Criteria for Submissions

Original Narrative or Documentary short

A short film is under 40 minutes, created by you or someone whom you represent. We accept live-action or animated shorts.

No hate or politically driven material

There is a platform for you to spew propaganda, but it isn't here. Anything deemed to having an agenda pushing hate, hostility or violence toward any sector of society will be disqualified.

We do not host your film

Keep in mind that your film must be available online for viewing. We accept submissions via Film Freeway (it's free and easy), and we will not screen your film for the public.

English speaking or English Subtitles, please

We accept films of all nationalities, but if your film is non-English in origin, please ensure you provide English subtitles.

You may submit to one or more of the following categories:

Best International Short Film (overall)

Best Narrative Short Film

Best Documentary Short Film

Best Action Short Film

Best Animated Short Film

Best Comedy Short Film

Best Crime Short Film

Best Drama Short Film

Best Fan Film

Best Fantasy Short Film

Best Horror Short Film

Best Music Video

Best Mystery Short Film

Best Parody Short Film

Best Sci-Fi Short Film

Best Spy/Espionage Short Film

Best Thriller Short Film

Best Web Series Pilot

Best Western Short Film

Best Director

Best Actor (non-gender specific)

Best Supporting Actor (non-gender specific)

Best Cinematography

Best Ensemble

Best Editing

Best Original Score

Best First Time Director

Best Student Film

Best Song 

Best Sound Design 

Best Visual Effects 

Best Trailer 

Best Original Story