Science helps us understand what’s happening to glaciers; water connects us all; and film has the power to transform awareness into action. With Glaciers on the Edge, we aim to create a global conversation that moves from knowledge to solutions, from despair to hope.

1st Prize USD$ 3,000
2nd Prize USD$ 2,000
3rd Prize USD$ 1,000
Youth Prize (Under 18) USD$ 1,000
Student Prize (Over 18) USD$ 1,000
LTAW Special Prize USD$ 1,000

We invite you to submit 3 to 5-minute short films - documentary, animation, fiction,
experimental - that tell compelling stories about glaciers, water, and resilience.

Length: 3-5 minutes

Language: Films must be in English or include English subtitles (for subtitles, please use shadowed or outlined characters, not stripes or backgrounds).

Quality/Files:
The files must be provided with a high bit rate, in Full HD (1920×1080), 2K
or 4K. Files should be in one of the following formats: .mp4, .mov or .MXF

Completion Date: Films should have been completed no earlier than January 1, 2024. Retrospectives or historical works may be considered on a case-by-case basis.

Premiere Status: Preference will be given to World Premiere films that have not
premiered elsewhere (including online platforms, other festivals, or public screenings). If your film has had limited screenings, please provide details in your submission.

Accessibility: Open captioning is strongly encouraged but not mandatory. If your film
includes captions, please indicate this in your submission.

Online Submission: All submissions must be made and uploaded through FilmFreeway, not linked to YouTube or Vimeo.