So Reel Film Festival is a vibrant platform dedicated to showcasing creative voices and stories by and about people of color. Our mission is to celebrate diversity and highlight the rich tapestry of narratives within the global community. Through compelling storytelling and powerful visuals, we aim to uplift underrepresented voices and create a space for authentic cultural expression. Join us in celebrating the diversity and creativity of filmmakers from all backgrounds at So Reel Film Festival.

This is a curated selection of films, not a competition.

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Awards & Prizes

FAN FAVORITE SHORT
BEST FEATURE

Rules & Terms

• Categories: narrative, documentary films, feature and short films.
• Screenings will be on digital files ONLY and must have composite optical/digital sound.
• An applicant may be disqualified, without notice or refund if video link or passwords do not work. The applicant is responsible for making sure that all links and password remain operable thorough the festival selection and event date.

FILM SUBMISSION PROCEDURE:


• Up to 4 submissions per production house. A fee is required for each submission.
• TRT requirements are outlined in each category criteria.

• All films must be uploaded as an online screener.

• Filmmakers will be notified via email by June 10, 2026
-Please reach out if you have not received notice.

• Release documents, and press materials that include, a 30-sec clip, and Instagram flyer with official selection logo must be completed and submitted by June 15, 2026.

FILM SUBMISSION FEES
• Submission will not be considered until the submission fee is paid.
• Submission fees are non-refundable.

FILM SUBMISSION CHECKLIST:

• 1 Submission Form per film via FilmFreeway.
• Preview Screener (uploaded via FilmFreeway)
• Submission Fee (Accepted via FilmFreeway)
• Please send a brief Synopsis; and Filmmaker Bio
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  • Keldamuzik Diva

    This was a phenomenal festival. Congratulations to Micha! And thank you so much for extending an opportunity for all of us Filmaker’s here in the Bay Area. Thank you!

    August 2025
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  • micha Decell

    I enjoyed the films curated by this festival.

    October 2024
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  • Airric Qualls

    Great new film festival in the Bay Area! Filmmakers treated with great respect and hospitality. We were given a cool gift at the end: our own pens with our names and film industry titles engraved on the pen. Very nice surprise. I definitely recommend submitting here.

    June 2024
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