entertwine hosts an international Horror Film Festival that highlights the women of color who are actively contributing to the horror genre.

Why Horror for women of color?

Horror in the past has been limited to people of color and women. Films of the horror genre are stereotypical or limited at portraying this group of people. entertwine's International Horror Festival is the opportunity to break the mold and step into a genre that doesn’t normally see the artistry of people of color and women crafting this type of movie. This festival is here to show there are no limitations for women of color.

Originally structured as a 48-hour film festival, entertwine has expanded into accepting ready made shorts, with an homage to the 48-hour roots.

Awards & Prizes

The top 10 films will be screened at Vidiots in Los Angeles
The best film will receive $500 in cash
The best film made within 48 hours will receive $250 in cash

Note: If you have the best film AND it was made in 48 hours the total prize money is $750

Rules & Terms

Horror short films should be submitted by the film creator (often the director). If there are any credit discrepancies or controversies, entertwine will insist that credits be settled before the submission may be considered for an award.

Eligibility for ready made Horror Films:

1. 50% of the team must identify as women of color.

2. The women of color must be in front of the screen as well as behind the screen: including at the producer levels.

3. Submitted films (including still images, poster images, or similar graphics) must not contain mention of any accolades received, such as festival laurels, or awards won.

4. Entries submitted for entertwine's other festivals, including previous festivals and contests (regardless of the outcome), are not eligible for entry into any subsequent entertwine competition.

5. No entry may be longer than 10 minutes including opening and closing credits.

6. All entries submitted must be in English, subtitled in English, or dubbed in English.

7. Open to any location.

8. Open to any theme.

9. Please viewer maturity level for consumption: rated PG, PG-13, T, or MA.

Eligibility for the 48-hour portion:

1. All the above rules.

2. Must contain the 3 Easter Eggs disclosed prior to the 48-hour period.

3. Must be made in 48-hours. The 48-hour period will begin in September 2024. If you are interested in participating with your team please contact someone@entertwine.us

Qualifying films may request a fee waiver. Subject to Director approval.