Sunset Gold International Film Festival is for independent film makers. Our summer series is held at an outdoor festival and our winter series is held in a comfortable theatre with plenty of parking. We aim to showcase the works of independent filmmakers from all around the world. Thus, creating world wide increased exposure.

What to expect from the Sunset Gold International film festival:
Our festival is growing, we are currently holding three events per year. Judging is by a panel of industry experts with the winning films showcased at the festival.
The festival is meant to showcase films that we feel are outstanding representations of independent film and up-and-coming filmmakers.

Winners will be announced prior to the festival date and if your film is selected as a WINNER, we will proudly mention it on our website along with your poster.

Good luck and thank you to everyone who submits.

Best Feature Film
Best Short Film
Best Student Film
Best Drama
Best Comedy
Best Action
Best Thriller
Best Western
Best Female Director
Best Actress
Best Actor
Best Cinematography

All entries must be sent via FilmFreeway. If your film is selected as a WINNER, we will proudly mention it on our website along with your poster. All entry fees are non-refundable.

Winners in each category will be notified.

One film can be entered in multiple categories.

By submitting to the festival you agree to abide by and commit to the following statement: "I authorize Sunset Gold International Film Festival to screen the film or video I am entering, upon the film or video's acceptance Sunset Gold International Film Festival. For the purpose of the screenings, I authorize Sunset Gold International Film Festival to post photos and information of the film or video in whatever manner they see fit on their website and/or social media site. I acknowledge that Sunset Gold International Film Festival holds the screening rights of the above listed film or video for Sunset Gold International Film Festival. I confirm that all other rights remain the sole property of myself and/or my nominated production company. I hereby confirm that all material used in the production of the film or video is the original work of myself and have obtained releases, including but not limited to actors, performances and the musical score. I guarantee that I have obtained all the necessary permissions, licenses and clearances to enter this film or video into Sunset Gold International Film Festival, and that the film and the screening of the film by Sunset Gold International Film Festival, does not infringe the moral and ethical rights including copyright of any third party. I understand that my submission is in no way a guarantee of acceptance into Sunset Gold International Film Festival, and that nobody representing Sunset Gold International Film Festival has guaranteed my acceptance into the festival prior to this submission. I have read and agree to the general rules, terms and conditions of the Sunset Gold International Film Festival. I have also read and agree to any specific rules relating to the category that I am entering my film, video."

The entrant agrees that he or she will never assert against Sunset Gold International Film Festival any claim or action based on plagiarism, infringement, confidential or fiduciary relationship, implied contract, idea theft, unfair competition or any other theory arising in connection with their submission to Sunset Gold International Film Festival, and the entrant understands that Sunset Gold International Film Festival accepts no liability of any kind for the unauthorized use of all or part of such submissions by any person. In this regard, the entrant hereby absolutely releases and forever discharges Sunset Gold International Film Festival and its officers, employees, volunteers, judges, readers, affiliates, and associates, individually and collectively, of or from any and all claims, liabilities, damages, legal fees, expenses, debts, actions, and causes of action against Sunset Gold International Film Festival of every kind whatsoever, now and in the future, in connection with the entrant's submission.

The Sunset Gold International Film Festival reserves the right to refuse entries.

Entry fees are non-refundable.

Multiple entries are allowed for each filmmaker and each entry may be entered in multiple categories.

Films must be in English or include English subtitles

We do not accept:
1. Amateur videos, films with a poor production standard (bad sound, bad lighting, video resolution less than 720p HD
2. Extremist or propaganda content from religious or political organizations
3. Films involving politics / films promoting political agenda
4. Showing harm to animals

Overall Rating
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Networking
  • Shane Kosugi

    They were very good communicating but would have liked more networking opportunities.

    February 2025