date for screening, however entries completed in the past 3 years are preferred.
Only submissions through our online entry platforms will be considered.
Your entry form must include your name, address, telephone number and email so that we can contact you.
Your film must not be in breach of any copyright, including music or sound used in your film.
The link to your video included in your submission form must not expire.
All films must be English language, dubbed into English or subtitled in English.
Promo Magazine is unable to grant waiver requests.