CINEMAFEST is not about Hollywood hype but the REAL info and how to that the majority of independent filmmakers need to get their projects off the ground and get their first film distributed.

We are a licensing agent for film and music distribution with all platforms that are available for films to receive distribution. One on one personal attention AND MENTORING for the filmmaker. SUBMIT NOW!

We help lower budget films obtain distribution as long as you can provide all the deliverables. Pro-Res film and trailer.

Supported by filmmakers who attend, this is a festival about YOU and YOUR work!
Due to popular demand we have added back two categories, SCREENPLAYS and MUSIC VIDEOS.

WINNERS receive WORLDWIDE DISTRIBUTION of their film. We are seeking films of all genre, drama, comedy, horror, thrillers, documentaries, TV series, etc... You may enter as many films and as often as you wish.

WORKSHOP/SEMINAR event!

WE EXPECT OUR FILMMAKERS TO ATTEND AND SUPPORT THE CINEMAFEST.. This is a workshop, screening, awards and distribution event FOR filmmakers. It is an intimate one on one setting with personal attention given to each filmmaker and their project with DISTRIBUTION CONTRACTS ready to be awarded at the event.

REQUIREMENT FOR ALL SUBMISSIONS! SUBSCRIBE TO InDvue!
https://www.youtube.com/@inDvueTV

InDvue is being developed as a screening platform and once a large enough base is established it will also distribute indie films. Subcribe and InDvue will subscribe also to your channel.

Awards & Prizes

DISTRIBUTION AWARDS, laurels, and digital certificates!

Rules & Terms

1. Shorts from 1 minute to 25 minutes and longer.. TV/web series and Features of any genre. No porn.

2. Films made from 2015 to the present.

3. Filmmakers must own or have obtained any and all rights to music and screenplay.

4. WE NOW ACCEPT DIGITAL DOWNLOADS OF ALL ALL FEATURES AND SHORTS. 1920 x 1080 format. Features no larger then a 3 GB MP4 file. Shorts under 1 GB MP4 files.

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CINEMAFEST
P.O. Box 373
Ellington, NY 14732
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  • Stuart Lachlan Bennett

    I was thrilled to receive the Best Inspirational Feature award for my film, Barnabas and Paul. This is extremely encouraging and it inspires me to keep making films that explore familiar stories on a deeper level of truth. Thank you!

    September 2025
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  • Christopher Owens

    On behalf of CESO ENTERPRISES, INC., Alyssa Dann, and Chris Oledude, I would like to compliment the organizers and operators of Cinema Fest. We are proud to have had the opportunity to showcase our work, “Orange Blues 24” in your festival, as well as share the spotlight with so many talented film makers. Submitting our film was a simple process, and everyone who contacted us on behalf of this festival was helpful, and easy to communicate with. Although we were not able to attend in person, this will remain a highlight of our year, and we recommend submitting your work to this wonderful festival! We certainly intend to participate again in the future.

    Thank you

    June 2025
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  • Von Krome

    It was a welcome surprise to have Lawmaker Dissent selected (Best Short Film) for the festival this year. The support from everyone involved is greatly appreciated. This years festival was apparently postopned due to storm damage issues, but I will definitely be attending the festival in May (rescheduled). Thanks again.

    April 2025
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  • Roger J Kuhns

    I really like Cinemafest, and their workshop insights about indie filmmaking, distribution, and strategies. All very helpful, and I am honored to be in the selection this year.

    November 2024
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  • Vivianne Rosenberg

    I am honored to have my screenplay read by professionals and receive recognition for my hard work.

    November 2024
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