The Dublin Smartphone Film Festival (DUBSMARTFF) is an international festival dedicated to celebrating work shot on smartphones.

No longer is expensive technology a barrier to creativity. The mobile phone has expanded the scope and freedom for filmmakers. Now, aspiring artists have the ability to write, shoot, and edit their films at the touch of a button. Smartphones are reshaping the way we approach filmmaking, creating limitless possibilities in the palm of your hand.

The festival was created with the goal of encouraging these filmmakers to share the stories they have captured on mobile devices. We also aim to provide a platform to exhibit these stories to a wider audience. It is also a chance to reward storytellers who are using these devices to push the boundaries of narrative and style.

The festival takes place in the month of January, and submissions are open to anyone with a smartphone and a compelling story to tell. Throughout the year, there will be events designed to challenge filmmakers and revolutionize the way we approach filmmaking.

Why Us
We are a festival created and run by smartphone filmmakers.

We offer the unforgettable experience of watching your film shot with a micro device on the big screen.

Not just a festival, we are expanding beyond the confines of a single event. We will be offering unique workshops, live filming exercises, and panel discussions, and we champion filmmakers all year round.

We are IMDb registered.

The 2024 edition of the DUBSMARTFF will present awards for:

International Feature Film
International Short Film
Documentary Feature Film
Irish Short Film
Music Video
Best Documentary Short
Young Filmmakers (under 16)
Animated Short

We offer over 4,000 euros' worth of prizes from our sponsors.

More to be announced.

All films must be shot exclusively on a smartphone or tablet device (DSLR, GoPro, camcorders not accepted). Additional production equipment, lights, tripod, boom, and sound equipment are permitted.

Additional editing software can be used for post-production, audio, and visual effects.

The use of filter apps (Prisma) is allowed and encouraged, but auto-editing apps will not be accepted.

All entries submitted must be an original production. It must not infringe on the copyright, trademark, or other rights of any individual.

Entries must not exceed 15 minutes in duration. Any film submitted longer than this running time will not be accepted. Your film will not be included in the judging process, and you will not be awarded a refund for your entry fee.

We welcome submissions in any language, but we ask that all entries (not in English) be subtitled in English.

The Dublin Smartphone Film Festival charges a small entry fee to cover administration costs for running the festival.

Submissions must have full clearance for all content before submitting. Any issues that may arise due to infringement of copyrights are the applicant’s sole responsibility. The Dublin Smartphone Film Festival and its members are not responsible for any infringement of copyrights.

By submitting to the Dublin Smartphone Film Festival, participants agree to the reproduction and dissemination of their films for the display and promotion of the festival (media, film festivals, and TV).

Drone footage is permitted in moderation. 5% of footage shot using a drone is acceptable in conjunction with footage shot on mobile phones.

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  • Anne-Sophie Marie

    Great communication and social media buzz around the festival. So sad we couldn't make it to this wonderful festival in person. Thank you so much again for screening Making Ends Meat, it was an honour to be part of your 2023 batch!

    June 2023
  • Pat Boran

    Many thanks for the interest and support.

    June 2023
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    Response from festival:

    You are a superstar, thank you for the kind words

  • Best Smartphone Film Festival there is!

    June 2023
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    Response from festival:

    Appreciate it Samuel

  • Marcelo Lagreze

    So happy to be part of this festival.
    The best for all the festival team.

    June 2023
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    Response from festival:

    Thanks so much Marcelo

  • Mehmet Tığlı

    It's a great honor to be a part of this amazing festival.

    May 2022
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    Response from festival:

    You superstar, thanks for submitting and best of luck with future festivals