The Scarlett International Film Festival is a premier platform dedicated to discovering and honoring the next generation of global filmmaking talent. Based in Scotland, SIFF bridges the gap between independent creativity and professional recognition.

Our mission is to provide filmmakers with a high-quality awards experience that celebrates storytelling, technical excellence, and original vision across all genres.

 

Festival Structure & Filmmaker Experience.

SIFF operates as an Awards Festival, ensuring that every selected filmmaker receives both digital prestige and physical recognition.

1. The Selection & Judging Process.
All submitted films undergo a rigorous review by our international panel of judges. We look for technical skill, narrative depth, and unique artistic voices.

2. The Event & Awards Presentation.
The Scarlett International Film Festival (SIFF) takes place at our official venue: Morrisons Community Room, The Esplanade, Kirkcaldy, Fife, KY1 1SL, United Kingdom

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- Private Judging & Awards Selection: Our international panel of judges selects the winners in each category. Winners will be invited along to see their work and collect their certificates.
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- Official Recognition: All winners are officially announced at the venue.
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- Physical & Digital Awards: Following the event, winners who are unable to make the festival in Kirkcaldy are sent an Official SIFF Certificate of Excellence via post or a high-resolution digital version via email, ready for professional printing and display.

3. Global Digital Premiere
In addition to the physical event, winners are featured on our official website and social media platforms. This ensures your work gains visibility beyond the room, reaching a wider audience of fans and industry professionals.

 

Why Submit to SIFF?

- Professional Recognition: Earn an official "SIFF Selection" or "Winner" laurel to boost your film’s pedigree.
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- Physical Venue: We believe in the power of a real, physical space. Your work is honored in a professional setting, not just an online list.

- All main Category winners will be invited along to Morrisons Community Room, for the event and to recieve their awards.

Join us in celebrating the art of cinema. Submit your project to the Scarlett International Film Festival today and hopefully we see you there on the 30th April.

Awards & Prizes

At the Scarlett International Film Festival (SIFF), we believe every achievement in filmmaking deserves professional recognition. Our awards are designed to help independent creators build their portfolios and gain international credibility.

All Official Winners will receive:

- Official SIFF Digital Laurel: A high-resolution gold laurel to display on your film’s poster, website, and social media.
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- SIFF Certificate of Excellence: A professionally designed certificate. Winners receive a high-quality physical copy at the awards ceremony after the screenings or via post (UK) or a digital version for international winners, if they cant make the festival in person.
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- Global Spotlight: Category winners will be featured permanently on our official website and across our growing social media community, providing additional exposure for your project and crew.

Main Award Categories include:

- Best Feature Film (Over 40 mins)
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- Best Short Film (Under 40 mins)

- Best Documentary (Short or Feature)
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- Best Animation
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- Best Music Video
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- Best AI-Generated Film
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- Best Student Film
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- Best Director

- Best Producer

- Best Cinematography
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- Best Editing
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- Best Sound Design
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- Best Visual Effects (VFX)
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- Best Actor

- Best Actress

- Best Supporting Actor/Actress


Additional "Honorable Mention" laurels may be awarded at the discretion of the judging panel for projects that show exceptional promise.

Rules & Terms

1. All films must be submitted via FilmFreeway.
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2. Non-English language films must have English subtitles.
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3. By submitting, you confirm you own all rights to the work.
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4. SIFF reserves the right to use short clips/stills for promotional purposes.

5. All submissions must have been completed in the last 3 years to be eligible, if it's older.

6. If you submit into an add-on category, ie, (best director, best actor, etc) you must also enter into a main category otherwise your project will be disqualified and you will recieve no refund.
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  • Gregory Hall

    Thank you to the Scarlett International Film Festival for their Honorable Mention for Marvelous, an Opera – Film! The festival is very well organized, and documents it's honorees well.

    May 2026
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    Response from festival:

    Thank you so much, Gregory! We are truly honored to have had "Marvelous, an Opera – Film!" as part of our festival. It was a pleasure to showcase such a unique and creative work, and we are thrilled that you enjoyed the organization of the event. Congratulations again on your Honorable Mention! We look forward to seeing more of your brilliant work in the future.

  • Mary C. Ferrara

    Thank you so much for the awards, especially the Best Supporting Actor honor for Christie Devine!

    May 2026
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    Response from festival:

    Thank you, Mary! It was an honor to have your film as part of our selection. We’re so glad you’re happy with the awards, especially the recognition for Christie Devine. Best of luck with your future filmmaking endeavors!

  • Robert Hamilton

    This festival is what we in Australia would call a quiet achiever. Although I was unable to attend - ergo 3 stars networking - our film was treated with respect and the communication throughout was first-rate. I'm so pleased we were a part of it and thank them for the Honorable Mention for our film, The Witchdoctor and the Windmill. I think no-one who has organised the groundwork for a public event and especially an event with a global beat knows the amount of preparation, long hours and grit it takes. These guys are sensational and it shows. Thank you! Robert Hamilton

    May 2026
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    Response from festival:

    Thank you so much for the kind words, Robert! We were honored to showcase 'The Witchdoctor and the Windmill' and were truly impressed by the project. We know how much heart and soul goes into independent filmmaking, so receiving such positive feedback on our communication and networking means a lot to our team. Congratulations again on your Honorable Mention!