The Septimius Awards is a prestigious filmfestival based in Amsterdam. Our former attendees include Emmy, BAFTA and Oscar winners.

➨ Emmy, BAFTA and Oscar Winning Attendees.

➨ Award Ceremony is broadcasted on Television.

➨ IMDB Listed Event.

➨ Prizes & Awards.

➨ The Red Carpet and Press Interviews.

➨ Industry Panels: Network opportunities to meet leading industry professionals: producers, distributors, directors and actors.

The Septimius Awards is a filmfestival that showcases the best films and talent from around the world. Every year we award the best film makers, writers and producers by inviting them to our annual competition hosted in Amsterdam, The Netherlands. We showcase various genres from non-fiction to fiction films. The award ceremony has a wide range of attendees which include Emmy, BAFTA and Oscar winners.

Not only do we grant prizes to the winners, but we also connect filmmakers to our network of professionals. Connecting filmmakers with our extensive database of agents, distributors and other industry professionals.

(Submit to multiple categories to increase your chance of getting selected)

Awards & Prizes

Awards, Laurels And Certificates

Best Actor & Best Actress
Best Feature Film
Best Short Documentary
Best Feature Documentary
Best Animation Film
Best Series
Best Music Video
Best Director
Best Cinematography
Best Screenplay

(Submit to multiple categories to increase your chance of getting selected)

Rules & Terms

1) Short films: maximum 80 minutes. Feature films: 80+ minutes.
2) One film can be entered in multiple categories to increase chances of winning.
3) All Non-English films must be subtitled in English.
4) We never publicly share screenings, all screenings are viewed privately. Only our judges will see your movie.
5) All winners will receive a trophy.
6) Only attending nominees are considered for the Septimius Awards.
7) Submitter grant Septimius Awards to right to show short highlights of their projects during the award ceremony and stills of the projects will be published in the Septimius Book.
7) Entry fees are non-refundable.
8) The decision of jury members will be final and accepted by all no inquiries or arguments will be entertained. The organizers reserve the right not to award any or all of the prizes.
9) Submitter is aware that the Septimius Awards is being filmed and that you grant Septimius Awards the right for the event footage, such as red carpet interviews and the award ceremony to published on TV and the Internet.
10) The entire event will be broadcast on Dutch television.
11) The applicant agrees to have read and accepted the rules & regulations for participation in the Septimius Awards.
The applicant confirms that they have the requisite authority or has obtained the requisite authority from the producer/right holder to enter this film in the Septimius Awards .
12) We can withdraw at any time the selection or the award if these rules are not respected.
13) We generally do not grant waivers.
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  • Kamil Shaikh

    worth it! the energy and the vibes is outstanding, got the privilege to be nominated as BEST ASIAN ACTOR 2024 for my first directorial debut THE INVESTIGATOR :) many more to come as i am here to WIN.

    August 2024
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  • Mudland Studio

    Ace Festival in Amsterdam. Great place to network.

    August 2024
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  • Better Tomorrow

    I was so honored and thrilled to have my work Movie Better Tomorrow included in the Septimius Awards as Best Asian Actor Nomination. This festival was such an awesome experience and I'm so glad that I was able to be there in person. the atmosphere was simply magical. I met so many inspiring artists and feel privileged to be part of this unique community. Many thanks to the entire team for the excellent organization and hospitality! I look forward to being back next year.

    August 2024
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  • Sylvia Mayer

    I loved the time in Amsterdam and the award ceremony was different to other events I have attended. It was entertaining and not hours of dry speeches. The event is really international and the films I saw a snippet of, were of really great quality.

    August 2024
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  • Duda Gorter

    Undoubtedly, the Septimius Awards is a top tier Festival! I was very much honored to have my film ‘Moisture’ nominated for Best Cinematography. The theater is stunning and the award ceremony is luxurious and very well organized. I’d love to return to Septimius Awards in a near future!

    August 2024
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