Show us how you are creating a KINDER, MORE COMPASSIONATE world through the power of film! Submit your 5 MINUTE (OR LESS) JLYF inspired film today. There is no restriction to how many team members you may have or how many different submissions you make. Pick a topic you are passionate about and create a film. The film must follow the JLY mission of creating kindness and compassion.
Just Like You Films (JLYF) is a a Mid American Emmy award winning women-run nonprofit film production company.
Founded in 2009, JLYF has created 12 documentaries and is currently producing its first feature-length docu-drama and Virtual Reality short. Subjects include burn injuries, cancer, Down syndrome, autism, cleft lip and palate, port wine stain birthmarks, facial paralysis, lymphangioma, type 1 diabetes, anxiety disorders, depression, and food allergies. For reference on what a Just Like you Film is, watch https://justlikeyoufilms.squarespace.com/our-films-overview.
JLYF features real kids, parents, physicians, and award-winning public figures who care deeply about creating a kinder world through the power of film.
By submitting a piece in our film competition, you are joining us in our mission to create a kinder, more compassionate world through the power of film.
Those selected will potentially be teased at The 2024 Power of Film Event on MARCH 2nd at the Midland Theater in Kansas City, MO! We will hold an in person festival showcasing our 6 award winning films at The Kansas City Museum in June 20 of 2024.
The films will be judged by a national jury composed of experienced and accomplished filmmakers.
All films selected and award winners will receive laurels.
Winners will receive a JIFF Award certificate (emailed) and their work will be featured on Just Like You Films website and social media platforms.