Join us in painting Horror with colors of intersectional diversity, inclusion, and equity. We're looking for diverse, fresh voices that shift perspectives and challenge genre norms.

Three 15 minute (or less) selections will be chosen to be screened at our upcoming showcase at IFB Studios (in Glendale, CA) on Sat, 10/25.

Awards & Prizes

*Official Selection – Honored with an official laurel and signed digital/physical certificate.
*Spotlight Feature – Prominently showcased on horrorincolor.com with a featured banner.
*Filmmaker Interview/Q&A – Opportunities for written or video interview published on horrorincolor.com or newsletter. (Live event discussions, red carpet interviews, and/or additional special features are subject to availability and scheduling.
*Community Reach – Optional inclusion in the Horror in Color newsletter for amplified visibility.

Rules & Terms

Genre Requirement – All submissions must incorporate elements of horror (any subgenre welcome).

Runtime – Short films must be 15 minutes or less, including credits.

Originality – Submissions must be original works for which the entrant holds all necessary rights. AI-generated films will not be accepted and will be disqualified.

Eligibility – Open to global submissions, with priority consideration for projects highlighting underrepresented voices in horror (BIPOC, LGBTQ+, women, disabled creators, etc.).

Content Standards – While horror often pushes boundaries, entries that promote hate speech, real-life violence, or discriminatory content will not be accepted.

Accessibility – Subtitles & closed captioning encouraged.

Exhibition Rights – By submitting, filmmakers grant Horror in Color the right to exhibit their work on our platform(s), including website features, newsletters, and promotional reels, as agreed upon.

Press & Marketing – Selected projects may be used in promotional materials for Horror in Color (with credit to filmmakers).

Availability of Features – Additional opportunities (e.g., interviews, live discussions, red carpet coverage) may be offered at the discretion of Horror in Color and subject to availability.

Submission Fees – All fees are non-refundable.

Acceptance of Terms – Submission implies acceptance of all rules and terms listed.
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  • MS. JONES

    Review: Horror in Color — The Devil Walks at Midnight
    Honorable Mention – Horror Short Showcase

    The Devil Walks at Midnight delivers a haunting symphony of faith, temptation, and retribution—proving that true horror isn’t found in the shadows, but in the choices we make when no one’s watching. With its bold imagery and moral undertones, this short stands out as both chilling and thought-provoking. No surprise it earned an Honorable Mention at the Horror Short Showcase—it’s horror with a soul, and a story that lingers long after the credits fade.

    October 2025
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  • Wanjiru Njendu

    Communicative, very well organized, Did a good job of spreading the word about the films they were screening.

    October 2025
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