Join us for a terrifying night of spine-tingling shorts in Square One bar & cinema, in the dark heart of the Midlands.

The best horror shorts, animations and music videos are screened on The Infernal Cinema; if you've made something scary then submit it for a chance to screen at The Infernal Cinema!

On the night of the festival, we will present 3 awards:
> Audience Nightmare (Audience award)
> Cursed Creatives (Best local horror film)
> Frightfully fashionable (Best dressed)

Official selections will be shown at our in-person screening on 22nd October at Square One in Coventry, UK.

Awards & Prizes

Awards:
> Audience Nightmare (Audience award)
> Cursed Creatives (Best local horror film)
> Frightfully fashionable (Best dressed)

Rules & Terms

Films must have been made in the last 3 years.
Film must be no longer than 10 minutes.
Films must be in English, or have English subtitles.
Submission does not guarantee acceptance into the festival.
Submission fees are non-refundable.
We do not require premiere status, but you accept that selected films will be screened at the live event and subsequent screening events.
By submitting, you acknowledge that you own all the rights to the content within your submission, including all music, video and audio.
You retain all rights to your work.
You accept that CPFF & Infernal Cinema can use images, video footage & audio from your submission to promote the festival and in our outreach activities.
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  • Jim Zounis

    It was such a great honor to have our short selected to participate in the 'CPFF Presents The Infernal Cinema' event. Thank you all so much.

    October 2025
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  • Keith Large

    Two of our cast and crew attended and had a fantastic time. Great selection of horror films on a big screen in an awesome cinema venue. Well organised, really good communication and a friendly, fun atmosphere.

    October 2025
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  • Luke Worrall

    Awesome time and some great films on show. Very recommended for horror film lovers everywhere.

    October 2025
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