General Rules
• Films must be submitted by the stated deadline. Late entries will not be accepted unless agreed in advance by the organisers.
• Submitting a film constitutes permission for Queer Bath to use the filmmaker’s name, film title, stills and clips for promotional and publicity purposes relating to the event.
• Submissions are open to filmmakers of any nationality from any country.
• Multiple submissions are permitted, but each film must be submitted separately.
• The organisers reserve the right to reject any entry at their discretion.
• The organisers reserve the right to amend these guidelines if necessary.
• Submission of a film confirms the entrant’s acceptance of these rules and guidelines.
Film Eligibility
• Films must have a total running time of no more than 20 minutes, including credits.
* Filmmakers must be aged between 18-30
• Films must have been completed in 2024, 2025 or 2026.
• Films must engage with LGBTQ+ stories, themes, experiences or perspectives. This may include films made by LGBTQ+ filmmakers, films featuring LGBTQ+ characters, or films that explore queer culture, history or identity.
• Films of any genre will be considered.
• All submitted films must be the original work of the filmmaker submitting them.
• Where a film is based on another piece of work, it is the responsibility of the filmmaker to obtain any required permissions or copyright clearances from the original author or rights holder.
• Films based on existing works must be clearly indicated in the submission.
Selection
• Selected films will be curated by the Queer Bath programming team for inclusion in the Queer Bath Short Film Showcase at the Holburne Museum.
• The programme aims to present a diverse range of LGBTQ+ voices, perspectives and storytelling approaches.
• Due to programme constraints, not all submitted films can be selected.
• The organisers’ programming decisions are final.
Screening Agreement
By submitting a film, entrants agree that:
• If selected, their film may be screened as part of the Queer Bath programme at the Holburne Museum.
• The organisers will make reasonable efforts to present the film as supplied and credit the filmmaker appropriately.
• The filmmaker confirms they hold the necessary rights for the film to be publicly screened.
* Filmmakers that are selected are encouraged to introduce their film during the festival or nominate another to do so on their behalf
