The mission of the festival is designed as a platform for talented artists to be recognized for their projects and more importantly, get them the industry exposure to help sustain their craft.

We are accepting short films up to 15 minutes, short plays up to 15 minutes and music videos up to 4 minutes.

In addition to plays, films and workshops, the Nov. 3 event will feature music, food, cocktails, a silent auction and more.

Awards & Prizes

AWARDS AND PRIZES
Best Narrative Short Film
Audience Award Short Film
Best Music Video
Audience Award Video
Best Play
Audience Award Play

Rules & Terms

All non-English speaking films must be presented in their original version with English subtitles.
Short Film Entries should not exceed 15 minutes.
Short play scripts .should not exceed 15 minutes.
Films must have been completed in 2020 or later.
Online screenings may be requested anytime by the official selections and the award winners.
Scripts and films should be the original work of the submitter.
Submissions should not contain obscene material including content of sexual or pornographic nature, gore, or graphic violence.
All entrants who have not earned more than $25,000 in a staff writing position are eligible.

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  • Oliver Jonathan

    Thank you so much for having a fantastic film festival. What an amazing feeling it was to have all of those people watch my film. I can’t wait to see next year’s.

    November 2023
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  • Peter Hardy

    All my interactions with (and communications from) this Festival regarding my screenplay THE WOMAN CALLED THURSDAY were inspiring and encouraging!

    November 2023
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  • Brian McCole

    This experience was so refreshing after my previous festival experiences. It was very well run, and you could tell the organizers took what they were doing seriously, and yet made everyone feel welcome. I'm so grateful that I had the opportunity to attend.

    November 2023
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  • Marty Krzywonos

    It was very nice and the people there who ran it were very supportive of the filmmakers..

    November 2023
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  • Antonia Tong

    Thank you very much for choosing our film " Mad Scientists: A. I. Maxima" to be part of your amazing festival. Thank you for the encouragement, support, and experience. 5 stars!

    November 2023
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