We're thrilled to invite filmmakers from all over to submit their work.

The Reedy Reels Film Festival is all about celebrating the art of filmmaking and championing independent creators, especially those right here in the Upstate of South Carolina and the Southeast Region. Our goal is to connect with the community, spark an appreciation for film, and give local talent a fantastic platform. By showcasing a wide variety of films, we help filmmakers inspire audiences and team up with new collaborators.

Come join us for a weekend packed with creativity, innovation, and incredible stories. Whether you're a filmmaker, a film buff, or just looking for some inspiration, the Reedy Reels Film Festival promises an unforgettable experience. Our festivities include a huge kickoff party, a Saturday happy hour, films from our South Carolina Indie Grants filmmakers, dozens of incredible films and their creators, several educational sessions, and so much more.

Don't miss out! Submit your film today and become part of a lively community that truly values and supports independent filmmaking. This is your chance to discover and be discovered!

Awards given for:
Best Short Film (up to 40 minutes)
Best Documentary (up to 40 minutes)
Best College Student Film
Best High School Student Film
Best Animation
Best Comedy
Best Drama
Best Horror
Best Music Video
Best Creative Commercial
Best South Carolina Upstate Film (Local)
Best South East Regional Film (SC, NC, TN, GA)
People's Choice Film
Reedy Reels Film of Distinction (Selected by our Lead Team)

GENERAL RULES for all Entries

No mail-in submissions accepted. Only online submissions.

The films must include English subtitles (unless the spoken language is English).

X-rated content not permitted.

Please provide a synopsis or description that does not go beyond one page.

Films must have been finished in 2025 or later.

There is no limit to the number of entries you may submit. A separate entry and entry fee must accompany each work. However, we may limit the number of accepted films from a filmmaker.

The Reedy Reels Film Festival reserves the right not to choose a winner from any of categories.

No refunds will be given on submission fees. We plan to have an in person film festival to meet and greet with the film community. We reserve the right to go virtual or postpone the festival if government restrictions on in-person events are implemented.

TERMS AND CONDITIONS

By your submission of a program to the Reedy Reels Greenville Film Festival you authorize us to use your program in all promotions for the festival.

The submitter owns all the rights to the film, meaning that the submitted work (i) does not violate or infringe any copyright, patent, privacy right, publicity right, trademark, service mark or any other personal or property right of any person or entity, that (ii) does not constitute or include a defamation of any person or entity, and that (iii) its representatives have paid and will pay in full all license fees, clearance fees, and other obligations, of any kind, arising from or associated with the exhibition of the Film at or in connection with the Festival. Also, that the submitter is duly authorized, on his own behalf and on behalf of all other persons or entities who have any ownership rights or interests (including, without limitation, intellectual property rights) in or relating to the film, to exhibit the film at the Festival.

Files or download links for selected films need to be available by March 1, 2027. Films may not be shown if they are late.

All communications will be directed to the email connected to the submission.

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  • So happy to attend for my animated short film "Pulled Taut" and incredibly grateful to have won the Best Southeast Regional Film award! Everyone was incredibly nice and it's a gorgeous venue as well. Thanks for having me!

    May 2026
  • Unfortunately I couldn’t attend, but I thank them for selecting ‘The Litterbug’!

    April 2026
  • Brittney Morgan

    This festival was a blast! The organizers created a warm, welcoming atmosphere filled with wonderful films, amazing food and educational blocks. I am thankful that I was part of it!

    April 2026
  • Brian Fannin

    A friendlier group of film lovers doesn't exist. And it's growing more and more. Fantastic for fun and networking. Great location downtown with fun food options.

    April 2026
  • Dustin Weible

    This is a great festival for networking with artists and filmmakers from across the southeast. Rhodes and his crew of volunteers make things easy, and the educational seminars are extremely helpful as well. Plus, Greenville just might be the best city in SC. Highly recommend attending.

    April 2026