By You, For You, About You”
Mission
Welcome to the 18th Annual World Music and Independent Film Festival (WMIFF) 2026. WMIFF was established to celebrate and provide a platform of achievements for international cinema artists. Dedicated to building a global film community and supporting emerging filmmakers, WMIFF offers all selected artists exceptional exposure with an inclusive vibe that has won over alumni, attendees, and industry members alike. WMIFF festivities are open to all, featuring some of the most talented artists in both film and music.

Check the website for detail. www.wmiff.net

Terms & Conditions:

- Your company agrees that your movie of music video is original and is not plagiarized.
- Your company agrees that you have full rights to agree to posting of film or music video trailer on our website and other websites that we see fit.
- Your company gives MJD Productions and WMIFF rights to air your movie trailer and or music video at Events, and if we choose to screen your film once during the week of the festival exclusively for the purpose of the festival.
WMIFF does not allow pornographic content that would be considered Rated X. All submission must check on the rating noted above. If WMIFF finds your submission of an “X” rating, it will be pulled from the Festival automatically.
- After signature and payment is received, there are no refunds allowed.
- WMIFF will help to promote your film on our website and at all events.
- WMIFF submissions do not include tickets to the festival and does not include meals served at events.
- All submitters will be invited to all events and parties, where will be promoting you. We encourage you to bring guests.
- Online voting pertains to one vote per day per computer.
- Your company agrees to be filmed and photographed at all events and parties. Any footage that is taken at all parties and events is under full custody of the person with the camera and the company that they represent. Any disputes must be taken up with them. WMIFF is not responsible.
- Your company gives full permission to show your movie trailers, music video, and any information about your movie and people involved on http://www.wmiff.net
- Your company agrees that there can be no legal action taken against WMIFF for any reason to what is stated above.
- WMIFF is not legally binding to any lawsuits that may come about or are pending for the film that you are submitting.

Submission/ Pre-selection/Selection Eligibility Regulations:

For any queries please contact us at masterjune540@hotmail.com

1) Film must not have been released online. ALL SUBMISSIONS must mention, what category they are applying for.

2) A log-line and a Short Synopsis of your work must be included with your film submission.

3) For your convenience we accept online screener submissions via FilmFreeway. If you choose to mail your copies, please send the movie on Flash drive to festival . All films must be submitted to:
WMIFF 2026
17294 Fairbourne Drive
Jeffersonton VA 22724
U S A

Accompanying Materials:
4) In case if you choose to mail your movie, the following materials MUST be included with the ( NTSC Only), or provided via FilmFreeway. Entry materials will not be returned. Incomplete entries will not be considered.
o Official Entry submitted through FilmFreeway
o Entry Fee: International Submissions must be paid by Credit Card. US Submissions may use Money Order as alternate payment method. Submission fee must be payable in the name of MJD Productions. All Submission fees are Non-Refundable.

5) All entries may be submitted authorized person to send the submission.

6) DO NOT package your submission in shredded paper envelopes! Bubble-wrap is the best.

7) DO NOT send an SASE (self-addressed, stamped envelope), as preview materials cannot be returned.

8) There is no limit on how many entries you may submit, but each entry must have a separate entry and entry fee. You may send multiple submissions together in one package.

9) All films must be presented in their original language, with English subtitles. By "Original language" is meant the one in which a film is or will be exhibited in its country of origin. No dubbed videotapes will be previewed or considered.

10) Films previously submitted to WMIFF will only be considered if they have been re-edited and reapplied as a new submission, including all applicable entry fees.

Selection Criteria:

11) Films are selected on an invite-only basis from eligible entries by the programming committee. Each film invited to be part of the Official Selection in competition by the Board of Directors/Programming

12) All Officially Selected films in the Competition will be informed via email so please ensure you provide us with the right email address.

13) The winner in each category shall be announced at the Red Carpet Black Tie star-studded gala awards presentation held at the prestigious Washington Dulles Marriott Suite occur following the close of the Competition.

14) Award winners/ Nominees will be announced on the WMIFF website, Social Media, and in our online magazine/ newsletters. If your film is selected for a screening or if your submission is a finalist, please make every effort to attend the film festival. At the time WMIFF does not provide any travel/accommodation & Gala tickets.

15) Selected films must be made available for Festival presentation in digital video, Mp4 on a flash drive

16) During the entire duration of the WMIFF, none of the films invited may be shown outside the Festival's official theaters before its official screening.

Submission Labeling & Shipping:
17) All submissions must be labeled with the film title, running time, contact information (including name, address, and phone number), and FilmFreeway tracking number. International shipments must be accompanied by a commercial invoice (containing the film title, run time, format (color or b&w), the value of the shipment, and the sender's name and address).
18) Screeners and shipping documents should be marked: Without commercial value, for cultural purposes only. All film submissions must be shipped prepaid and packed in proper containers to arrive at the WMIFF office no later than their respective deadlines.
o If a film is invited to participate, the flash drive copy MUST reach the WMIFF office on time and must be shipped prepaid and packed in proper packing material.
o WMIFF does not assume any liability for damage to the Flash drive copy due to improper packing material or otherwise.

19) All films must be submitted on MP4 -Flash drive

20) Once a film has been selected it cannot be withdrawn from the Festival program during the event.

21) Participation in the WMIFF implies acceptance of all the aforementioned regulations and respect for preselection conditions.

22) We also need the link to your trailer, so we can post it on our website & promote it. Send the link to www.wmiff.net

23) Not all officially selected films will be screened. Contact the festival organizer and check the schedule and see if your film will be screened. Filmmakers should bring a copy in either Mp4 / Flash drive or other formats to the screening & If you want to test the , you must coordinate with the projectionist or the festival organizer to come early before the first film is showing. If you want your copy back, you should ask the projectionist to give your copy back at the end of the screening. WMIFF is not responsible for any damaged, lost & stolen copy of your flash drive, Flyers, Banners, or any personal belonging left at the venue or at the Gala and awarding.

For any queries please contact us at www.wmiff.net

Overall Rating
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Networking
  • Elaheh Godarzi

    Working with this festival was a truly wonderful experience for us. Many thanks to dear June and the entire festival team for their dedication and efforts in making it such a successful event.

    May 2026
  • Reine Razzouk

    I am grateful & honored that Hyphen received the Crystal Globe Award for Best Feature Documentary at the 17th Annual World Music & Independent Film Festival 2026.
    Thank you to the festival, jury, and team for recognizing independent cinema and supporting filmmakers from around the world through such a welcoming and international platform.
    Although I was unfortunately unable to attend the ceremony in person, I appreciated the recognition & the communication from the team.
    I am now looking forward to receiving the official trophy & award certificate.

    May 2026
  • Sevenskies Distribution

    One of brilliant festival in the world
    Thank you so much

    May 2026
    Response from festival:

    Thank you so much for your kind and thoughtful review. We’re truly delighted to hear that you enjoyed our festival and had a positive experience with us. Supporting talented creators and sharing their work with a wider audience is at the heart of what we do, so your feedback means a great deal to our team.

    We sincerely hope you’ll continue submitting your work in the future, as we would love the opportunity to keep promoting and celebrating your creativity. Thank you again for your support, and we look forward to seeing more of your work in the years ahead.

    June Daguiso
    Founder/CEO

  • Ava Della Pietra

    I'm honored and thrilled to have won an award for my music video, "Moon Over Capri" Thank you to everyone at the World Music & Independent Film Festival for considering my work and for providing such a wonderful experience.

    May 2026
    Response from festival:

    Thank you so much for taking the time to submit a review. We truly appreciate your support and kind words. Your music video was incredibly well done and absolutely deserving of its win in that category. The creativity, effort, and artistic vision behind your work really stood out to our team.

    We sincerely hope you’ll continue submitting your future music videos to us, as we would love the opportunity to keep showcasing and promoting your work to a wider audience. Thank you again for being part of our festival, and we look forward to seeing more of your amazing projects in the future.

    June Daguiso

  • Marc Goodman

    This is my favorite festival of all I have submitted for and been selected for. In addition to the announcements and a screening, there is a wonderful awards gala with entertainment, music, great food. And the awards are not just a download link for a laurel or a certificate but a truly beautiful "Crystal Globe," worthy of a major honor.

    May 2026
    Response from festival:

    Thank you, Marc, for submitting your amazing film to our festival. It was truly a pleasure meeting you in person, and we’re so glad to hear that you enjoyed the festival experience and had the opportunity to connect and network with other talented creative artists in our community.

    We sincerely hope you’ll continue submitting your future projects to our festival, and we’d be incredibly grateful if you shared your experience with other filmmakers who may be interested in participating as well. Our mission is to support and promote independent artists by giving them a platform to showcase their creativity, passion, and unique voices.

    At our festival, we strive to make everyone feel like family, and it means so much to us when filmmakers from around the world come together to celebrate independent cinema and artistic talent. We truly hope to welcome you back again next year for another unforgettable celebration of storytelling and creativity.

    June Daguiso
    Founder/CEO