Time for Queer people to showcase why Halloween is our night!
The first ever "Scared Queer: Online Horror Film Fest" is a chance for LGBTQ2S+ filmmakers to create original content.

Be it horror, thriller, or dark comedy, we're looking for Queer storytellers to create a 5 minute or less short film that showcases lead characters from the LGBTQ2S+ community.

Each film selected will be released on the "Scared Queer" YouTube channel for the chance for people around the world to watch from October 24th on (just in time for some Halloween marathons).

This Film Fest is fun AND free! That's right no entry fee required.

Shoot with what you've got. Whether it be your smart phone, webcam, GoPro or Super 8. Remember to follow all safety precautions put in place in your area to help stop the spread of COVID-19 and keep people safe.

"Scared Queer" is a chance for marginalized communities to see themselves on screen and we encourage and welcome BIPOC in the LGBTQ2S+ community to submit their films.

Awards & Prizes

Not only will a select panel select the following awards, the most liked film by the audience on the YouTube page will be awarded the "Audience Favorite".

Other categories include:

BEST PERFORMER
BEST DIRECTOR
BEST SCREENPLAY
BEST CINEMATOGRAPHY
BEST EDITOR
BEST SCREAM
BEST JUMP SCARE

Rules & Terms

1. LENGTH: All films must be 5 minutes MAX (including credits). Also include a 30 second trailer for use on social Media
2. GENRE: It's Halloween so we want thrillers, horrors, dark comedies...but your style could include animation or even documentary.
3. ORIGINAL CONTENT: You must own the rights to all content submitted, but royalty-free music and stock footage is allowed.
4. LGBTQ2S+: Whether a Queer director, writer or actor this is your chance to see a variety of stories being shared with new perspectives. While not every character has to declare their sexual orientation or their gender, this is a chance for clear representation of the Queer community on screen.
5.SUBMISSION DEADLINE: October 15th at 11:59PM MOUNTAIN STANDARD TIME.
6. RATING: PG-13 (This is YouTube so no nudity, excessive violence or swearing) Trust me, you can still make this scary.
7. SOCIAL MEDIA: Tag @scaredqueerfilmfest on Instagram for all your posts for even more shares. Follow along on Facebook, Twitter and Instagram for all news.