The Red Rose is dedicated to the growth & enrichment of the Central Pennsylvania Film Community.
Through the promotion of independent film, new technologies and continued economic development RR|FF intends to expand tourism, industry education, job creation and better incentives for Pennsylvania Film Production.
This festival recognizes the many voices of filmmakers & innovators across the planet and celebrates their perspectives, cultures and visions.
*Best Picture: The top prize is awarded to best overall feature-length film.
*Best Short Narrative Film: Awarded to the best short film with content specific to character driven or culturally related content. (Both animated and live-action shorts will be considered.)
*Best Documentary: Awarded to the best non-fiction film. (Both features and short docs will be considered.)
*Best Student: Awarded to the best film created by a student(s) who is currently in high school or college (or was enrolled in high school or college in 2022). A valid student ID photo must accompany your submission; please email a picture of your current, valid high school or college ID to info@redrosefilmfestival with your name and film title in the subject line after you submit your film.
*The Red Rose (Local Recognition): Recognition is awarded to the best film directed by a
Lancaster County filmmaker.
* Best Director
* Best Actor
* Best Actress
Prizes will be awarded to each winner of each major category - TBA
(ATTENTION RR|FF wants LOCAL filmmakers from the host county to apply to their appropriate films category. "THE RED ROSE" is a category comprised of FEATURES, DOCS, & NEW MEDIA. "THE RED ROSE" is a recognition award for excellence by a local filmmaker)
NOTE: Films with graphic violence, sex, or language may be disqualified.