1. Eligibility
She Speaks Film Festival is dedicated to amplifying women’s voices in film. While films directed by women are strongly encouraged, submissions directed by men are also eligible for consideration, provided that the majority of key creative roles, crew, and/or principal cast members are female-identifying.
The festival reserves the right to request additional information regarding crew and cast composition to determine eligibility.
Films must be completed by August 2026 to be eligible.
All genres and formats are accepted unless otherwise noted.
2. Submission Requirements
Films must be submitted via FilmFreeway.
Filmmakers are responsible for ensuring films meet format and technical requirements.
Late submissions may be considered at the discretion of the festival.
3. Screening Rights
Submission grants She Speaks Film Festival the non-exclusive right to screen the film during the festival.
Screening rights do not transfer ownership of the film.
4. Fees
Submission fees are set via FilmFreeway and are non-refundable.
Fee waivers may be requested in advance.
5. Awards & Prizes
Judges’ decisions are confidential.
Award announcements may be publicized with film credits and clips.
She Speaks Film Festival reserves the right to withhold an award in any category if there are not a sufficient number of eligible submissions or if the submitted works do not meet the festival’s standards for that category. In such cases, no award may be granted. At the festival’s discretion, a full or partial refund of the submission fee may be issued.
Award decisions are final and made at the sole discretion of the She Speaks Film Festival judging committee.
6. Filmmaker Responsibility
Filmmakers are responsible for securing all necessary rights (music, clips, etc.).
Filmmakers must provide accurate contact information.
7. Publicity & Promotion
By submitting, filmmakers agree to allow She Speaks Film Festival to use film stills, trailers, and promotional material for festival marketing.
Filmmakers may opt out by contacting the festival in writing.
8. Liability
She Speaks Film Festival is not responsible for lost, damaged, or stolen materials.
Filmmakers are responsible for insuring their work if desired.
9. Additional Terms
The festival reserves the right to make changes to screening schedules, awards, or policies as needed.
Participation in the festival implies acceptance of all rules and terms.
