Berlin Sci-fi Filmfest has had a short break to re-plan its future strategy. Our aim is to make this festival filmmaker as user-friendly as possible. We teamed up with XERB.TV in 2020 to keep the festival moving forward. The result was a successful and enjoyable online theatre experience. We love sci-fi and want to help all filmmakers get the best out of their submissions. Please look at the reviews to get a full insight into the festival.
As part of our submissions commitment, ALL ENTRANTS will receive a complimentary copy of Anthony Straeger's 'Creating Success with your Submissions'. This booklet will assist you in getting the most out of your submissions. By applying the tips you will give yourself the best possible chance of success not only with the Berlin Sci-fi Filmfest but also with other festivals.
Our festival represents the first genre-specific Sci-fi film festival in Germany. We are passionate about filmmaking and all things Sci-fi. Geek interest, documentary, web series, narrative, animation, music, experimental, fan-films. Berlin Sci-fi celebrates the 'Science Fiction Genre'. We care about its filmmakers those who seek out new life and new civilizations, boldly going where their imagination takes them.
You can submit in the following categories:
MAIN CATEGORIES
Best Feature (Min. 45 minutes) Award – NewBlueFX TotalFX 360 *
Best Drama Short (Max. 45 minutes) – Arc Studio Pro Award ***
Best Action Short (Max. 45 minutes) – Arc Studio Pro Award ***
Best Comedy Short (Max. 45 minutes) – Arc Studio Pro Award ***
Best Fan Film (Max. 50 minutes) – Arc Studio Pro Award ***
Best Animation (any length) – Arc Studio Pro Award ***
Best Experimental/Music (Max. 30 minutes) – Arc Studio Pro Award ***
Best Documentary/Factual (45 minutes) – Arc Studio Pro Award ***
Plus:
SPECIAL AWARDS
Outstanding German Contribution – RED GIANT COMPLETE **
Outstanding Student Film Award – RED GIANT COMPLETE **
Grand Jury Award – NewBlueFX TotalFX 360 *
Outstanding Film Award – NewBlueFX TotalFX 360 *
Plus:
OTHER AWARDS
Best Director – NewBlueFX TotalFX 360 *
Best Cinematography – NewBlueFX TotalFX 360 *
Best VFX – NewBlueFX TotalFX 360 *
Best Script – Arc Studio Pro Award ***
Best Actor – Arc Studio Pro Award ***
Best Actress – Arc Studio Pro Award ***
Best Original Score
* NEWBLUEFX –
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** RED GIANT
RED GIANT COMPLETE gives you our Red Giant tools for filmmaking and motion graphics a 1-year subscription to the Red Giant Complete bundle is worth $600.
*** ARC STUDIO PRO
Has given 10 Annual subscriptions worth $99 per year to their professional features for screenwriters.
EAGLE MOSS - WOMEN BOLDLY GOING AWARD
Has given a wonder 18ct Gold Plated U.S.S. Enterprise NCC-1701 from their hero collection as a specific award the German Female Filmmaker who has created an outstanding film that boldly goes in the space of independent filmmaking.
Sydney Science Fiction Festival Automatic Acceptance Award
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All of the winners will receive the prestigious Berlin Sci-fi Filmfest 3D print award. If you are unable to attend the award it will be sent to you. But, you must pay the shipping costs.
Winners, Semi-finalists, Nominated and Selected Filmmakers can order a stylish CERTIFICATE from the Berlin Sci-fi website, these are sent as PDF.