Monthly, online international film competition headquartered out of beautiful Monterey Bay California - where the sea meets the sky. We host rotating panels of local artists for judging and offer a wide array of categories.

We are an up-and-coming festival celebrating both emerging and established filmmakers; join us by submitting today!

Watch our social media for discounted submissions. Students and GOLD members receive automated discounts through FilmFreeway.

Awards & Prizes

Each month, Sea to Sky will award the best independent film shorts through private screenings.

There is no limit to entries. Every selection will receive our laurel; winner of each category will have access to our coveted Sea to Sky International Film Festival trophy.

Monthly winners of each category will be invited to enter our annual film festival hosted in Monterey, CA.

Rules & Terms

Films will be submitted through FilmFreeway only.
Each submission will be between 5 - 30 minutes in length.
Foreign language submissions will be subtitled in English.

Failure to meet any of the above criteria will forfeit any consideration for recognition.

Your film will be privately screened and evaluated by our team of filmmakers, artists, and producers, and is subject to multiple screenings based upon how many categories you have entered.