We are excited to invite you to take part in our 7th season! We are looking for thought-provoking and engaging films, web series, and screenplays that are part of the changing face of film.

From April to September we award Film of the Month and Screenplay of the Month. The winners get a prize pack and become Official Selections for our annual festival at the end of 2023.

Honourable Mentions and Official Selections will be announced in late November 2023.

Films of the Month + Pride Shorts Screenings at Meraki Arts Bar - June 16 2023
Annual Online Festival - December 2023

Awards & Prizes

FILM OF THE MONTH
- Laurel, 3 Month iPitch.tv Membership

STUDENT FILM OF THE MONTH
- Laurel, 3 Month iPitch.tv Membership

SCREENPLAY OF THE MONTH
- Laurel, 3 Month iPitch.tv Membership

The screenplay and films of the month are automatic Official Selections for our Annual Festival.
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HONOURABLE MENTION
- Laurel

OFFICIAL SELECTION
- Laurel, screening

Honourable Mentions and Official Selections will be announced in November 2023.
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ANNUAL WINNERS

4 Month InkTip Pro Membership
(Best Screenplay, Best Screenwriter, Best Director)

12-Month iPitch.tv Membership
(All category winners)

Trophy
(All category winners)

Laurel
(All category winners)

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CATEGORIES
Best Animated Short Film
Best Comedy Short Film
Best Drama Short Film
Best Documentary Short Film
Best Experimental Short Film
Best Horror Short Film
Best Web Series
Best Student Short Film (Primary/Secondary)
Best Student Short Film (Tertiary)
Best Screenplay

ANNUAL AWARDS
You do not need to enter these categories separately. Official Selections will automatically be considered for these awards.

Best Actor in a Short Film
Best Actor in a Student Film
Best Actor in a Web Series
Best Ensemble Cast
Best Cinematography
Best Director
Best Editing
Best Original Score
Best Production Design
Best Screenwriter
Best Sound Design
Emerging Filmmaker

Thank you for your participation in Changing Face International Film Festival 2023.

Rules & Terms

- Submissions are open to everyone.
- Films must have been made on or after the 1st of January 2021.
- No premiere status is required.
- The payment of an entrance fee is required.
- Entry fees are non-refundable.
- By submitting your film to Changing Face International Film Festival you are confirming you own the rights to the film.
- Changing Face International Film Festival will not be held responsible for any copyright infringements, the submitting filmmaker acknowledges this is their responsibility.
- All films submitted must have subtitles available in English.
- By submitting your film you acknowledge that Changing Face International Film Festival reserves the right to promote your film and other social media links on our website and social media.
- By submitting your film you give permission to Changing Face International Film Festival to publicly screen your film as part of our festival program if your film is selected.
- There are currently no monthly screenings.
- Changing Face International Film Festival reserves the right to change the category of your film or screenplay submission.
PLEASE ONLY SUBMIT TO ONE CATEGORY.
- Entry does not guarantee acceptance into the festival.
- By Submitting to Changing Face International Film Festival you agree to be put on our mailing list.
- The Changing Face International Film Festival Producing company, Moon Bureau, and Festival Director hold the right to execute decisions about matters not provided by these rules.

By submitting you declare that you have understood, and agreed to the rules and terms of the Changing Face International Film Festival.

Waiver Codes
We have a set amount of waiver codes we give out each month. If you have emailed us and are awaiting a response please know we will respond, we are just staggering the codes each month.

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  • İzem Ayşegül Topal

    The Changing Face International Film Festival is an exceptional film festival that showcases a diverse array of films from all over the world. The festival has a unique focus on highlighting the experiences and stories of underrepresented communities, making it an inclusive and welcoming event for everyone.

    The festival organizers are extremely professional and attentive to every detail, ensuring that every screening and event runs smoothly and seamlessly. The programming is top-notch, featuring films that are both thought-provoking and entertaining and the Q&A sessions after each screening provide an insightful look into the creative process behind the films.

    One of the things that set the Changing Face International Film Festival apart is the variety of films that are showcased. From documentaries to narrative features, there is something for everyone at this festival. Additionally, the festival is strongly committed to showcasing the work of up-and-coming filmmakers, providing a platform for emerging voices to be heard.

    Overall, the Changing Face International Film Festival is an outstanding event that is not to be missed. If you're a film lover or simply looking for a unique and engaging cultural experience, this festival is worth checking out.

    April 2023
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    Response from festival:

    Wow İzem, Thank you for this kind review :)

  • Antonia Tong

    Best Film Festival ever! Thank you very much for honoring our film " Mad Scientist" at the Changing Face International Film Festival. We are grateful for the encouragement!

    December 2022
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    Response from festival:

    Thank you Antonia!!

  • Andy Wolf

    THANK YOU so much for having us and for providing such a wonderful and open spirit - we're very glad and hope to meet in person in the future!

    December 2022
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    Response from festival:

    Thanks for sharing Strings Attached with us and for the review Andy!

  • Manos Triantafillakis

    Cool Festival! Thank you very much for the Finalist of our film JUST LIKE WATER! Greetings from Greece 🇬🇷

    November 2022
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    Response from festival:

    Thank you for this review Manos!

  • Carole Weed

    Thank you very much for including those of us who are just starting out. Much appreciated.

    April 2022
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    Response from festival:

    Thank you Carole!