Queen City Shout

Submissions are open only to filmmakers currently residing in the state of Missouri.
At least one key creative (Director, Writer, or Producer) must be a Missouri resident.
Proof of residency (e.g., state ID, utility bill, or student ID for student filmmakers) may be required.

Films must be submitted via FilmFreeway only.

Accepted genres: Narrative, Documentary, Experimental, Animation, Music Video, Student Films. Works-in-progress are not accepted unless explicitly approved in writing.

Short Films must have a minimum duration of 1 minute and a maximum of 35 minutes.

World Premiere status is not required.

We do not accept submissions that contain AI generated content.

Judging is performed by a curated panel of Missouri filmmakers, educators, and festival programmers. All decisions made by the selection committee are final.

Filmmakers may submit multiple entries, but each must have its own submission fee. No waivers will be given except at the discretion of festival leadership.

By submitting, the filmmaker confirms they own all rights to their film and have secured all necessary permissions for music, likenesses, and copyrighted content. The festival is permitted to use stills, trailers, and clips (up to 30 seconds) for festival promotion.

Submission fees are non-refundable under any circumstances. The festival is not responsible for damaged or lost materials. Submission implies acceptance of all festival rules and terms.