The 8th annual UPTILT Film Fest (North Carolina's ONLY female & gender-expansive film festival) is coming from March 22 - 24, 2024!
WE REFUND SUBMISSION FEES FOR ALL ACCEPTED FILMS AND PAY A SMALL SCREENING FEE FOR ALL ACCEPTED FILMS***
We believe women have incredible stories to tell!
We showcase the works of female and gender-expansive filmmakers all over the world in an effort to encourage and support filmmakers.
We encourage filmmakers who identify as a woman and gender-expansive folks who identify with womanhood to submit their films!

We accept narratives, docs, experimental, animation, and any genre – we want to see it all! Join us as we celebrate the power of female filmmakers!! This three-day festival is all about films made by women (and gender-expansive folks).

Films must be complete, no longer than thirty-nine minutes, and must be directed and/or written by a female or gender-expansive person OR 50% of the following must be female and/or gender expansive: Writer, Director, Cinematographer, Editor

Proceeds from our event go to grants for female and/or gender-expansive filmmakers. (See website for grant details uptiltfilmfest.com)

***must be able to accept screening fee via US fund check, paypal, venmo or zelle

Best Narrative
Best Documentary
Best Animated, Dance, Musical
Best Experimental
Best Horror, Sci-Fi, Suspense
Best Comedy
BEST OF THE FEST

Guidelines for submission:

-Films must be completed (no works in progress).
-Must be under 39 minutes
-Must be directed or written by a woman. or gender-expansive person who identifies with womanhood OR 50% of the following positions must be women/gender-expansive folks: writer, director, editor, cinematographer
-Films and videos of any genre: narrative, documentary, animation, experimental...
-Films must be submitted via an online submission method.
- Films must have been completed in the current or previous year (2022/2023)
- We do not pay screening fees but this year we will REFUND ANY SUBMISSION FEES PAID to all filmmakers whose films are accepted into our festival (must be able to accept US funds or funds will be refunded through FilmFreeway)
- NORTH CAROLINA Filmmakers can SUBMIT FOR FREE with proof of residency! email Tricia at uptiltfilmfest@gmail.com with your proof of residency to get a waiver code.

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  • Danielle Miner

    I really enjoyed my experience at Uptilt Film Festival! They were so welcoming and it was well organized. I like that they had filmmaker get togethers for networking opportunities and the films were great.

    March 2024
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    Response from festival:

    It was great meeting you Danielle! We can't wait to see your next project!

  • Suzannah Moore

    This was an incredible festival to be a part of. As a filmmaker traveling to a new city for Uptilt, I felt welcomed and taken care of. The other films were all carefully selected, and I enjoyed everything I saw (this is such a rarity!) This is a special festival!

    March 2024
  • valentina hueck

    I was so grateful to be a part of UPTILT Film Fest! The environment was absolutely supportive and inspiring. I was lucky enough to receive accommodations near the theater and therefore enjoyed a great weekend in Wilmington NC. The networking events were plentiful and the selections of films were diverse and engaging. I absolutely recommend this festival to anyone considering!

    August 2023
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    Response from festival:

    Thank you, Valentina! It was great meeting you at the festival. We can't wait to see what you have for us next!

  • Thank you UPTILT for screening our fantastic clients
    Twitching
    The Interview
    Desmond's Not Here Anymore
    Finding Dad
    😘😘😘😘😘

    May 2023
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    Response from festival:

    Thank you Festival Formula! We can't wait to see what you have for us for our 2024 festival!

  • Jacey Powers

    We had such a wonderful time at Uptilt Film Festival! Our team felt so welcomed by the festival organizers and the city of Wilmington. The organizers absolutely prioritize the filmmaker experience, making sure that creatives feel valued and are presented with numerous networking opportunities. We LOVE a female lead festival--beautifully organized with generous attention paid to every detail.

    April 2023
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    Response from festival:

    Thank you Jacey! It was a pleasure meeting you and Megan and showcasing Something New! We appreciate your kind words!