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The Georgia Comedy Film Festival is where filmmakers, television producers and screenwriters can showcase their creative work in Atlanta, Georgia. All types of comedy content is featured including Romantic Comedy, Dark Comedy, Sketch Comedy, Mockumentary, Funny Music Videos, Series Episodes, TV Pilots, Screenplays, Teleplays and more. This is a live screening event with a fun networking event. Get involved!

This event started in Reno, Nevada and has found a new home in Atlanta, Georgia. The tradition of screening comedy short films will continue at the historic Plaza Theatre.

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Short and Micro Film Awards

Best Acting Performance
Best Animated Comedy Film
Best Cinematography
Best Comedy Film
Best Dark Comedy Film
Best Director
Best Editing
Best Ensemble Cast
Best Found Footage Comedy Film
Best Georgia Film
Best Horror Comedy Film
Best International Film
Best Mockumentary Film
Best Picture
Best Proof Of Concept
Best Romantic Comedy Film
Best Sketch Comedy
Best Stand-Up Comedy
Best Series Episode
Funniest Music Video
Most Original Concept

Feature Screenplay and Short Screenplay Awards

Best Comedy Screenplay
Best Dark Comedy Screenplay
Best Georgia Screenplay
Best Horror Comedy Screenplay
Best International Screenplay
Best Romantic Comedy Screenplay
Best Teleplay

All films are eligible, regardless if they have distribution or not. All films are eligible even if they have been accepted to other film festivals. All films and videos are eligible, regardless of when or where they were produced. Even if your film, series episode or music video that is publicly available on YouTube or Vimeo, it is still eligible for submission.

For exhibition purposes all films screen in 2k or 4k DCP format. Stereo or 5.1 audio are accepted for screening purposes. The Theater Screen will be draped for an aspect ratio of 2.39:1 Scope and will give filmmakers the best visual experience in the theater. 1.85:1 Flat is compatible as well. Please keep in mind that DCP projectors are designed to screen at 24 fps and will give the viewer the best visual experience.

The submission fee does not include an event ticket fee if selected. Submission fees and event ticket fees are separate. The cost of attending this event is $38 for the entire day. Every attendee must have a ticket. There are no filmmaker passes.

The judges read and rate scripts for this specific competition only. Submitting to this film festival does not affect the ownership or copyright your screenplay or teleplay.

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Ryan Armstrong

I was honored to have my screenplay "The Dead Guy at Madame Pearl's Wet Whistle Saloon" selected and won for Best Dark Comedy Screenplay. It was even better to be able to meet and talk with fellow filmmakers!

September 2024

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Jessica Mathis

This was a great time and really enjoyed the team! Thanks for selecting It's Christmas, Carol! For finalist Best Comedy Screenplay and awarding it Most Original Concept. Film Festival Circuit is a well oiled machine, and all of their helpful articles, documents, plus live stream interviews with selected talent are much appreciated!

September 2024

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Annette Evans

I highly recommend the Georgia Comedy Film Festival and all the Film Festival Circuit screenwriting competitions, especially in the comedy genre. Honored that I won Best Comedy Teleplay Award with my TV comedy pilot, BSMT. Thanks, GCFF!

September 2024

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Michael Gould

I admire and respect GEORGIA COMEDY FILM FESTIVAL. It has shown the breadth and scope needed to understand and reward good, written comedy throughout the world, awarding FINALIST (final four) DARK COMEDY FEATURE SCREENPLAY to my comedy, VOODOO VALENTINOS.

September 2024

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Kentrell Newton

This film festival was an amazing experience. And a learning one at that. My co-creation UP TO PAR short (Proof of Concept) won BEST ENSEMBLE at GCFF and it was awesome to see the response from the audience. Thank you Mikel Fair and Derek Sitter for providing a platform and space for creatives to share their craft. Cheers!

September 2024

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Dates & Deadlines

July 1, 2024
Opening Date
July 31, 2024
First Deadline
September 30, 2024
Discount Deadline
October 31, 2024
Regular Deadline
December 31, 2024
Late Deadline
January 31, 2025
Final Deadline
February 12, 2025
Notification Date
April 16, 2025
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Categories & Fees

Animated Comedy Film
This category is reserved for funny cartoons, 2D animation, 3D animation, clay animation, sand animation, Anime, Computer Graphics, Puppetry Animation, Stop-Motion, Flip Book Animation, Experimental Animation and any form of animated films that may exist. Comedy Films that have a mixture of animated elements and live action characters are eligible for this category as well.The duration of video files submitted to the Animated Comedy Film category must be between six and thirty minutes in length including all credits. (06:00 - 30:00)
- First Deadline
- Standard: $55
- Discount Deadline
- Standard: $55
- Regular Deadline
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- Late Deadline
- Standard: $59
- Final Deadline
- Standard: $60
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Comedy Film
This category is reserved for films that make people laugh. The judges are looking for films that have funny moments, comedic situations, fun dialogue, humorous acting, and great characters. This event has screened great musicals, sketch comedy, stand-up comedy, family comedy, silent comedy, slapstick comedy, action comedy, student comedy, fake commercials and more at our past events.The duration of video files submitted to the Comedy Film category must be between six and thirty minutes in length including all credits. (06:00 - 30:00)
- First Deadline
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Comedy Series Episode
This category is reserved for filmmakers that are presenting their creative comedy videos in a sitcom, web series or episodic format. A television pilot is written with a core of characters in a repeatable format that producers would like to market as an on-going TV series. There will be 5 award nominations and an overall winner for the “Best Comedy TV Episode or Sitcom.” Perhaps a nomination or award on the Film Festival Circuit can give your episode recognition before you start pitching it to a television network.The duration of video files submitted to the Comedy Series Episode category must be between six and thirty minutes in length including all credits. (06:00 - 30:00)
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- Final Deadline
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Dark Comedy Film
This category is reserved for films that are on the darker side of the comedy genre. Sometimes referred to as “Black Comedy” these films have a sick sense of humor and may not be suitable for mainstream festivals. Often times these films end with the death of a character or have some strange gruesome scenes. Dark comedy films can make you laugh and cringe at the same time. If your audience laughs and then says “that’s messed up,” then you’ve probably produced something pretty dark. This event has screened dark comedy films that feature strange cruelty, or feature characters that are trying to get rid of a dead body, or they accidentally poison the wrong person, or even dream of murders, dark situations and revenge with strange dark comedic elements.The duration of video files submitted to the Dark Comedy Film category must be between six and thirty minutes in length including all credits. (06:00 - 30:00)
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Found Footage Comedy Film
This category features a fictional recording of events that is made to look like it was created from old video camera tape, phone recordings or film that was discovered. Mysteriously it isn’t always clear when or where the events happened to the characters involved. The point of view in the story sometimes comes from multiple characters that happened to be recording while action and events took place. The overall production is sometimes shaky, partially lit or out of focus to improve realism and build tension. Blockbuster films in this format have come from all genres like: The Blair Witch Project, Cloverfield & Paranormal Activity. Archive 81 is a Netflix series that is about a character that is restoring found footage to solve a mystery. If you have created a found footage film of any genre, this is the right category for your film. The Portland Comedy Film Festival, Austin Comedy Film Festival, and the Houston Comedy Film Festival have all added this category.
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- Final Deadline
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Funny Music Video
This category is reserved for music videos that are meant to make the audience laugh. Do you have a funny concept, lyrics and story for your music video? Have you completed a fun parody of a popular song, film or person? The judges are impressed by good stories, great acting, excellent cinematography, and cool editing that sync really well with the music. If your music video is publicly available on Vimeo, Vevo or YouTube, your submission is qualified for entry. Official selections, nominations or awards on the Film Festival Circuit may help your video get exposure.The duration of video files submitted to the Funny Music Video category must less than (6:00) six minutes in length including all credits.
- First Deadline
- Standard: $35
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- Late Deadline
- Standard: $40
- Final Deadline
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Horror Comedy Film
This category is reserved for comedy films in the horror film genre, that are full of jokes? Is it a Slasher parody, is it a reality show about vegetarian Vampires or Redneck Zombies? Is your film full of 80's era bad one-liners, full of nudity for no reason? You know if your film is a Horror Comedy Film, the question is, are you going to send it to us?The duration of video files submitted to the Horror Comedy Film category must be between six and thirty minutes in length including all credits. (06:00 - 30:00)
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Mockumentary Film
Mockumentary Film Category Description: This category is reserved for comedy films that are presented in a documentary or testimonial format. This is a fun category for our judges to review, which frequently has the most creative concepts. There are few film festivals in the world with a dedicated Mockumentary category, but this event has had one since the beginning.The duration of video files submitted to the Mockumentary Film category must be between six and thirty minutes in length including all credits. (06:00 - 30:00)
- First Deadline
- Standard: $55
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- Late Deadline
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Proof Of Concept
Is your film or video a proof-of-concept for a feature length film or ongoing series? We give additional award consideration and public recognition to submissions that are created in a form that is 30 minutes or less, but are intended to show investors, distributors and production companies a sample of a larger project. Please understand, we are giving recognition to submissions that are a proof-of-concept, but this film festival is not your personal sales agent. We do not sell your work and negotiate business deals on your behalf.. You represent your own creative content at all times. Submitting to multiple categories is optional and makes your submission eligible for more awards.
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- Late Deadline
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- Final Deadline
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Romantic Comedy Film
This category is reserved for romantic comedy films with a storyline about relationships, love, dating or romantic situations. Romantic comedies have funny moments, but may have some dramatic elements to them as well. Strong acting, good stories and funny situations are what the judges are looking for.The duration of video files submitted to the Romantic Comedy Film category must be less than (6:00) six minutes in length including all credits.
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Romantic Comedy Series Episode
Romantic Comedy Series Episode Category Description: This category is reserved for romantic comedy series episodes with a storyline about relationships, love, dating or romantic situations. Romantic comedies have funny moments, but may have some dramatic elements to them as well. Strong acting, good stories and funny situations are what the judges are looking for. The duration of video files submitted to the Romantic Comedy Series Episode category must be between six and thirty minutes in length including all credits. (06:00 - 30:00)
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Sketch Comedy
This category is usually performed live with funny scenes and situations referred to as sketches or skits. In this format, not every action spoken follows a script in the same way that cinematic productions are structured. There are plenty of ad libbing and performance adjustments that are made on the fly. Made popular by shows like Saturday Night Live, Mad TV and House of Buggin’, the sketches are improvised by actors and comedians in the form of a dramatized series of jokes and situations that are oftentimes related to current news events and cultural activities. The Portland Comedy Film Festival, Austin Comedy Film Festival, Houston Comedy Film Festival and Georgia Comedy Film Festival have all added this category.
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Stand-Up Comedy
This category is dedicated to the art of live stand-up comedy performances. We invite talented comedians from around the world to submit their recordings of hilarious and entertaining sets that leave audiences roaring with laughter. We celebrate the unique and captivating nature of stand-up comedy, where performers take the stage armed with nothing but their wit and a microphone. We seek to showcase the immense talent, creativity, and humor that comedians bring to the stage.
- First Deadline
- Standard: $37.50
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- Standard: $45
- Regular Deadline
- Standard: $50
- Late Deadline
- Standard: $52.50
- Final Deadline
- Standard: $55
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Screenplay: Comedy Feature
This category is reserved for screenplays that are funny, engaging and make people laugh. The judges are looking for screenplays that have great character development, funny moments, comedic situations, smart dialogue, humorous personalities, and a storyline that is easy to follow. Most genres of comedy screenplays fit into this category. General comedy, musicals, sketch comedy, stand-up comedy, family comedy, slapstick comedy, action comedy, student comedy, fake commercials and even mockumentary screenplays. Submissions to the Comedy Feature category must be more than 60 pages in length.
- First Deadline
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Screenplay: Comedy Short (less than 60 pages)
This category is reserved for screenplays that are funny, engaging and make people laugh. The judges are looking for screenplays that have great character development, funny moments, comedic situations, smart dialogue, humorous personalities, and a storyline that is easy to follow. Most genres of comedy screenplays fit into this category. General comedy, musicals, sketch comedy, stand-up comedy, family comedy, slapstick comedy, action comedy, student comedy, fake commercials and even mockumentary screenplays. Please note that we also have separate screenplay categories for Dark Comedy, Horror Comedy, Romantic Comedy and Comedy Series or Television Episodes. Submissions to the Screenplay: Comedy Short category must be less than 60 pages in length.
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Screenplay: Dark Comedy Feature
This category is reserved for screenplays that are on the darker side of the comedy genre. Sometimes referred to as “Black Comedy” these films have a sick sense of humor and may not be suitable for mainstream festivals. Often times these stories end with the death of a character or have some strange gruesome scenes. Dark comedy films can make you laugh and cringe at the same time. If your audience laughs and then says “that’s messed up,” then you’ve probably written something pretty dark. This event has selected dark comedy screenplays that feature strange cruelty, or feature characters that are trying to get rid of a dead body, or they accidentally poison the wrong person, or even dream of murders, dark situations and revenge with strange dark comedic elements. Submissions to the Screenplay: Dark Comedy Feature category must be more than 60 pages in length.
- First Deadline
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- Late Deadline
- Standard: $59
- Final Deadline
- Standard: $60
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Screenplay: Dark Comedy Short (less than 60 pages)
This category is reserved for short screenplays that are on the darker side of the comedy genre. Sometimes referred to as “Black Comedy” these films have a sick sense of humor and may not be suitable for mainstream festivals. Often times these stories end with the death of a character or have some strange gruesome scenes. Dark comedy films can make you laugh and cringe at the same time. If your audience laughs and then says “that’s messed up,” then you’ve probably written something pretty dark. This event has selected dark comedy screenplays that feature strange cruelty, or feature characters that are trying to get rid of a dead body, or they accidentally poison the wrong person, or even dream of murders, dark situations and revenge with strange dark comedic elements. Submissions to the Screenplay: Dark Comedy Short category must be less than 60 pages in length.
- First Deadline
- Standard: $35
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- Standard: $35
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- Late Deadline
- Standard: $39
- Final Deadline
- Standard: $40
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Screenplay: Horror Comedy Feature
Screenplay: Horror Comedy Feature Category Description: This category is reserved for comedy screenplays in the horror film genre, that are full of jokes? Is it a Slasher parody, is it a reality show about vegetarian Vampires or Redneck Zombies? Is your film full of 80's era bad one-liners, evil blood oranges or face eating waffles? You know if your screenplay is a Horror Comedy screenplay, the question is, are you going to send it to us Submissions to the Screenplay: Horror Comedy Feature category must be more than 60 pages in length. The following film festivals accept submissions to this category: Austin Comedy Film Festival, Austin After Dark Film Festival, Houston Comedy Film Festival, Portland Comedy Film Festival
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Screenplay: Horror Comedy Short (less than 60 pages)
This category is reserved for comedy screenplays in the horror film genre, that are full of jokes? Is it a Slasher parody, is it a reality show about vegetarian Vampires or Redneck Zombies? Is your film full of 80's era bad one-liners, evil blood oranges or face eating waffles? You know if your screenplay is a Horror Comedy screenplay, the question is, are you going to send it to us? Submissions to the Screenplay: Horror Comedy Short category must be less than 60 pages in length.
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- Standard: $39
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Screenplay: Romantic Comedy Feature
This category is reserved for romantic comedy screenplays with a storyline about relationships, love, dating or romantic situations. Romantic comedies have funny moments, but may have some dramatic elements to them as well. Well written characters, good stories and funny situations are what the judges are looking for. Submissions to the Screenplay: Romantic Comedy Feature category must be more than 60 pages in length.
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Screenplay: Romantic Comedy Short (less than 60 pages)
This category is reserved for short romantic comedy screenplays with a storyline about relationships, love, dating or romantic situations. Romantic comedies have funny moments, but may have some dramatic elements to them as well. Well written characters, good stories and funny situations are what the judges are looking for. Submissions to the Screenplay: Romantic Comedy Short category must be less than 60 pages in length.
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Teleplay: Comedy Series Episode
Teleplay: Comedy Episode Category Description: This category is reserved for screenwriters that are presenting their creative comedy ideas in a sitcom, web series or episodic format. Screenwriters are able to submit an episode for an existing television series like Seinfeld, Big Bang Theory, Blackish, Portlandia etc ... Or you can submit something completely original. Well written characters, good stories and funny situations are what the judges are looking for. Submissions to the Teleplay: Comedy Episode category must be less than 60 pages in length.
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Teleplay: Dark Comedy Series Episode
This category is reserved for short teleplays that are on the darker side of the comedy genre. Sometimes referred to as “Black Comedy” these films have a sick sense of humor and may not be suitable for mainstream festivals. Oftentimes these stories end with the death of a character or have some strange gruesome scenes. Dark comedy films can make you laugh and cringe at the same time. If your audience laughs and then says “that’s messed up,” then you’ve probably written something pretty dark. This event has selected dark comedy screenplays that feature strange cruelty, or feature characters that are trying to get rid of a dead body, or they accidentally poison the wrong person, or even dream of murders, dark situations and revenge with strange dark comedic elements. Submissions to the Teleplay Dark Comedy Series Episode category must be less than 60 pages in length.
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- Final Deadline
- Standard: $40
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Teleplay: Horror Comedy Series Episode
This category is reserved for comedy series episodes in the horror film genre, that are full of jokes? Is it a Slasher parody? Is it a reality show about Vegetarian Vampires or cigar smoking Zombies? Is your series episode full of 80's era bad one-liners, full of nudity for no reason? Funny jokes and references to the Horror genre with funny situations and great characters are what the judges are looking for. The format should be written as a pilot or a part of an ongoing series. Please limit one episode per submission. Submissions to the Teleplay: Horror Comedy Series Episode category must be less than 60 pages in length.
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Teleplay: Romantic Comedy Series Episode
This category is reserved for romantic comedy teleplays with a storyline about relationships, love, dating or romantic situations. Romantic comedies have funny moments, but may have some dramatic elements to them as well. Well written characters, good stories and funny situations are what the judges are looking for. The format should be written as a pilot or a part of an ongoing series. Please limit one episode per submission. Submissions to the Teleplay: Romantic Comedy Series Episode category must be less than 60 pages in length.
- First Deadline
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