Join us for the forth annual Boston Dance Film Festival! This festival is a celebration of dance on camera.

Before submitting, please remember we are specifically a festival of dance-film, and do not show non-dance related film.

The festival accepts Short Length Dance-Films (up to 30 mins).

All genres of films/video, as long as they are largely based on the relationship between the body movement and the tools of cinema as a medium for story-telling.

All submissions have to be made downloadable and sent as a password protected link on Vimeo or sent as a private link on YouTube or Google Drive or a similar platform.

Student applicants should apply with proof of current enrolment along with a valid student ID.

Submission fee must be paid at time of submission. Submission fees are non-refundable.

Applicants must have all rights and permissions to present the work. The Boston Dance Film Festival and individuals associated with this organization and this event are not responsible for any copyright infringement in the works submitted.

The festival does not pay any screening fees.

The festival does not cover travel or other expenses for attending the festival.

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  • Melissa deFriesse

    This was a wonderful festival to be a part of! I was honored to be selected and enjoyed the variety of films from all over the world. The organizers did a wonderful job with all aspects of running this festival.

    September 2025
  • Taney Basinger

    This festival experience has been wonderful all around! The communication before and during the event was top notch and the organizers were so kind and welcoming. I also had the opportunity to meet many incredible filmmakers. I am so grateful to have had Dance Into the Day screened as an official selection!

    September 2025
  • Brandon Stearns

    Such a great experience! Thank you Boston Dance Film Festival for screening my film “Legacy in Motion”. So many talented filmmakers showcased their work. Truly an inspiring night

    September 2025
  • Although we were unfortunately unable to attend the festival, we were very excited to share the film at the festival. Greetings from Barcelona! <3

    June 2025
  • Yang Yiying

    I am very excited that my film "FIND" has been selected for the dance festival! Even though I am unable to attend the event in person due to classes, I still feel extremely honored and delighted. Thank you to everyone who has put in the effort for this festival, and I look forward to more collaborations and exchanges in the future!

    September 2024