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SUMMARY:Dallas International Film Festival Fall Deadline
DESCRIPTION:Dallas\, Texas\nUnited States\n  \nABOUT THE DALLAS INTERNATIONAL FILM FESTIVAL (DIFF)\nHome of the Filmmakers’ Film Festival\nIt’s a special time when Dallas and the world come together to celebrate film—and filmmakers. Since 2006\, the Dallas International Film Festival (DIFF) has become the place for storytellers and audiences to connect and experience film as a community. \nOver the years we’ve contributed more than $1 million in filmmaker awards\, hosted more than 1\,900 filmmakers\, and screened over 2\,200 films from more than 50 countries. \nWhere storytellers and audiences gather\nFilm is about connection. That’s why we’ve made it our mission to build a community where we can share and experience stories together. With our year-round screenings\, education and training\, and the largest film festival in North Texas\, we bring film home. \nState of the Arts\nFounded in 2006\, we are a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization sustained by more than 20\,000 supporters\, volunteers\, corporations\, grants and individual donors. We lead multiple educational initiatives to mentor excellence in film\, television and digital media. And proudly support filmmakers\, theatres and film organizations locally and globally. \n  \nDEADLINES & FEES\nOpening Submission Date\nJune 1\, 2025 \nNotification Date\nMarch 3\, 2026 \nEvent Date\nApril 23 - 30\, 2026 \n  \n\n\n\n\nFall\nRegular\nLate\nFinal\n\n\nFeature Films\nNov 7\, 2025: $75\nJan 16\, 2026: $85\nFeb 6\, 2026: $100\nFeb 17\, 2026: $125\n\n\nShort Films\nNov 7\, 2025: $50\nJan 16\, 2026: $50\nFeb 6\, 2026: $50\nFeb 17\, 2026: $59\n\n\nTexas Features\nNov 7\, 2025: $50\nJan 16\, 2026: $50\nFeb 6\, 2026: $50\nFeb 17\, 2026: $50\n\n\n\nVisit the Dallas International Film Festival website for more information. \n\n\nVIEW THE EVENT CALENDAR\n 
URL:https://motionpicturemaker.com/event/dallas-international-film-festival-fall-deadline/
LOCATION:Alamo Drafthouse Cinema Cedars\, 1005 Botham Jean Blvd\, Dallas\, TX\, 75215\, United States
CATEGORIES:Film Festivals
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20251107
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20251108
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SUMMARY:Atlanta Film Festival Extended Deadline
DESCRIPTION:Atlanta\, Georgia\nUnited States\n  \nABOUT THE ATLANTA FILM FESTIVAL\nNow in its fourth decade\, the Atlanta Film Festival — one of only two-dozen Academy Award® qualifying festivals in the US — is the area’s preeminent celebration of cinema. The Atlanta Film Festival is one of the largest and longest-running festival in the country\, welcoming an audience of over 28\,000 to discover hundreds of new independent\, international\, animated\, documentary\, and short films\, selected from 8000+ submissions from all over the world.  It is also the most distinguished event in its class\, recognized as Best Film Festival by Creative Loafing\, Sunday Paper\, 10Best and Atlanta Magazine. \nAtlanta Film Festival screenings often include in-person dialog with filmmakers\, providing audiences\, artists and industry professionals with meaningful opportunities to network\, interact and engage.  Recent festival guests have included Josh Brolin (NO COUNTRY FOR OLD MEN)\, Eddie Vedder (Pearl Jam)\, Michael Ealy (BARBERSHOP)\, Jasmine Guy (DIFFERENT WORLD)\, Gary Anthony Williams (MALCOLM IN THE MIDDLE)\, Pauley Chris Moore (GOOD WILL HUNTING\,)\, Howard Zinn (The Peoples’ History of the United States)\, Ray McKinnon (THE BLIND SIDE)\, Walton Goggins (THE SHIELD)\, Margaret Cho (DROP DEAD DIVA)\, comedian Jeff Foxworthy\, Pauley Perrette (NCIS)\, Tichina Arnold (EVERYBODY HATES CHRIS)\, John Sayles (PASSION FISH)\, Hal Hartley (SIMPLE MEN)\, Carlos Cauron (RUDO Y CURSI) and Patterson Hood (Drive-By Truckers). \nThe Atlanta Film Festival is a membership-based 501(c)(3) arts non-profit  with a mission to lead the community\, both locally and worldwide\, in creative and cultural discovery through the moving image.  ATLFF presents a diverse slate of year-round offerings for film-lovers\, filmmakers\, and industry professionals.  Year round programs —screenings\, parties\, panels\, workshops\, and other educational events –provide a forum for building the community of film lovers and film supporters.  By bringing audiences and filmmakers together\, the Festival has the opportunity to broaden the perspective of both artists and moviegoers. \nMission Statement\nTo connect\, educate\, and engage audiences with the creative industry by supporting artists and providing a platform for their work. We champion cultural discovery\, foster artistic growth\, and advocate for diverse voices in film and media arts. \nHistory\nPositioned at the intersection of art\, culture and commerce\, the Atlanta Film Festival brings meaning to the moving image by championing the shared community experience\, fostering the free exchange of ideas\, and nurturing the development of a thriving industry.  The organization dates back to its founding as IMAGE Film & Video Center in 1977\, an outgrowth of the need for equipment access\, networking\, information dissemination\, and support among Georgia media artists and producers. \n  \nDEADLINES & FEES\nOpening Submission Date\nMay 4\, 2025 \nNotification Date\nFebruary 13\, 2026 \nEvent Date\nApril 23 – May 3\, 2026 \n  \n\n\n\n\nHella Early\nEarly\nRegular\nLate\nExtended\n\n\nFeature Films\nMay 30\, 2025: $50\nJune 26\, 2025: $60\nSept 12\, 2025: $70\nOct 17\, 2025: $85\nNov 7\, 2025: $105\n\n\nShort Films\nMay 30\, 2025: $40\nJune 26\, 2025: $50\nSept 12\, 2025: $60\nOct 17\, 2025: $70\nNov 7\, 2025: $85\n\n\nExperimental Short Films\nMay 30\, 2025: $15\nJune 26\, 2025: $20\nSept 12\, 2025: $25\nOct 17\, 2025: $35\nNov 7\, 2025: $55\n\n\nEpisodic Content\nMay 30\, 2025: $35\nJune 26\, 2025: $40\nSept 12\, 2025: $55\nOct 17\, 2025: $60\nNov 7\, 2025: $80\n\n\nMusic Video\nMay 30\, 2025: $15\nJune 26\, 2025: $20\nSept 12\, 2025: $25\nOct 17\, 2025: $35\nNov 7\, 2025: $55\n\n\nVirtual Reality Film\nMay 30\, 2025: $10\nJune 26\, 2025: $15\nSept 12\, 2025: $20\nOct 17\, 2025: $30\nNov 7\, 2025: $40\n\n\n\nVisit the Atlanta Film Festival website for more information. \n  \n\n\nVIEW THE EVENT CALENDAR
URL:https://motionpicturemaker.com/event/atlanta-film-festival-extended-deadline/
LOCATION:Plaza Theatre\, 1049 Ponce De Leon Avenue Northeast\, Atlanta\, GA\, 30306\, United States
CATEGORIES:Film Festivals
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DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20251117
DTSTAMP:20260415T232934
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SUMMARY:Vancouver Asian Film Festival (VAFF)
DESCRIPTION:Vancouver\, British Columbia\nCanada\n  \nABOUT THE VANCOUVER ASIAN FILM FESTIVAL (VAFF)\nVAFF is the longest running pan-Asian diaspora film festival in Canada. It was founded in 1995 and debuted in September 1997. Since then\, tens of thousands of film lovers have experienced a diverse selection of North American-Asian and international films\, in English and in other languages. \nVancouver Asian Film Festival (VAFF) is dedicated to promoting and celebrating the diversity and depth of Asian culture and identity in film and media\, and to help North American Asian actors and filmmakers more authentically and more powerfully define and express themselves on screen. \nEach year VAFF attracts close to 5\,000 audience members over its four-day festival and year-round events. It also reaches many more through word of mouth\, pre-festival events\, and traditional and social media throughout the year. \nThrough its annual film festival and many other programs and events hosted in Vancouver\, VAFF’s mission is to be the “go-to” forum for the public and the film industry to engage in and support the rise of Asian influence in film and media in the world. VAFF envisions a world where North American Asian actors and filmmakers have the resources and opportunities to shape mainstream culture in a powerful and positive way. \nVAFF is entirely organized and produced by a group of dedicated volunteers\, and is made possible by generous financial support from corporate sponsors\, public funders and private donors. \n  \nDEADLINES & FEES\nOpening Submission Date\nTBA \nNotification Date\nTBA \nEvent Date\nNovember 6- 16\, 2025 \n  \n\n\n\nDeadline\nEarly Bird\nRegular\nFinal\n\n\nNarrative/Documentary Features\nApr 15\, 2024: $40\nMay 15\, 2024: $45\nJune 4\, 2024: $50\n\n\nNarrative/Documentary Shorts\nApr 15\, 2024: $35\nMay 15\, 2024: $40\nJune 4\, 2024: $45\n\n\nAnimation Features\nApr 15\, 2024: $35\nMay 15\, 2024: $40\nJune 4\, 2024: $45\n\n\nAnimation Shorts\nApr 59\, 2024: $30\nMay 15\, 2024: $35\nJune 4\, 2024: $40\n\n\n\nVisit the Vancouver Asian Film Festival website for more information. \n  \n\n\nVIEW THE EVENT CALENDAR\n\n  \n 
URL:https://motionpicturemaker.com/event/vancouver-asian-film-festival-vaff/
LOCATION:Cineplex Odeon International Village Cinemas\, 88 W Pender Street\, 3rd floor\, Vancouver\, BC\, V6B 6N9\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Film Festivals
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20251101
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20251102
DTSTAMP:20260415T232934
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SUMMARY:Minneapolis St. Paul International Film Festival Late Deadline
DESCRIPTION:Minneapolis\, Minnesota\nUnited States\n  \nABOUT THE MINNEAPOLIS ST. PAUL INTERNATIONAL FILM FESTIVAL (MSPIFF)\nFounded in 1962\, The Film Society of Minneapolis St. Paul (MSP Film) is Minnesota’s foremost film exhibition organization\, and a 501(c)(3) non-profit. We bring the best of international and independent cinema to Minnesota audiences through the Minneapolis St. Paul International Film Festival\, numerous niche film festivals and series\, and daily programming 365-days a year. \nWe promote the art of film as a medium that fosters cross-cultural understanding\, education\, entertainment\, and exploration. We offer audiences unique opportunities to experience the wealth of international cinema\, to engage with and learn from visiting international filmmakers\, and to come together and share these experiences as a community. \nOur programming serves a growing membership base and diversifying audiences of 85\,000+ annually. \nMSP Film is best known for the annual centerpiece\, the Minneapolis St. Paul International Film Festival (MSPIFF). Presented every April\, MSPIFF is the largest international arts event in the region\, exhibiting more than 250+ films from some 70 countries each year and drawing growing audiences of nearly 50\,000 in 2016. \nAll films are presented in their original language with English subtitles for non-English dialogue. \nOUR MISSION\nThe Mission of MSP Film is to foster a knowledgeable and vibrant appreciation of the art of film and its power to unite\, inform and transform individuals and communities. \nOur mission is accomplished through a commitment to exhibiting the very best of new and classic local\, domestic and international independent cinema. These notable award-winning films represent many perspectives and experiences and are\, for the most part\, simply not otherwise available to audiences in the region. And so\, through the power of great cinema\, we expose our audiences\, in a unique way\, to a rare mix of cultures\, ideas\, current affairs and notable filmmaking from around the world. \nOur mission is carried out through the annual Minneapolis St. Paul International Film Festival\, regular special themed series\, and daily screenings of new releases and classics from around the globe. \nDEADLINES & FEES\nOpening Submission Date\nJuly 15\, 2025 \nNotification Date\nMarch 10\, 2026 \nEvent Date\nApril 8 - 19\, 2026 \n\n\n\n\nEarlybird\nRegular\nLate\nExtended\n\n\nFeature Films\nSept 1\, 2025: $45 USD\nOct 1\, 2025: $60 USD\nNov 1\, 2025: $75 USD\nDec 1\, 2025: $90 USD\n\n\nShort Films\nSept 1\, 2025: $30 USD\nOct 1\, 2025: $45 USD\nNov 1\, 2025: $60 USD\nDec 1\, 2025: $75 USD\n\n\nNext Wave\nSept 1\, 2025: $0 USD\nOct 1\, 2025: $0 USD\nNov 1\, 2025: $0 USD\nDec 1\, 2025: $0 USD\n\n\n\nVisit the Minneapolis St. Paul International Film Festival website for more information. \n\n\nVIEW THE EVENT CALENDAR\n 
URL:https://motionpicturemaker.com/event/minneapolis-st-paul-international-film-festival-late-deadline/
LOCATION:The Main Theatre\, 115 SE Main Street\, Minneapolis\, MN\, 55414\, United States
CATEGORIES:Film Festivals
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20251101
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20251102
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SUMMARY:Miami Film Festival Regular Deadline
DESCRIPTION:Miami\, Florida\nUnited States\n  \nABOUT THE MIAMI FILM FESTIVAL\nMiami Film Festival is a world-class platform for International\, American\, and Ibero-American films. The Festival showcases the work of the world’s best emerging and established filmmakers to the diverse cosmopolitan community of Miami. Cash awards totaling more than $100\,000 are given in competition categories. \nIn recent years\, the Miami Film Festival has attracted approximately 45\,000 people a year\, as well as 300 filmmakers\, producers\, talent and industry professionals from around the world as it showcases more than 100 feature narratives\, documentaries and short films of all genres\, from 40 different countries. Highlights of recent festivals have included award presentations and exclusive in-depth conversations with film legends Pedro Almodovar\, Penelope Cruz\, Rita Moreno\, Riz Ahmed\, Ramin Bahrani\, Ryusuke Hamaguchi\, Aldis Hodge\, Javier Camara\, Andra Day\, Ari Wegner\, Cristobal Tapia de Veer\, and Joshua James Richards; and numerous World and International Premieres. \nThe Festival also hosts dozens of world-class events every year\, including the Mercado de Cine Frances y Europeo\, which brings together over 40 buyers and sellers from Europe and Latin America; annual events in partnership with VARIETY\, including The International Feature Film Award Roundtable; as well as numerous workshops\, masterclasses\, legendary parties\, and industry happy hours. \nHistorically\, the Festival has had the privilege of hosting a noted group of filmmakers and talent\, including Barry Jenkins\, Isabelle Huppert\, Carlos Saura\, Richard Gere\, Rashida Jones\, Sarah Jessica Parker\, Lena Olin\, Pablo Larrain\, Edward James Olmos\, Monica Bellucci\, Rossy de Palma\, Gloria and Emilio Estefan\, Spike Lee\, Andy Garcia\, Patricia Clarkson\, Stella Meghie\, Joe Talbot\, Jason Reitman\, Lulu Wang and countless more. Simultaneously\, it strives to be a beacon of support to local filmmaking talent and has elevated the work of numerous local filmmakers via exciting marquee screenings and generous cash awards like the Knight Made in MIA prize for locally-produced features and shorts. \nMajor trade publications such as Variety\, The Hollywood Reporter\, Screen and Indiewire attend for coverage and reviews of the films. Miami Film Festival has also made the prestigious “One of the 50 Film Festivals Worth The Entry Fee” list by Moviemaker Magazine in recent years. \n  \nDEADLINES & FEES\nOpening Submission Date\nJuly 1\, 2025 \nNotification Date\nFebruary 18\, 2026 \nEvent Date\nApril 9 - 13\, 2026 \n  \n\n\n\n\nEarlybird\nRegular\nLate\nExtended\n\n\nAll Genres/Lengths\nSept 1\, 2025\nNov 1\, 2025\nDec 15\, 2025\nJan 5\, 2026\n\n\n\nVisit the Miami Film Festival website for more information.
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20251031
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20251101
DTSTAMP:20260415T232934
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SUMMARY:Santa Barbara International Film Festival Late Deadline
DESCRIPTION:Santa Barbara\, California\nUnited States\n  \nABOUT THE SANTA BARBARA INTERNATIONAL FILM FESTIVAL\nThe Santa Barbara International Film Festival (SBIFF) is a 501(c)(3) non-profit arts and educational organization. Over the past 35 years\, SBIFF has become one of the leading film festivals in the United States – attracting 100\,000 attendees and offering 11 days of 200+ films\, tributes and panels\, fulfilling their mission to engage\, enrich\, and inspire people through the power of film. We celebrate the art of cinema and provide impactful educational experiences for our local\, national and global communities. \nSBIFF continues its commitment to education and the community through our many free educational programs and events. In June 2016\, SBIFF entered a new era with the acquisition of the historic and beloved Riviera Theatre. After a capital campaign and renovation\, the theatre is now SBIFF’s new state-of-the-art\, year-round home\, showing new international and independent films every day. In May 2019\, SBIFF opened its own Education Center in downtown Santa Barbara on State Street to serve as a home for its many educational programs and a place for creativity and learning. \n  \nDEADLINES & FEES\nOpening Submission Date\nJuly 1\, 2025 \nNotification Date\nJanuary 9\, 2026 \nEvent Date\nFebruary 4 - 14\, 2026 \n  \n\n\n\n\nEarlybird\nRegular\nLate\nFinal\n\n\nFeature Films\nAug 8\, 2025: $70\nSept 19\, 2025: $90\nOct 31\, 2025: $115\nDec 3\, 2025: $125\n\n\nShort Films\nAug 8\, 2025: $50\nSept 19\, 2025: $60\nOct 31\, 2025: $70\nDec 3\, 2025: $80\n\n\n\nVisit the Santa Barbara International Film Festival website for more information. \n\n\nVIEW THE EVENT CALENDAR
URL:https://motionpicturemaker.com/event/santa-barbara-international-film-festival-late-deadline/
LOCATION:Riviera Theatre\, 2044 Alameda Padre Serra\, Santa Barbara\, CA\, 93103\, United States
CATEGORIES:Film Festivals
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DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20251031
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SUMMARY:Austin Film Festival
DESCRIPTION:Austin\, Texas\nUnited States\n  \nABOUT THE AUSTIN FILM FESTIVAL\nAustin Film Festival furthers the art and craft of storytelling by inspiring and championing the work of writers\, filmmakers\, and all artists who use written and visual language to tell a story. \nSince our inception in 1994\, we have used our mission – to further the art and craft of storytelling by inspiring and championing the work of writers\, filmmakers\, and all artists who use written and visual language to tell a story – as the guiding principle throughout our history and growth. We were the first organization of its kind to focus on the writer’s contribution to film and television\, and we pursued this focus with the intention of creating not only a community for writers to engage with one another\, but to build a bridge from craft to career. We have been lucky enough to build a family of storytellers from multiple mediums\, who come together in both a pursuit and celebration of story. \n\nThe AFF Film Competition is here to bring independent filmmakers and their films into the spotlight. Whether your dream is to sign a contract\, land an agent\, learn from an industry icon\, or take home the coveted Bronze Typewriter Award or one of our Audience Awards\, it’s simple: you can’t win if you don’t enter. \nMoviemaker Magazine once again named AFF one of the 50 Film Festivals Worth the Entry Fee! AFF is also proud to remain one of FilmFreeway’s Top 100 Festivals. \nAFF’s Film Competition is here to ensure that compelling stories rise above and are given the recognition they deserve. \nMost importantly\, AFF’s Narrative and Animated Short Jury Winners qualify for consideration for an Academy Award®! \nInvest in your career! The value for filmmakers at Austin Film Festival doesn’t stop with our competitions. \nAttendees of AFF’s world famous Writers Conference get access to over 175 panels\, roundtables\, pitch sessions\, and workshops\, covering every nook and cranny of the art\, craft\, and business of storytelling through film\, television\, and digital platforms. \nNo velvet ropes\, no VIP areas. In the words of Ed Solomon “there is no us and them” at AFF. Join AFF in demystifying the festival experience and instead participating in a one of a kind\, world class event. \nAll entrants receive registration discounts regardless of programming status and we urge you to join us in Austin for this year’s Austin Film Festival! \n  \nDEADLINES & FEES\nOpening Date \nDecember 9\, 2024 \nNotification Date\nSeptember 23\, 2025 \nEvent Date\nOctober 23 – 30\, 2025 \n  \n\n\n\n\nEarlybird\nRegular\nLate\nExtended\n\n\nFeature Films\nMarch 25\, 2025: $55\nMay 20\, 2025: $65\nJune 24\, 2025: $80\nJuly 10\, 2025: $90\n\n\nShort Films\nMarch 25\, 2025: $55\nMay 20\, 2025: $65\nJune 24\, 2025: $80\nJuly 10\, 2025: $90\n\n\n\n  \nVisit the Austin Film Festival website for more information. \n  \n\n\nVIEW THE EVENT CALENDAR
URL:https://motionpicturemaker.com/event/austin-film-festival/
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20251023
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20251028
DTSTAMP:20260415T232934
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SUMMARY:New Orleans Film Festival
DESCRIPTION:New Orleans\, Louisiana\nUnited States\n  \nABOUT THE NEW ORLEANS FILM FESTIVAL\nThe New Orleans Film Society is a 501(c)3 whose mission is to discover\, cultivate\, and amplify diverse voices of filmmakers who tell the stories of our time. We produce the Oscar®-qualifying New Orleans Film Festival annually and invest year-round in building a vibrant film culture in the South to share transformative cinematic experiences with audiences\, and connect dynamic filmmakers to career-advancing resources. \nNEW ORLEANS FILM SOCIETY VALUES STATEMENT\n\nStart with the art and allow artistic vision\, equity\, and social impact to guide our search for resources.\nChampion filmmakers who have been historically denied access to resources and opportunities within the industry–– including Southern artists\, women\, people of color\, LGBTQIA people\, and people with disabilities.\nSeek deep audience engagement.\nBuild a working environment that is fair and fulfilling.\nExhibit dedication and passion and believe that inspired and impactful programs arise from collaboration and mutual respect.\n\nNew Orleans shines ever brighter as an epicenter of culture and creativity during the New Orleans Film Festival\, with 500+ filmmakers from every corner of the world in attendance at 220+ films. We see our greatest impact in the exchange of ideas that occurs when over 35\,000 people gather over the course of 8 days to champion film in New Orleans and engage with visionary films\, directors\, and other film lovers. NOFF is one of the few film festivals that is Oscar®-qualifying in all three Academy-accredited categories. \nDiversity + Discovery: \nPaste Magazine praised the festival for offering “a platform to voices that still fight to be heard.” We honor three vital commitments to filmmakers and to audiences hungry for fresh work with perspectives less often represented on the silver screen: \n\n90% of the films in the festival will come from submissions\, ensuring New Orleans Film Festival is a place of discovery where all voices have an opportunity to be heard\n50% or more of the films will be helmed by women and gender non-conforming filmmakers\n55% or more will be helmed by filmmakers of color\n\n  \nDEADLINES & FEES\nOpening Submission Date\nDecember 17\, 2024 \nNotification Date\nAugust 15\, 2025 \nEvent Date\nOctober 23 - 27\, 2025 \n  \n\n\n\n\nEarlybird\nRegular\nLate\nExtended\n\n\nNarrative/Documentary Feature Films\nJan 24\, 2025: $46.50\nMar 7\, 2025: $56.50\nApr 25\, 2025: $71.50\nMay 30\, 2025: $81.50\n\n\nNarrative/Documentary Short Films\nJan 24\, 2025: $37\nMar 7\, 2025: $47\nApr 25\, 2025: $57\nMay 30\, 2025: $72.50\n\n\nAnimated/Experimental Shots\nJan 24\, 2025: $32\nMar 7\, 2025: $37.50\nApr 25\, 2025: $47.50\nMay 30\, 2025: $57.50\n\n\n\nVisit the New Orleans Film Festival website for more information. \n\n\nVIEW THE EVENT CALENDAR
URL:https://motionpicturemaker.com/event/new-orleans-film-festival/
LOCATION:N/A
CATEGORIES:Film Festivals
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20251023
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20251024
DTSTAMP:20260415T232934
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SUMMARY:Hot Docs Early Deadline
DESCRIPTION:Toronto\, Ontario\nCanada\n  \nHOT DOCS FESTIVAL EARLY DEADLINE\nHot Docs is not-for-profit organization dedicated to advancing and celebrating the art of documentary and creating production opportunities for documentary filmmakers. It was founded in 1993 by the Documentary Organization of Canada (formerly the Canadian Independent Film Caucus)\, a national association of independent documentary filmmakers. In 1996\, it became a separately incorporated organization with a mandate to showcase and support the work of Canadian and international documentary filmmakers and to promote excellence in documentary production. \nEach year\, Hot Docs Canadian International Documentary Festival — North America's largest doc festival\, conference and market — presents over 200 cutting edge films from around the world. Year round\, it supports the Canadian and international industry with professional development programs and a multi-million-dollar production fund portfolio\, and fosters education through documentaries with its popular free program Docs For Schools. \nHot Docs owns and programs the Hot Docs Ted Rogers Cinema\, a century-old landmark located in Toronto’s Annex neighbourhood and the world’s first and largest documentary cinema. During the pandemic\, Hot Docs launched the Hot Docs at Home streaming platform to provide audiences across Canada access to first-run documentaries and curated programming and events. \nInspiring change through storytelling\nOur mission is to celebrate and advance the art of documentary by bringing outstanding films to our audiences and providing essential programs and opportunities for filmmakers. \n  \nDEADLINES & FEES\nOpening Submission Date\nTBA \nNotification\nApplicants will be notified of programming decisions via email by mid-March. \nEvent Date\nApril 23 - May 3\, 2026 \n  \n  \n\n\n\n\nEarly\nRegular\nFinal\n\n\nMid-Length - Feature & Episodic\nOct 23\, 2025: $70\nDec 4\, 2025: $120\nJan 8\, 2026: $165\n\n\nShort (1-40 min)\nOct 23\, 2025: $35\nDec 4\, 2025: $50\nJan 8\, 2026: $70\n\n\n\n  \nVisit the Hot Docs website for more information. \n  \n\n\nVIEW THE EVENT CALENDAR\n\n  \n 
URL:https://motionpicturemaker.com/event/hot-docs-early-deadline/
LOCATION:Hot Docs Ted Rogers Cinema\, 506 Bloor St W\, Toronto\, Ontario\, M5S 1Y3\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Film Festivals
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20251017
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20251018
DTSTAMP:20260415T232934
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LAST-MODIFIED:20250715T030815Z
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SUMMARY:Atlanta Film Festival Late Deadline
DESCRIPTION:Atlanta\, Georgia\nUnited States\n  \nABOUT THE ATLANTA FILM FESTIVAL\nNow in its fourth decade\, the Atlanta Film Festival — one of only two-dozen Academy Award® qualifying festivals in the US — is the area’s preeminent celebration of cinema. The Atlanta Film Festival is one of the largest and longest-running festival in the country\, welcoming an audience of over 28\,000 to discover hundreds of new independent\, international\, animated\, documentary\, and short films\, selected from 8000+ submissions from all over the world.  It is also the most distinguished event in its class\, recognized as Best Film Festival by Creative Loafing\, Sunday Paper\, 10Best and Atlanta Magazine. \nAtlanta Film Festival screenings often include in-person dialog with filmmakers\, providing audiences\, artists and industry professionals with meaningful opportunities to network\, interact and engage.  Recent festival guests have included Josh Brolin (NO COUNTRY FOR OLD MEN)\, Eddie Vedder (Pearl Jam)\, Michael Ealy (BARBERSHOP)\, Jasmine Guy (DIFFERENT WORLD)\, Gary Anthony Williams (MALCOLM IN THE MIDDLE)\, Pauley Chris Moore (GOOD WILL HUNTING\,)\, Howard Zinn (The Peoples’ History of the United States)\, Ray McKinnon (THE BLIND SIDE)\, Walton Goggins (THE SHIELD)\, Margaret Cho (DROP DEAD DIVA)\, comedian Jeff Foxworthy\, Pauley Perrette (NCIS)\, Tichina Arnold (EVERYBODY HATES CHRIS)\, John Sayles (PASSION FISH)\, Hal Hartley (SIMPLE MEN)\, Carlos Cauron (RUDO Y CURSI) and Patterson Hood (Drive-By Truckers). \nThe Atlanta Film Festival is a membership-based 501(c)(3) arts non-profit  with a mission to lead the community\, both locally and worldwide\, in creative and cultural discovery through the moving image.  ATLFF presents a diverse slate of year-round offerings for film-lovers\, filmmakers\, and industry professionals.  Year round programs —screenings\, parties\, panels\, workshops\, and other educational events –provide a forum for building the community of film lovers and film supporters.  By bringing audiences and filmmakers together\, the Festival has the opportunity to broaden the perspective of both artists and moviegoers. \nMission Statement\nTo connect\, educate\, and engage audiences with the creative industry by supporting artists and providing a platform for their work. We champion cultural discovery\, foster artistic growth\, and advocate for diverse voices in film and media arts. \nHistory\nPositioned at the intersection of art\, culture and commerce\, the Atlanta Film Festival brings meaning to the moving image by championing the shared community experience\, fostering the free exchange of ideas\, and nurturing the development of a thriving industry.  The organization dates back to its founding as IMAGE Film & Video Center in 1977\, an outgrowth of the need for equipment access\, networking\, information dissemination\, and support among Georgia media artists and producers. \n  \nDEADLINES & FEES\nOpening Submission Date\nMay 4\, 2025 \nNotification Date\nFebruary 13\, 2026 \nEvent Date\nApril 23 – May 3\, 2026 \n  \n\n\n\n\nHella Early\nEarly\nRegular\nLate\nExtended\n\n\nFeature Films\nMay 30\, 2025: $50\nJune 26\, 2025: $60\nSept 12\, 2025: $70\nOct 17\, 2025: $85\nNov 7\, 2025: $105\n\n\nShort Films\nMay 30\, 2025: $40\nJune 26\, 2025: $50\nSept 12\, 2025: $60\nOct 17\, 2025: $70\nNov 7\, 2025: $85\n\n\nExperimental Short Films\nMay 30\, 2025: $15\nJune 26\, 2025: $20\nSept 12\, 2025: $25\nOct 17\, 2025: $35\nNov 7\, 2025: $55\n\n\nEpisodic Content\nMay 30\, 2025: $35\nJune 26\, 2025: $40\nSept 12\, 2025: $55\nOct 17\, 2025: $60\nNov 7\, 2025: $80\n\n\nMusic Video\nMay 30\, 2025: $15\nJune 26\, 2025: $20\nSept 12\, 2025: $25\nOct 17\, 2025: $35\nNov 7\, 2025: $55\n\n\nVirtual Reality Film\nMay 30\, 2025: $10\nJune 26\, 2025: $15\nSept 12\, 2025: $20\nOct 17\, 2025: $30\nNov 7\, 2025: $40\n\n\n\nVisit the Atlanta Film Festival website for more information. \n  \n\n\nVIEW THE EVENT CALENDAR
URL:https://motionpicturemaker.com/event/atlanta-film-festival-late-deadline/
LOCATION:Plaza Theatre\, 1049 Ponce De Leon Avenue Northeast\, Atlanta\, GA\, 30306\, United States
CATEGORIES:Film Festivals
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20251016
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20251027
DTSTAMP:20260415T232934
CREATED:20250716T002239Z
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SUMMARY:Philadelphia Film Festival
DESCRIPTION:Philadelphia\, Pennsylvania\nUnited States\n  \nABOUT THE PHILADELPHIA FILM FESTIVAL\nOver the past several years\, the Philadelphia Film Festival has grown to become not only a local gem that Philadelphians look forward to every year\, but also an important festival within the industry as a whole. The quality of the programming has been stellar\, known for scouring submissions and Festivals year-round for the perfect lineup for Philadelphia audiences. Past Festivals have featured some of the most highly-anticipated and eventual award-winning films\, including Drive My Car\, Nomadland\, Sound of Metal\, One Night in Miami\, Jojo Rabbit\, Lady Bird\, La La Land\, and Best Picture Winners Parasite\, Moonlight\, Birdman (or the Unexpected Virtue of Ignorance)\, 12 Years a Slave\, and The Artist. \nMission Statement\nPhiladelphia Film Society creates opportunities for diverse communities to experience film through initiatives that inspire\, educate\, challenge and entertain. \n  \nAbout Philadelphia Film Society\nPhiladelphia Film Society (PFS) is a 501(c)(3) member-supported nonprofit arts organization that creates opportunities for diverse communities to experience film through initiatives that inspire\, educate\, challenge\, and entertain. PFS is the region’s foremost resource for film presentation and education\, and is committed to presenting film as a transformative and powerful medium for artistic expression and a catalyst for strengthening community. As the producer of the Philadelphia Film Festival and creative force behind the Philadelphia Film Center\, PFS Bourse Theater\, and PFS Drive-In at the Navy Yard\, PFS raises awareness of film as an important art form in Philadelphia\, and serves as a vital piece of the city’s arts and culture community. \n  \nDEADLINES & FEES\nOpening Submission Date\nApril 16\, 2025 \nNotification Date\nSeptember 30\, 2025 \nEvent Date\nOctober 16 - 26\, 2025 \n  \n\n\n\n\nEarlybird\nRegular\nLate\nExtended\n\n\nFeature Films (Narrative/Documentary)\nMay 14\, 2025: $50\nJuly 16\, 2025: $60\nJuly 30\, 2025: $70\nAugust 13\, 2025: $85\n\n\nShort Films\nMay 14\, 2025: $40\nJuly 16\, 2025: $45\nJuly 30\, 2025: $50\nAugust 13\, 2025: $65\n\n\n\n  \nVisit the Philadelphia Film Festival website for more information. \n  \n\n\nVIEW THE EVENT CALENDAR
URL:https://motionpicturemaker.com/event/philadelphia-film-festival/
LOCATION:PFS Bourse Theater\, 400 Ranstead Street\, Philadelphia\, PA\, 19106\, United States
CATEGORIES:Film Festivals
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20251015
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20251020
DTSTAMP:20260415T232934
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SUMMARY:Toronto After Dark Film Festival
DESCRIPTION:ABOUT THE TORONTO AFTER DARK FILM FESTIVAL\nOne of the world’s leading showcases of new horror\, sci-fi\, action and cult films\, Toronto After Dark Film Festival has been thrilling audiences for since its establishment in 2006. It is one of the world’s leading showcases of New Horror\, Sci-Fi and Action Movies\, enjoyed by thousands of attendees each year including film lovers\, press\, industry and filmmakers. A thrilling cinematic blast for movie fans and filmmakers\, Toronto After Dark has been Voted Runner-Up for Best Film Festival in the City by audiences (BlogTO) and One of the Top Genre Film Festivals in the World by filmmakers (MovieMaker). Each year around 1\,000 filmmakers from around the world submit films in competition for a coveted screening slot at our October film showcase\, packed full of thousands of delighted audience members\, seeking new cinematic thrills and chills! \nA THRILLING SUCCESS STORY FOR MOVIE FANS & FILMMAKERS!\nInspired by a childhood love of horror\, sci-fi and action movies\, Festival Director & Founder Adam Lopez gathered up a team of like-minded movie lovers and launched Toronto After Dark October 2006 as a showcase for the latest and greatest new genre films from around the world. \nThe festival quickly established in the city and by its third edition began selling out of screenings. Many of the current festival team have been with the event since its early years\, helping bring the latest and greatest new genre films to movie lovers in the city! \nToday\, thousands of attendees a year look forward to the thrilling screenings\, lively Q&A sessions with visiting filmmaker guests\, plus take part in our social events\, where fans\, press and industry get to mingle with the filmmakers and other guests. \nToronto After Dark audiences have been amongst the first to see some of the most buzzed about genre films of recent years including LET THE RIGHT ONE IN\, THE BABADOOK\, TRICK ‘R TREAT\, TRAIN TO BUSAN\, BLACK DYNAMITE\, V/H/S\, as well as the a recent edition in the popular CHUCKY movie franchise! \nMany fan-favourite filmmakers and actors have had new works of theirs screen as part of Toronto After Dark Film Festival including:\nAdrian Brody\, Alexander Skarsgard\, Alyson Hannigan\, Angelica Huston\, Anna Chumsky\, Anna Paquin\, Anthony Head\, Awkwafina\, Bill Mosely\, Billy Zane\, Brad Dourif\, Brian Cox\, Chloe Sevigny\, Christopher Lloyd\, Clancy Brown\, Courtney Cox\, Crispin Glover\, Danny Trejo\, Dave Foley \, David Arquette\, Denis Villeneuve\, Dolph Lundgren\, Don Mancini\, Eli Roth\, Elijah Wood\, Emma Roberts\, Ethan Hawke\, Eva Green\, J.J.Abrams\, Jason Mewes\, Jason Statham\, Jean-Claude Van Damme\, Jeffrey Combs\, Jennifer Tilly\, Jet Li\, Joe Dante\, John Landis\, John Travolta\, John Waters\, Kat Dennings\, Lance Henriksen\, Leelee Sobieski\, Liev Schreiber\, Lloyd Kaufman\, Mark Hamill\, Martin Starr\, Michael Biehn\, Michael Rapaport\, Mickey Rourke\, Mike Flanagan\, Milla Jovovich\, Milo Ventimiglia\, Natasha Lyonne\, Neil Marshall\, Ray Harryhausen\, Ray Wise\, Robert Englund\, Ron Perlman\, Rosanna Arquette\, Sam Neil\, Selma Blair\, Simon Pegg\, Sion Sono\, Sonny Chiba\, Takashi Miike\, Thomas Jane\, Ti West\, Tom Savini\, Tony Todd\, Udo Kier\, Walter Koenig\, William Shatner and Zachary Quinto. \n  \nDEADLINES & FEES\nOpening Date\nMay 8 \, 2025 \nNotification Date\nSeptember 30\, 2025 \nEvent Date\nOctober 15 - 19\, 2025 \n  \n\n\n\n\nEarly\nRegular\nLate\nFinal\n\n\nFeature Films\nMay 30\, 2025: $75\nJune 27\, 2025: $85\nJuly 4\, 2025: $95\nJuly 25\, 2025: $105\n\n\nShort Films\nMay 30\, 2025: $60\nJune 27\, 2025: $70\nJuly 4\, 2025: $80\nJuly 25\, 2025: $90\n\n\n\nVisit the Toronto After Dark Film Festival website for more information. \n\n\nVIEW THE EVENT CALENDAR\n  \n 
URL:https://motionpicturemaker.com/event/toronto-after-dark-film-festival/
LOCATION:Scotiabank Theatre Toronto\, 259 Richmond St W\, Toronto\, Ontario\, M5V 3M6\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Film Festivals
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20251013
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20251014
DTSTAMP:20260415T232934
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SUMMARY:Slamdance Film Festival Extended Deadline
DESCRIPTION:Park City\, Utah\nUnited States\n  \nSLAMDANCE FILM FESTIVAL EXTENDED DEADLINE\nThe Slamdance Film Festival is a showcase for raw and innovative filmmaking that lives and bleeds by its mantra: By Filmmakers\, For Filmmakers. Slamdance has created a track record for showcasing breakthrough artists that is beyond dispute. Filmmakers who first presented their work at the festival are now amongst the biggest names in the entertainment industry. Alumni who have shown their early short films and debut features at Slamdance include Rian Johnson (Knives Out)\, Ari Aster (Midsommar)\, Gina Prince-Bythewood (The Old Guard)\, The Russo Brothers (Avengers: Endgame)\, Bong Joon Ho (Parasite)\, Lena Dunham (Girls)\, Jon M. Chu (Crazy Rich Asians)\, Lynn Shelton (Little Fires Everywhere) and Christopher Nolan (Dunkirk). \nThe Slamdance Film Festival accepts films in every genre\, on any topic\, from every country around the world. We spotlight low-budget Narrative and Documentary Features by first-time directors\, Breakout Features from non-first time directors\, short films across genres\, and episodes. We do not disqualify any films based on premiere status or date of completion. \nThe festival program is selected entirely from our blind submissions pool and no films are given special treatment based on who made them or who they know. Over 200 Slamdance alumni filmmakers are responsible for the programming and organization of the festival. Comprised of a variety of backgrounds\, interests\, and talents\, but with no individual filmmaker’s vote valued more than any other\, Slamdance committees have been able to stay close to its original DIY spirit and continue to champion the bleeding-edge of contemporary filmmaking. \n"Of all the Sundance myths that developed over the last 35 years\, the biggest fallacy is that of being magically discovered and launching one’s career on a snow-covered January evening in Park City. If anything\, when that does happen\, it’s across the street at Slamdance” - IndieWire \n  \nDEADLINES & FEES\nOpening Submission Date\nMay 14\, 2025 \nNotification Date\nDecember 17\, 2025 \nEvent Date\nFebruary 19 - 25\, 2026 \n  \n\n\n\n\nEarly Bird\nRegular\nLate\nExtended\n\n\nFeature Films\nJuly 7\, 2025 : $70\nAug 11\, 2025: $90\nSept 15\, 2025: $110\nOct 13\, 2025: $130\n\n\nShort Films\nJuly 7\, 2025: $50\nAug 11\, 2025: $60\nSept 15\, 2025: $70\nOct 13\, 2025: $90\n\n\n\n  \nVisit the Slamdance Film Festival website for more information. \n\n\nVIEW THE EVENT CALENDAR
URL:https://motionpicturemaker.com/event/slamdance-film-festival-extended-deadline/
LOCATION:N/A
CATEGORIES:Film Festivals
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20251009
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20251020
DTSTAMP:20260415T232934
CREATED:20250714T002357Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250714T044239Z
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SUMMARY:Heartland Film Festival
DESCRIPTION:Indianapolis\, Indiana\nUnited States\n  \nABOUT THE HEARTLAND FILM FESTIVAL\nHeartland Film has hosted the annual Heartland Film Festival in Indianapolis\, Indiana since 1992. We strive to be the preeminent destination for connecting audiences and filmmakers to experience the transformative power of film. This festival has grown from a four day event with fewer than 20 films to what is now an 11-day celebration that typically showcases 300+ feature film screenings and 200+ filmmakers. \nHeartland Film is a nonprofit arts organization that runs the 11-day Heartland International Film Festival in October\, the Academy Award®-Qualifying Indy Shorts International Film Festival in July\, the Truly Moving Picture Award and other year-round programs. \nBased in Indianapolis\, Indiana\, Heartland Film was founded in 1991 with the mission to curate\, promote and celebrate thoughtful and engaging films from diverse perspectives. The films we select and exhibit – whether they inspire conversation\, ignite imagination\, or shift perspectives – all have one thing in common: they are entertaining films that do more than just entertain. \nOver the years\, we presented $3.5 million in cash prize – the largest total amount awarded by any film festival in North America – presented 200+ studio films with the Truly Moving Picture Award\, and showcased more than 2\,000 feature and short films\, including eight Oscar®-winning titles. To view our past Festival guidebooks\, pictures\, films and more check out digital archives section here! \nVision: Heartland Film is the preeminent destination for connecting audiences and filmmakers to experience transformative film. \n  \nDEADLINES & FEES\nOpening Submission Date\nNovember 19\, 2024 \nNotification Date\nSeptember 4\, 2025 \nEvent Date\nOctober 9 - 19\, 2025 \n  \n\n\n\n\nEarly Bird\nRegular\nLate\nExtended\n\n\nFeature Films\nFeb 2\, 2025: $50\nMay 18\, 2025: $65\nJune 8\, 2025: $85\nJuly 6\, 2025: $105\n\n\nHorror Feature (Specialty showcase)\nFeb 2\, 2025: Free\nMay 18\, 2025: $32.50\nJune 8\, 2025: $42.50\nJuly 6\, 2025: $52.50\n\n\n\n  \nVisit the Heartland Film Festival website for more information. \n  \n\n\nVIEW THE EVENT CALENDAR
URL:https://motionpicturemaker.com/event/heartland-film-festival/
LOCATION:Living Room Theaters\, 745 East 9th Street\, Indianapolis\, IN\, 46202\, United States
CATEGORIES:Film Festivals
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20251002
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20251013
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SUMMARY:Vancouver International Film Festival
DESCRIPTION:Vancouver\, British Columbia\nCanada\n  \nABOUT THE VANCOUVER INTERNATIONAL FILM FESTIVAL (VIFF)\nVancouver International Film Festival is the home of film and film culture in Western Canada.\nDriven by passion and curatorial excellence\, VIFF encourages understanding of the world’s cultures through the art of cinema. We believe that film has a unique ability to celebrate the complexity of the human condition and that it is our responsibility to steward that power toward creating meaningful change in our world. \nFounded in 1982\, The Greater Vancouver International Film Festival Society is a not-for-profit cultural organization that operates the internationally acclaimed Vancouver International Film Festival (VIFF) and the year-round programming of the theatres at the VIFF Centre. \n  \nCanadian Submission Categories\n\nCanadian Narrative Features\nOpen to narrative films with runtimes over 25 minutes directed by a Canadian citizen or permanent resident with Canada listed as one of the countries of production OR with 51% or more Canadian financing. Feature length films must not have been broadcast\, distributed on VOD/home video\, or screened in-person either at another festival or theatrically in the Vancouver area.\nCanadian Documentaries\nOpen to nonfiction films with runtimes over 25 minutes directed by a Canadian citizen or permanent resident with Canada listed as one of the countries of production OR with 51% or more Canadian financing. Feature length films must not have been broadcast\, distributed on VOD/home video\, or screened in-person either at another festival or theatrically in the Vancouver area.\nCanadian Shorts\nOpen to narrative and nonfiction films (including animation) with runtimes of 25 minutes or less directed by a Canadian citizen or permanent resident with Canada listed as one of the countries of production OR with 51% or more Canadian financing. VIFF will consider short films that have been made available online.\n\n  \nInternational Submission Categories\n\nInternational Narrative Features\nOpen to non-Canadian narrative films with runtimes over 25 minutes. Feature length films must not have been broadcast\, distributed on VOD/home video\, or screened in-person either at another festival or theatrically in the Vancouver area.\nInternational Documentaries\nOpen to non-Canadian nonfiction films with runtimes over 25 minutes. Feature length films must not have been broadcast\, distributed on VOD/home video\, or screened in-person either at another festival or theatrically in the Vancouver area.\nInternational Shorts\nOpen to non-Canadian narrative and nonfiction films with runtimes of 25 minutes or less. Short films must not have been screened either at another festival or publicly in the Vancouver area. VIFF will consider short films that have been made available online.\n\n  \nDEADLINES & FEES\nOpening Submission Date\nJanuary 22\, 2025 \nNotification Date\nAugust 15\, 2025 \nEvent Date\nOctober 2 – 12\, 2025 \n  \n\n\n\nDeadline\nEarly\nRegular\nLate\n\n\nInternational Features\nApr 18\, 2025: $55\nMay 16\, 2025: $65\nJune 6\, 2025: $75\n\n\nInternational Shorts\nApr 18\, 2025: $40\nMay 16\, 2025: $45\nJune 6\, 2025: $50\n\n\nCanadian Features\nApr 18\, 2025: $45\nMay 16\, 2025: $50\nJune 6\, 2025: $55\n\n\nCanadian Shorts\nApr 18\, 2025: $30\nMay 16\, 2025: $35\nJune 6\, 2026: $40\n\n\n\nVisit the Vancouver International Film Festival website for more information. \n  \n\n\nVIEW THE EVENT CALENDAR\n\n  \n 
URL:https://motionpicturemaker.com/event/vancouver-international-film-festival-viff/
LOCATION:VIFF Centre\, 1181 Seymour St.\, Vancouver\, BC\, V6B 3M7\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Film Festivals
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DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20251002
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SUMMARY:Minneapolis St. Paul International Film Festival Regular Deadline
DESCRIPTION:Minneapolis\, Minnesota\nUnited States\n  \nABOUT THE MINNEAPOLIS ST. PAUL INTERNATIONAL FILM FESTIVAL (MSPIFF)\nFounded in 1962\, The Film Society of Minneapolis St. Paul (MSP Film) is Minnesota’s foremost film exhibition organization\, and a 501(c)(3) non-profit. We bring the best of international and independent cinema to Minnesota audiences through the Minneapolis St. Paul International Film Festival\, numerous niche film festivals and series\, and daily programming 365-days a year. \nWe promote the art of film as a medium that fosters cross-cultural understanding\, education\, entertainment\, and exploration. We offer audiences unique opportunities to experience the wealth of international cinema\, to engage with and learn from visiting international filmmakers\, and to come together and share these experiences as a community. \nOur programming serves a growing membership base and diversifying audiences of 85\,000+ annually. \nMSP Film is best known for the annual centerpiece\, the Minneapolis St. Paul International Film Festival (MSPIFF). Presented every April\, MSPIFF is the largest international arts event in the region\, exhibiting more than 250+ films from some 70 countries each year and drawing growing audiences of nearly 50\,000 in 2016. \nAll films are presented in their original language with English subtitles for non-English dialogue. \nOUR MISSION\nThe Mission of MSP Film is to foster a knowledgeable and vibrant appreciation of the art of film and its power to unite\, inform and transform individuals and communities. \nOur mission is accomplished through a commitment to exhibiting the very best of new and classic local\, domestic and international independent cinema. These notable award-winning films represent many perspectives and experiences and are\, for the most part\, simply not otherwise available to audiences in the region. And so\, through the power of great cinema\, we expose our audiences\, in a unique way\, to a rare mix of cultures\, ideas\, current affairs and notable filmmaking from around the world. \nOur mission is carried out through the annual Minneapolis St. Paul International Film Festival\, regular special themed series\, and daily screenings of new releases and classics from around the globe. \nDEADLINES & FEES\nOpening Submission Date\nJuly 15\, 2025 \nNotification Date\nMarch 10\, 2026 \nEvent Date\nApril 8 - 19\, 2026 \n\n\n\n\nEarlybird\nRegular\nLate\nExtended\n\n\nFeature Films\nSept 1\, 2025: $45 USD\nOct 1\, 2025: $60 USD\nNov 1\, 2025: $75 USD\nDec 1\, 2025: $90 USD\n\n\nShort Films\nSept 1\, 2025: $30 USD\nOct 1\, 2025: $45 USD\nNov 1\, 2025: $60 USD\nDec 1\, 2025: $75 USD\n\n\nNext Wave\nSept 1\, 2025: $0 USD\nOct 1\, 2025: $0 USD\nNov 1\, 2025: $0 USD\nDec 1\, 2025: $0 USD\n\n\n\nVisit the Minneapolis St. Paul International Film Festival website for more information. \n\n\nVIEW THE EVENT CALENDAR\n 
URL:https://motionpicturemaker.com/event/minneapolis-st-paul-international-film-festival-regular-deadline/
LOCATION:The Main Theatre\, 115 SE Main Street\, Minneapolis\, MN\, 55414\, United States
CATEGORIES:Film Festivals
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ORGANIZER;CN="MSP Film Society":MAILTO:info@mspfilm.org
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250926
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20251014
DTSTAMP:20260415T232934
CREATED:20250715T004532Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250715T035052Z
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SUMMARY:New York Film Festival
DESCRIPTION:New York\, New York\nUnited States\n  \nABOUT THE NEW YORK FILM FESTIAL\nFilm at Lincoln Center is devoted to supporting the art and elevating the craft of cinema. The only branch of the world-renowned arts complex Lincoln Center to shine a light on the everlasting yet evolving importance of the moving image\, this nonprofit organization was founded in 1969 to celebrate American and international film. Via year-round programming and discussions; its annual New York Film Festival; and its publications\, including Film Comment\, the U.S.’s premier magazine about films and film culture\, Film at Lincoln Center endeavors to make the discussion and appreciation of cinema accessible to a broader audience\, as well as to ensure that it will remain an essential art form for years to come. \nAs an independent constituent of the world’s foremost performing arts center\, Film at Lincoln Center presents year-round programming that includes premieres of new films from an international roster of established and emerging directors\, major retrospectives\, in-depth filmmaker talks\, and high profile events. Film at Lincoln Center is one of those rare institutions whose stature is matched by its popularity\, each year welcoming an aggregate audience of more than 200\,000 film aficionados\, filmmakers\, and industry leaders of every nationality\, age\, economic\, and ethnic group. The organization has been a pioneer among film institutions and one of the film world’s most respected and influential arbiters of cinematic trends and discoveries. Martin Scorsese\, Rainer Werner Fassbinder\, Agnès Varda\, Wong Kar-Wai\, Pedro Almodóvar\, Spike Lee\, Wes Anderson—over the last four decades there is scarcely a major director who has not been introduced to American audiences by Film at Lincoln Center. \nFilm at Lincoln Center is best known for two world-class international festivals—the New York Film Festival (the most famous and prestigious in the country)\, and New Directors/New Films (celebrating new cinematic artists). It runs two state-of-the-art\, year-round cinemas\, the Walter Reade Theater (268 seats) and the Elinor Bunin Munroe Film Center—Francesca Beale Theater (150 seats)\, Howard Gilman Theater (90 seats)\, and Amphitheater (75 seats)—and publishes the country’s most respected cinematic journal\, Film Comment. Each year the organization presents its annual Chaplin Award Gala Tribute honoring legendary stars and industry leaders of our generation at Lincoln Center’s Alice Tully Hall. At various times of the year\, Film at Lincoln Center partners with Hollywood studios to present premieres and special live appearances. \nFilm at Lincoln Center is a proud supporter of the International Federation of Film Archives (FIAF). \nDEADLINES & FEES\nOpening Date\nFebruary 24\, 2025 \nNotification Date\nAugust 15\, 2025 \nEvent Date\nSeptember 26 – October 13\, 2025 \n  \n\n\n\n\nSuper Early\, Early\, Earlybird\nEarly\, Early\, Earlybird\nEarly\, Earlybird\nEarlybird\nRegular\nRegular Extended\nExtended\nLate\nExtended Late\nFinal\n\n\nFeature/Short All Genres\nTBA: $40\nTBA: $45\nTBA: $50\nTBA: $60\nTBA: $70\nTBA: $80\nTBA: $90\nTBA: $95\nTBA: $100\nTBA: $110\n\n\n\n  \nVisit the New York Film Festival website for more information. \n  \n\n\nVIEW THE EVENT CALENDAR
URL:https://motionpicturemaker.com/event/new-york-film-festival/
LOCATION:Lincoln Center for the Performing Arts\, 70 Lincoln Center Plaza #4\, New York\, New York\, 10023\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Film Festivals
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250922
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250923
DTSTAMP:20260415T232934
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SUMMARY:Mountainfilm Festival Open for Submissions
DESCRIPTION:Telluride\, Colorado\nUnited States\n  \nMountainfilm Festival Open for Submissions\nThe Mountainfilm Documentary Festival is now open for submissions! Enter your film now\, to be part of this community of filmmakers and change makers\, inspiring audiences to create a better world. \n  \nABOUT MOUNTAINFILM DOCUMENTARY FESTIVAL\nCelebrating  Indomitable Spirit Since 1979\nUsing the power of film\, art and ideas\, Mountainfilm inspires audiences to create a better world. Held every Memorial Day weekend\, the Mountainfilm festival brings together a community of filmmakers and change makers\, showcasing documentary films that celebrate adventure\, activism\, social justice\, environment and indomitable spirit. \nMountainfilm takes place on the traditional\, ancestral\, and unceded homelands of the Nuchu (Ute) and Pueblo people. \nMountainfilm uses the power of film\, art and ideas to inspire audiences to create a better world. Mountainfilm is a multi-dimensional festival that celebrates adventure\, activism\, social justice\, culture\, the environment and indomitable spirit. We accept and screen feature and short films on a broad range of subjects. We are always interested in work that focuses on mountains\, mountain culture\, and mountaineering\, but we also showcase films about people who are dedicated to changing the world. See a complete list of films from the previous festival here. \nEligibility Requirements\n\nMountainfilm is a documentary film festival. If your film is not a documentary\, please do not submit.\nFeature documentaries are 40 minutes and longer. Shorts are under 40 minutes\, including credits.\nFilm entries may be of any length\, from any country\, and on any subject in keeping with our mission. Subtitled films should either be in English or include English subtitles.\nAt this time\, we do not accept VR projects.\nWith very few exceptions\, Mountainfilm requires that films have not been screened or broadcast in Colorado prior to the festival. We take other previous screenings\, broadcasts\, and online availability into consideration when making official selections.\nMountainfilm prefers newer films for inclusion. For the 2024 festival\, we are seeking films making their premieres after January of 2023.\nWe will consider shorts that have had an online presence\, though our preference is to highlight work that has not already reached a large audience.\n\nSubmission Guidelines\n\nOnly complete applications will be considered. This includes full contact information\, film synopsis and specs\, hi-res production stills\, a trailer (features only)\, a Vimeo screener link and director headshot and bio.\nWe strongly prefer Vimeo links over FilmFreeway's video uploads.\nYour screener link must remain active until June 15\, 2024.\nEntry fees are non-refundable.\nIf you are from an LMIC\, a BIPOC filmmaker\, or a student\, please contact us for a submission fee discount/waiver.\n\n  \nDEADLINES & FEES\nOpening Submission Date\nSeptember 22\, 2025 \nNotification Date\nApril 15\, 2026 \nEvent Date\nMay 21 – 25\, 2026 \n  \n\n\n\n\nEarly\nOfficial\nLate\n\n\nFeature Films\nNov 11\, 2025: $50\nDec 16\, 2025: $60\nJan 5\, 2026: $75\n\n\nShort Films\nNov 11\, 2025: $30\nDec 16\, 2025: $40\nJan 5\, 2026: $55\n\n\n\nFeatures are defined as 40 minutes and above\, shorts as less than 40 minutes. \n  \nVisit the Mountainfilm Documentary Film Festival website for more information. \n  \n\n\nVIEW THE EVENT CALENDAR\n  \n 
URL:https://motionpicturemaker.com/event/mountainfilm-festival-open-for-submissions/
LOCATION:N/A
CATEGORIES:Film Festivals
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250919
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250920
DTSTAMP:20260415T232934
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SUMMARY:Santa Barbara International Film Festival Regular Deadline
DESCRIPTION:Santa Barbara\, California\nUnited States\n  \nABOUT THE SANTA BARBARA INTERNATIONAL FILM FESTIVAL\nThe Santa Barbara International Film Festival (SBIFF) is a 501(c)(3) non-profit arts and educational organization. Over the past 35 years\, SBIFF has become one of the leading film festivals in the United States – attracting 100\,000 attendees and offering 11 days of 200+ films\, tributes and panels\, fulfilling their mission to engage\, enrich\, and inspire people through the power of film. We celebrate the art of cinema and provide impactful educational experiences for our local\, national and global communities. \nSBIFF continues its commitment to education and the community through our many free educational programs and events. In June 2016\, SBIFF entered a new era with the acquisition of the historic and beloved Riviera Theatre. After a capital campaign and renovation\, the theatre is now SBIFF’s new state-of-the-art\, year-round home\, showing new international and independent films every day. In May 2019\, SBIFF opened its own Education Center in downtown Santa Barbara on State Street to serve as a home for its many educational programs and a place for creativity and learning. \n  \nDEADLINES & FEES\nOpening Submission Date\nJuly 1\, 2025 \nNotification Date\nJanuary 9\, 2026 \nEvent Date\nFebruary 4 - 14\, 2026 \n  \n\n\n\n\nEarlybird\nRegular\nLate\nFinal\n\n\nFeature Films\nAug 8\, 2025: $70\nSept 19\, 2025: $90\nOct 31\, 2025: $115\nDec 3\, 2025: $125\n\n\nShort Films\nAug 8\, 2025: $50\nSept 19\, 2025: $60\nOct 31\, 2025: $70\nDec 3\, 2025: $80\n\n\n\nVisit the Santa Barbara International Film Festival website for more information. \n\n\nVIEW THE EVENT CALENDAR
URL:https://motionpicturemaker.com/event/santa-barbara-international-film-festival-regular-deadline/
LOCATION:Riviera Theatre\, 2044 Alameda Padre Serra\, Santa Barbara\, CA\, 93103\, United States
CATEGORIES:Film Festivals
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250918
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250926
DTSTAMP:20260415T232934
CREATED:20250308T015800Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250309T171409Z
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SUMMARY:Fantastic Fest
DESCRIPTION:Fantastic Fest Film Festival\nLocated in the United States\, the Fantastic Fest film festival takes place in September in Austin\, Texas. It is the largest genre film festival in the US\, specializing in horror\, fantasy\, sci-fi\, and action movies. Read on for more information about Fantastic Fest\, including the opening submission date\, notification date\, festival dates\, and other important information. \nABOUT FANTASTIC FEST\nFantastic Fest is the largest genre film festival in the US\, specializing in horror\, fantasy\, sci-fi\, action and just plain fantastic movies from all around the world. The festival is dedicated to championing challenging and thought-provoking cinema\, celebrating new voices and new stories from around the world and supporting new filmmakers. We work with various other festivals\, archives\, cinematheques and individuals to spotlight lesser-known film regions\, luminaries and more in an ongoing effort to expand the general knowledge and appreciation of cinema. We are committed to supporting film in its most provocative\, ground-breaking and underseen forms\, and giving the audience a chance to find new favorites and future genre classics. \nEach year we bring together fans\, guests\, industry\, press and others in an inclusive and fun environment for a weeklong celebration of film in all its forms through carefully curated screenings and events\, both in and outside of the theaters. \nIn years past\, Fantastic Fest has been home to world premieres of THE BLACK PHONE\, JOHN WICK\, FRANKENWEENIE\, MACHETE KILLS\, RED DAWN\, THERE WILL BE BLOOD\, APOCALYPTO\, ZOMBIELAND\, RED\, SPLIT\, OVERLORD\, APOSTLE and THE NIGHT COMES FOR US\, while the guest roster has included such talent as Edgar Wright\, Julia Ducournau\, Noomi Rapace\, Bong Joon-Ho\, Tim Burton\, Nicolas Winding-Refn\, Lilly and Lana Wachowski\, Robert Rodriguez\, Rian Johnson\, Bill Murray\, Keanu Reeves\, Winona Ryder\, Edward Norton\, Ryan Reynolds\, Patrick Wilson\, Matthew Fox\, Josh Hartnett\, The RZA\, Dolph Lundgren\, Paul Rudd\, Bill Pullman\, Paul Thomas Anderson\, Kevin Smith\, Jon Favreau\, George Romero\, Darren Aronofsky\, Mike Judge\, M. Night Shyamalan\, James McAvoy\, Jonah Hill\, Jamie Lee Curtis\, Steven Yeun\, Danny McBride\, Tenacious D and more. \nFantastic Fest has been hailed as one of the “25 coolest film festivals” by MovieMaker Magazine\, “the wildest film festival in America” by The Guardian\, “a secret weapon for the arthouse market” by Indiewire as well as “the coolest film festival in the world” by IGN. \n  \nFANTASTIC FEST DEADLINES & FEES\nOpening Submission Date\nJanuary 13\, 2025 \nNotification Date\nAugust 22\, 2025 \nEvent Date\nSeptember 18–25\, 2025 \n  \n\n\n\n\nEarlybird\nRegular\nLate\nExtended Deadline\n\n\nFeature Films\nFeb 14\, 2025: $50\nApril 18\, 2025: $60\nMay 23\, 2025: $70\nJune 13\, 2025: $80\n\n\nShort Films\nFeb 14\, 2025: $40\nApril 18\, 2025: $45\nMay 23\, 2025: $50\nJune 13\, 2025: $60\n\n\nEpisodic\nFeb 14\, 2025: $40\nApril 18\, 2025: $45\nMay 23\, 2025: $50\nJune 13\, 2025: $60\n\n\n\nVisit the Fantastic Fest website for more information.
URL:https://motionpicturemaker.com/event/fantastic-fest/
LOCATION:Alamo Drafthouse Cinema South Lamar\, 1120 S Lamar Blvd\, Austin\, TX\, 78704\, United States
CATEGORIES:Film Festivals
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250918
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250925
DTSTAMP:20260415T232934
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SUMMARY:Nashville Film Festival
DESCRIPTION:Nashville\, Tennessee\nUnited States\n  \nABOUT THE NASHVILLE FILM FESTIVAL\nThe Nashville Film Festival (NashFilm) celebrates innovation\, music and the many voices of the human spirit through the art of film. Originally founded in 1969\, the Nashville Film Festival is one of the longest-running film festivals in the United States and the first in the South. NashFilm discovers\, elevates\, and honors filmmakers\, screenwriters and musicians from around the world while engaging\, connecting and strengthening the community. \nNashFilm presents the best in independent film including world cinema\, U.S. indies\, narratives\, documentaries\, and numerous short form programs by veteran masters\, up-and-coming directors\, and first-time filmmakers. \nNashville Film Festival films have won the highest honors in the film world including multiple Academy Award nominees and Oscar awards. \nWith Academy Award qualifying status and numerous shorts programs\, NashFilm has screened many prize-winning narrative\, documentary and animated shorts. \nNashville is Music City. NashFilm emphasizes the music in films. Some of the most memorable songs in films have been written and performed by Nashville’s songwriters and artists. In addition to the many films about music and the Music Films in Music City awards\, NashFilm presents showcases\, workshops\, and other events where these songwriters and artists come together with film professionals from Hollywood and around the world to promote collaboration. \nWith a strong commitment to independent and innovative filmmaking\, NashFilm offers some truly unique awards. Filmmakers compete for cash and prizes valued at more than $100\,000. Winners of the Short Documentary\, Short Narrative and Short Animation competitions qualify for Academy Award consideration. \nFilmmakers from across the country and around the world attend the festival every year. Celebrity honorees and participants have included Willem Dafoe\, Oprah Winfrey\, George Clooney\, Susan Sarandon\, Matthew Modine\, John Turturro\, William H. Macy\, Al Gore\, Nicole Kidman\, Danny Glover\, Vincent D’Onofrio\, Tim Blake Nelson\, Joey Lauren Adams\, Rob Thomas\, Craig Brewer\, Harmony Korine\, Ashley Judd\, Kiefer Sutherland\, Joshua Jackson\, Brad Paisley\, Kimberly Williams-Paisley\, Patrick Swayze\, Christine Vachon\, John Waters\, Matthew McConaughey\, Robert Redford\, James Cromwell\, Harry Belafonte among many others. \n  \nENTRY GUIDELINES\n\nEntries must not have premiered to the public in-person or virtually before January 1\, 2023.\nFilms that have screened virtually at a Festival prior to the Nashville Film Festival are eligible for submission and competition.\nCompetition is open to U.S. and International entries. Please check individual categories for additional requirements.\nFilms submitted in previous years are not eligible for resubmission to the current and open season.\nNashFilm will program 1-2 Spotlight sections this year. The films will be out of competition\, but contain a highly curated selection of films that share a common theme.\nFeature films are 40 minutes in length or longer. Short films are under 40 minutes in length.\nFilms not in the English language must be subtitled in English.\nEntries must be submitted for pre-screening via filmfreeway. If you use a secured link\, you are REQUIRED to keep us updated with passwords or your film may be rejected. NO HARD COPIES WILL BE ACCEPTED FOR ENTRIES.\nWorks-in-progress are accepted but are not encouraged. We can’t promise that we will be able to watch re-edited submissions. Please only submit work-in-progress if you are submitting close to the final deadline.\nYou may submit multiple entries but must fill out a separate entry form and pay an entry fee for each.\nNashFilm employees\, including seasonal staff\, board members\, sponsors\, and their immediate families\, are not eligible to submit in any category to this competition.\nBy submitting your work you are giving permission for the Nashville Film Festival to showcase your work at the festival and for promotional purposes.\nAny potential prize awards are subject to all relevant federal and/or state laws and are therefore not guaranteed. Prize winners are responsible for providing required documentation in a timely manner and are responsible for any tax liabilities they may incur. Nashville Film Festival is not responsible for providing tax advice.\n\n  \nDEADLINES & FEES\nOpening Submission Date\nJanuary 1\, 2025 \nNotification Date\nAugust 6\, 2025 \nEvent Date\nSeptember 18 - 24\, 2025 \n  \n\n\n\n\nEarly Bird\nRegular\nLate\nExtended\n\n\nFeature Films\nMarch 5\, 2025: $60\nMay 7\, 2025: $70\nMay 28\, 2025: $85\nJune 13\, 2025: $95\n\n\nShort Films\nMarch 5\, 2025: $45\nMay 7\, 2025: $55\nMay 28\, 2025: $70\nJune 13\, 2025: $80\n\n\nEpisodic\nMarch 5\, 2025: $45\nMay 7\, 2025: $55\nMay 28\, 2025: $70\nJune 13\, 2025: $80\n\n\n\nVisit the Nashville Film Festival website for more information.
URL:https://motionpicturemaker.com/event/nashville-film-festival/
LOCATION:N/A
CATEGORIES:Film Festivals
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250915
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250916
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SUMMARY:Canadian Film Fest Open For Submissions
DESCRIPTION:Toronto\, Ontario\nCanada\n  \nABOUT THE CANADIAN FILM FEST (CFF)\nThe CFF is a non-profit organization devoted to the celebration\, promotion and advancement of Canadian Filmmaking talent\nThe Canadian Film Fest is a non-profit organization that is dedicated to supporting Canadian independent films and cultivating emerging and established filmmaking talent. Film-loving audiences come to enjoy a diverse selection of 100% Canadian film screenings (features & shorts) and filmmakers flock to the CFF's various industry events to take advantage of essential networking opportunities. CFF's mission is to celebrate the art of cinematic storytelling by showcasing Canadian films and filmmakers. By exclusively featuring Canadian films\, its goal is to provide filmmakers with valuable showcasing and networking opportunities and to offer the public homegrown productions to view and enjoy. \nIn addition to film screenings the CFF presents the CFF Industry Series with industry panelists\, masterclasses\, a screenplay competition with a cash prize and of course awesome parties. \n  \nDEADLINES & FEES\nOpening Submission Date\nSeptember 15\, 2025 \nNotification Date\nMarch 2\, 2026 \nEvent Date\nMarch 23 - 28\, 2026 \n  \n\n\n\n\nRegular\nExtended\n\n\nFeature Films\nNov 28\, 2025: $45\nDec 12\, 2025: $55\n\n\nShort Films\nNov 28\, 2025: $25\nDec 12\, 2025: $35\n\n\n\n  \nVisit the Canadian Film Fest website for more information. \n  \n\n\nVIEW THE EVENT CALENDAR\n\n  \n 
URL:https://motionpicturemaker.com/event/canadian-film-fest-open-for-submissions/
LOCATION:Scotiabank Theatre Toronto\, 259 Richmond St W\, Toronto\, Ontario\, M5V 3M6\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Film Festivals
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250912
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250913
DTSTAMP:20260415T232934
CREATED:20250715T005124Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250715T030353Z
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SUMMARY:Atlanta Film Festival Regular Deadline
DESCRIPTION:Atlanta\, Georgia\nUnited States\n  \nABOUT THE ATLANTA FILM FESTIVAL\nNow in its fourth decade\, the Atlanta Film Festival — one of only two-dozen Academy Award® qualifying festivals in the US — is the area’s preeminent celebration of cinema. The Atlanta Film Festival is one of the largest and longest-running festival in the country\, welcoming an audience of over 28\,000 to discover hundreds of new independent\, international\, animated\, documentary\, and short films\, selected from 8000+ submissions from all over the world.  It is also the most distinguished event in its class\, recognized as Best Film Festival by Creative Loafing\, Sunday Paper\, 10Best and Atlanta Magazine. \nAtlanta Film Festival screenings often include in-person dialog with filmmakers\, providing audiences\, artists and industry professionals with meaningful opportunities to network\, interact and engage.  Recent festival guests have included Josh Brolin (NO COUNTRY FOR OLD MEN)\, Eddie Vedder (Pearl Jam)\, Michael Ealy (BARBERSHOP)\, Jasmine Guy (DIFFERENT WORLD)\, Gary Anthony Williams (MALCOLM IN THE MIDDLE)\, Pauley Chris Moore (GOOD WILL HUNTING\,)\, Howard Zinn (The Peoples’ History of the United States)\, Ray McKinnon (THE BLIND SIDE)\, Walton Goggins (THE SHIELD)\, Margaret Cho (DROP DEAD DIVA)\, comedian Jeff Foxworthy\, Pauley Perrette (NCIS)\, Tichina Arnold (EVERYBODY HATES CHRIS)\, John Sayles (PASSION FISH)\, Hal Hartley (SIMPLE MEN)\, Carlos Cauron (RUDO Y CURSI) and Patterson Hood (Drive-By Truckers). \nThe Atlanta Film Festival is a membership-based 501(c)(3) arts non-profit  with a mission to lead the community\, both locally and worldwide\, in creative and cultural discovery through the moving image.  ATLFF presents a diverse slate of year-round offerings for film-lovers\, filmmakers\, and industry professionals.  Year round programs —screenings\, parties\, panels\, workshops\, and other educational events –provide a forum for building the community of film lovers and film supporters.  By bringing audiences and filmmakers together\, the Festival has the opportunity to broaden the perspective of both artists and moviegoers. \nMission Statement\nTo connect\, educate\, and engage audiences with the creative industry by supporting artists and providing a platform for their work. We champion cultural discovery\, foster artistic growth\, and advocate for diverse voices in film and media arts. \nHistory\nPositioned at the intersection of art\, culture and commerce\, the Atlanta Film Festival brings meaning to the moving image by championing the shared community experience\, fostering the free exchange of ideas\, and nurturing the development of a thriving industry.  The organization dates back to its founding as IMAGE Film & Video Center in 1977\, an outgrowth of the need for equipment access\, networking\, information dissemination\, and support among Georgia media artists and producers. \n  \nDEADLINES & FEES\nOpening Submission Date\nMay 4\, 2025 \nNotification Date\nFebruary 13\, 2026 \nEvent Date\nApril 23 – May 3\, 2026 \n  \n\n\n\n\nHella Early\nEarly\nRegular\nLate\nExtended\n\n\nFeature Films\nMay 30\, 2025: $50\nJune 26\, 2025: $60\nSept 12\, 2025: $70\nOct 17\, 2025: $85\nNov 7\, 2025: $105\n\n\nShort Films\nMay 30\, 2025: $40\nJune 26\, 2025: $50\nSept 12\, 2025: $60\nOct 17\, 2025: $70\nNov 7\, 2025: $85\n\n\nExperimental Short Films\nMay 30\, 2025: $15\nJune 26\, 2025: $20\nSept 12\, 2025: $25\nOct 17\, 2025: $35\nNov 7\, 2025: $55\n\n\nEpisodic Content\nMay 30\, 2025: $35\nJune 26\, 2025: $40\nSept 12\, 2025: $55\nOct 17\, 2025: $60\nNov 7\, 2025: $80\n\n\nMusic Video\nMay 30\, 2025: $15\nJune 26\, 2025: $20\nSept 12\, 2025: $25\nOct 17\, 2025: $35\nNov 7\, 2025: $55\n\n\nVirtual Reality Film\nMay 30\, 2025: $10\nJune 26\, 2025: $15\nSept 12\, 2025: $20\nOct 17\, 2025: $30\nNov 7\, 2025: $40\n\n\n\nVisit the Atlanta Film Festival website for more information. \n  \n\n\nVIEW THE EVENT CALENDAR
URL:https://motionpicturemaker.com/event/atlanta-film-festival-regular-deadline/
LOCATION:Plaza Theatre\, 1049 Ponce De Leon Avenue Northeast\, Atlanta\, GA\, 30306\, United States
CATEGORIES:Film Festivals
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250908
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250919
DTSTAMP:20260415T232934
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SUMMARY:Calgary International Film Festival
DESCRIPTION:Calgary\, Alberta\nCanada\n  \nABOUT THE CALGARY INTERNATIONAL FILM FESTIVAL\nThe Calgary International Film Festival's mission is “to entertain and engage audiences by curating the most innovative and compelling films\, and creating remarkable festival experiences.” \nAchieving our mission includes hosting a large number of participating filmmakers – both locally and from abroad – and connecting them with the audience through interactive post-screening Q&As\, networking\, and through panels and film talks open to the general public. \nLocated in one of North America's 10 Best Cities to Live and Work as a Moviemaker the Calgary International Film Festival (CIFF) has grown to be the biggest film festival in Alberta and the sixth-largest in Canada. \nOffering over $40\,000 in cash and prizes\, the festival awards outstanding films selected by the audience and esteemed juries. Showcasing an average of 200 short and feature-length\, multi-genre films\, from Canada and around the world\, CIFF is a qualifying\, accredited festival for the Academy Awards® and the Canadian Screen Awards. \nLocated on the edge of the world's most dynamic filming locations\, the festival is known for its hospitality and has been named one of the “Top 50 Film Festivals Worth the Entry Fee” by MovieMaker Magazine in 2016\, 2017\, 2019\, 2020\, 2022 and 2023! \n  \nDEADLINES & FEES\nOpening Submission Date\nTBA \nNotification Date\nTBA \nEvent Date\nSeptember 18 - 28\, 2025 \n  \n\n\n\n\nEarlybird\nRegular\nExtended\nFinal\n\n\nFeatures (Canadian)\nFeb 23\, 2024: $35\nApril 16\, 2024: $45\nMay 31\, 2024: $55\nJune 13\, 2024: $75\n\n\nFeatures (International)\nFeb 23\, 2024: $45\nApril 16\, 2024: $55\nMay 31\, 2024: $65\nJune 13\, 2024: $85\n\n\nShort Films\nFeb 23\, 2024: $30\nApril 16\, 2024: $40\nMay 31\, 2024: $50\nJune 13\, 2024: $70\n\n\nStudent Short Films\nFeb 23\, 2024: $20\nApril 16\, 2024: $30\nMay 31\, 2024: $40\nJune 13\, 2024: $60\n\n\nYouth by Youth Short Films (Under 18)\nFeb 23\, 2024: $10\nApril 16\, 2024: $15\nMay 31\, 2024: $20\nJune 13\, 2024: $30\n\n\n\nVisit the Calgary International Film Festival website for more information.
URL:https://motionpicturemaker.com/event/calgary-international-film-festival/
LOCATION:N/A
CATEGORIES:Film Festivals
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250904
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250915
DTSTAMP:20260415T232934
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LAST-MODIFIED:20250922T060445Z
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SUMMARY:Toronto International Film Festival
DESCRIPTION:Toronto\, Ontario\nCanada\n  \nABOUT THE TORONTO INTERNATIONAL FILM FESTIVAL\nTIFF is a not-for-profit cultural organization with a mission to transform the way people see the world through film. \nTIFF is dedicated to presenting the best of international and Canadian cinema and creating transformational experiences for film lovers and creators of all ages and backgrounds. \nAs Canada's premiere home of cinema\, TIFF offers screenings\, lectures\, discussions\, festivals\, workshops\, events\, professional development and opportunities to meet\, hear and learn from filmmakers from Canada and around the world. \nWe are committed to treating all individuals with respect\, dignity and fairness by removing physical\, social and economic barriers to participation. We ensure that all who wish to enjoy TIFF's programming can do so. \n  \nDEADLINES & FEES\nOpening Submission Date\nFebruary 28\, 2025 \nNotification Date\nAugust 15\, 2025 \nEvent Date\nSeptember 4 — 14\, 2025 \n  \n\n\n\n\nEarlybird\nStandard (Shorts)\nStandard (Feature)\nStandard (Episodic)\n\n\nCanadian Feature Films\nMarch 28 2025: $90\nN/A\nMay 9 2025: $155\nN/A\n\n\nCanadian Short Films\nMarch 28 2025: $50\nMay 13 2025: $75\nN/A\nN/A\n\n\nInternational Feature Films\nMarch 28 2025: $120\nN/A\nMay 9 2025: $155\nN/A\n\n\nInternational Short Films\nMarch 28 2025: $75\nMay 13 2025: $95\nN/A\nN/A\n\n\nPrimetime (Episodic)\nMarch 28 2025: $75\nN/A\nN/A\nMay 9 2022: $100\n\n\n\nVisit the Toronto International Film Festival website for more information. \n  \n\n\nVIEW THE EVENT CALENDAR
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LOCATION:TIFF Bell Lightbox\, 350 King St W\, Toronto\, Ontario\, M5V 3X5\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Film Festivals
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SUMMARY:Minneapolis St. Paul International Film Festival Earlybird Deadline
DESCRIPTION:Minneapolis\, Minnesota\nUnited States\n  \nABOUT THE MINNEAPOLIS ST. PAUL INTERNATIONAL FILM FESTIVAL (MSPIFF)\nFounded in 1962\, The Film Society of Minneapolis St. Paul (MSP Film) is Minnesota’s foremost film exhibition organization\, and a 501(c)(3) non-profit. We bring the best of international and independent cinema to Minnesota audiences through the Minneapolis St. Paul International Film Festival\, numerous niche film festivals and series\, and daily programming 365-days a year. \nWe promote the art of film as a medium that fosters cross-cultural understanding\, education\, entertainment\, and exploration. We offer audiences unique opportunities to experience the wealth of international cinema\, to engage with and learn from visiting international filmmakers\, and to come together and share these experiences as a community. \nOur programming serves a growing membership base and diversifying audiences of 85\,000+ annually. \nMSP Film is best known for the annual centerpiece\, the Minneapolis St. Paul International Film Festival (MSPIFF). Presented every April\, MSPIFF is the largest international arts event in the region\, exhibiting more than 250+ films from some 70 countries each year and drawing growing audiences of nearly 50\,000 in 2016. \nAll films are presented in their original language with English subtitles for non-English dialogue. \nOUR MISSION\nThe Mission of MSP Film is to foster a knowledgeable and vibrant appreciation of the art of film and its power to unite\, inform and transform individuals and communities. \nOur mission is accomplished through a commitment to exhibiting the very best of new and classic local\, domestic and international independent cinema. These notable award-winning films represent many perspectives and experiences and are\, for the most part\, simply not otherwise available to audiences in the region. And so\, through the power of great cinema\, we expose our audiences\, in a unique way\, to a rare mix of cultures\, ideas\, current affairs and notable filmmaking from around the world. \nOur mission is carried out through the annual Minneapolis St. Paul International Film Festival\, regular special themed series\, and daily screenings of new releases and classics from around the globe. \nDEADLINES & FEES\nOpening Submission Date\nJuly 15\, 2025 \nNotification Date\nMarch 10\, 2026 \nEvent Date\nApril 8 - 19\, 2026 \n\n\n\n\nEarlybird\nRegular\nLate\nExtended\n\n\nFeature Films\nSept 1\, 2025: $45 USD\nOct 1\, 2025: $60 USD\nNov 1\, 2025: $75 USD\nDec 1\, 2025: $90 USD\n\n\nShort Films\nSept 1\, 2025: $30 USD\nOct 1\, 2025: $45 USD\nNov 1\, 2025: $60 USD\nDec 1\, 2025: $75 USD\n\n\nNext Wave\nSept 1\, 2025: $0 USD\nOct 1\, 2025: $0 USD\nNov 1\, 2025: $0 USD\nDec 1\, 2025: $0 USD\n\n\n\nVisit the Minneapolis St. Paul International Film Festival website for more information. \n\n\nVIEW THE EVENT CALENDAR\n 
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LOCATION:The Main Theatre\, 115 SE Main Street\, Minneapolis\, MN\, 55414\, United States
CATEGORIES:Film Festivals
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ORGANIZER;CN="MSP Film Society":MAILTO:info@mspfilm.org
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SUMMARY:Fantasia International Film Festival Open for Submissions
DESCRIPTION:Montreal\, Quebec\nCanada\n  \nABOUT THE FANTASIA INTERNATIONAL FILM FESTIVAL\nOUR MISSION\nSince its beginnings\, the Fantasia International Film Festival has explored the diverse realms of genre cinema\, creating bridges between the cutting edge and the mainstream\, and providing a festive but professional environment where emerging artists are given exposure alongside their more established counterparts\, both locally and internationally. We showcase the best in Canadian and world cinema\, discovering and nurturing exciting new talents and offering a platform through which artists and audiences can connect. \nOUR VISION\nFantasia’s definition of genre cinema is broad and continually evolving; aligned with the European tradition of ‘genre’ as a challenging and elegant stream of cinema\, the festival juxtaposes pop culture with alternative culture\, and its distinct programming has enabled Montreal to radiate in the international film community. Renowned worldwide for the boundless energy of its creative team\, the festival keeps audiences coming to the theatrical environment\, enabling independent artists and distributors to have their work shown in a professional and enthusiastic milieu. While already widely considered to be one of the largest and most influential fantastic film festivals in the world\, Fantasia looks forward to expanding on its achievements with more visiting filmmakers\, industry attendees\, global media impact\, original critical writing through a monthly web magazine\, and the introduction of a film market that will enable independent media artists to exchange ideas and to connect with patrons and audiences alike. \n  \nDEADLINES & FEES\nOpening Submission Date\nSeptember 1\, 2025 \nNotification Date\nMay 30\, 2026 \nEvent Date\nJuly 16 - August 2\, 2026 \n  \n\n\n\n\nEarlybird\nRegular\nLate\nExtended Deadline\nLast Chance Deadline\n\n\nFeature Films (International)\nDec 1\, 2025: $95\nJan 1\, 2026: $100\nFeb 1\, 2026: $105\nMar 1\, 2026: $120\nApr 15\, 2026: $140\n\n\nMedium Length (International)\nDec 1\, 2025: $90\nJan 1\, 2026: $95\nFeb 1\, 2026: $100\nMar 1\, 2026: $115\nApr 15\, 2026: $130\n\n\nShort Films (International)\nDec 1\, 2025: $80\nJan 1\, 2026: $85\nFeb 1\, 2026: $90\nMar 1\, 2026: $105\nApr 15\, 2026: $120\n\n\nFeature Films (National)\nDec 1\, 2025: $75\nJan 1\, 2026: $80\nFeb 1\, 2026: $90\nMar 1\, 2026: $105\nApr 15\, 2026: $120\n\n\nMedium Length (National)\nDec 1\, 2025: $70\nJan 1\, 2026: $75\nFeb 1\, 2026: $80\nMar 1\, 2026: $95\nApr 15\, 2026: $110\n\n\nShort Films (International)\nDec 1\, 2025: $55\nJan 1\, 2026: $60\nFeb 1\, 2026: $65\nMar 1\, 2026: $80\nApr 15\, 2026: $100\n\n\n\n  \nVisit the Fantasia International Film Festival website for more information. \n\n\nVIEW THE EVENT CALENDAR\n  \n 
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CATEGORIES:Film Festivals
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SUMMARY:Miami Film Festival Earlybird Deadline
DESCRIPTION:Miami\, Florida\nUnited States\n  \nABOUT THE MIAMI FILM FESTIVAL\nMiami Film Festival is a world-class platform for International\, American\, and Ibero-American films. The Festival showcases the work of the world’s best emerging and established filmmakers to the diverse cosmopolitan community of Miami. Cash awards totaling more than $100\,000 are given in competition categories. \nIn recent years\, the Miami Film Festival has attracted approximately 45\,000 people a year\, as well as 300 filmmakers\, producers\, talent and industry professionals from around the world as it showcases more than 100 feature narratives\, documentaries and short films of all genres\, from 40 different countries. Highlights of recent festivals have included award presentations and exclusive in-depth conversations with film legends Pedro Almodovar\, Penelope Cruz\, Rita Moreno\, Riz Ahmed\, Ramin Bahrani\, Ryusuke Hamaguchi\, Aldis Hodge\, Javier Camara\, Andra Day\, Ari Wegner\, Cristobal Tapia de Veer\, and Joshua James Richards; and numerous World and International Premieres. \nThe Festival also hosts dozens of world-class events every year\, including the Mercado de Cine Frances y Europeo\, which brings together over 40 buyers and sellers from Europe and Latin America; annual events in partnership with VARIETY\, including The International Feature Film Award Roundtable; as well as numerous workshops\, masterclasses\, legendary parties\, and industry happy hours. \nHistorically\, the Festival has had the privilege of hosting a noted group of filmmakers and talent\, including Barry Jenkins\, Isabelle Huppert\, Carlos Saura\, Richard Gere\, Rashida Jones\, Sarah Jessica Parker\, Lena Olin\, Pablo Larrain\, Edward James Olmos\, Monica Bellucci\, Rossy de Palma\, Gloria and Emilio Estefan\, Spike Lee\, Andy Garcia\, Patricia Clarkson\, Stella Meghie\, Joe Talbot\, Jason Reitman\, Lulu Wang and countless more. Simultaneously\, it strives to be a beacon of support to local filmmaking talent and has elevated the work of numerous local filmmakers via exciting marquee screenings and generous cash awards like the Knight Made in MIA prize for locally-produced features and shorts. \nMajor trade publications such as Variety\, The Hollywood Reporter\, Screen and Indiewire attend for coverage and reviews of the films. Miami Film Festival has also made the prestigious “One of the 50 Film Festivals Worth The Entry Fee” list by Moviemaker Magazine in recent years. \n  \nDEADLINES & FEES\nOpening Submission Date\nJuly 1\, 2025 \nNotification Date\nFebruary 18\, 2026 \nEvent Date\nApril 9 - 13\, 2026 \n  \n\n\n\n\nEarlybird\nRegular\nLate\nExtended\n\n\nAll Genres/Lengths\nSept 1\, 2025\nNov 1\, 2025\nDec 15\, 2025\nJan 5\, 2026\n\n\n\nVisit the Miami Film Festival website for more information.
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CATEGORIES:Film Festivals
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SUMMARY:Telluride Film Festival
DESCRIPTION:Telluride\, Colorado\nUnited States\n  \nABOUT THE TELLURIDE FILM FESTIVAL\nEach Labor Day weekend\, the tiny mountain village of Telluride\, Colorado triples in size for the Telluride Film Festival. Swells of passionate film enthusiasts flood the town for four days of total cinematic immersion\, embarking on a viewing odyssey\, blissfully spending entire days in flickering dark rooms. With only an appreciation of celluloid to guide them\, these devotees flock to the show\, year after year. Why? Blind faith. We don’t reveal the program until everyone lands in town. Yet the Telluride family trusts that a unique experience will unfold. \nThe Telluride Film Festival is not just a picture show. It is Tributes to luminaries who've propelled the medium forward; it is candid discussions with a film’s creator or the historian who champions it; it is discovering that the person in line behind you made the film you just enjoyed; it is engaging in lively debate with every manner of film lover in the summer sun of a Colorado afternoon\, always minutes away from a new exhibition. Our audiences were the first in the world to laugh with JUNO\, to observe THE LIVES OF OTHERS\, to visit BROKEBACK MOUNTAIN\, to learn the secret of THE CRYING GAME\, to experience BLUE VELVET\, and to witness THE CIVIL WAR. We resurrected the silent epic NAPOLEON\, and highlighted the genius of animator Chuck Jones. \nWe take great pains to remain not a competition\, but a celebration of the best in film — past\, present and future — from all around the world. This is one weekend immersed in an unabashed carnival of film: viewing\, breathing\, eating\, and talking cinema. This is The SHOW. \n  \nGENERAL INFORMATION\nDeadline: Feature\, Student and Short films must be submitted no earlier than April 15th \, and no later than July 1st\, 2025. Early or late entries will not be accepted. \nSubmit as early as possible! Once the submission period is open\, submitting as early as possible not only allows more time for consideration\, but you will also not run the risk of missing the deadline. No late submissions will be considered at all. \nFinish line: All submissions (for all catagories) must have been completed after last year's submission deadline of July 1st\, 2024 . We will only accept works-in-progress with picture lock. Please note that we do NOT accept updated versions. \nScreening Status: With very rare exceptions\, feature length films (60 minutes or longer) will only be considered if they are to have their first North American screenings at TFF. Any domestic public exposure prior to our Labor Day event may preclude the work from eligibility. (This applies mainly to features\, we’re not so sticky about short films. However\, we do not accept shorts that have been released online prior to the Festival.) \nSubmission Method: All films must be submitted via a secure URL link and made accessible through August 1st\, 2024.  All films submitted must be downloadable.  The Telluride Film Festival is committed to the privacy and creative property of all filmmakers\, and downloads will be shared internally for programming consideration purposes only. If there are changes to the accessibility of your link\, you must contact the Festival ASAP via email: submissions@telluridefilmfestival.org \nPresentation Format: If your film is accepted for exhibition\, Telluride Film Festival accepts 35mm and DCP for screenings. \nFestival Notification: Final program determinations will be made by August 1st. You will be notified in writing by the first week of August whether your film has been invited to screen with us or not. Except in emergencies\, please do not call the Festival office for disposition. \nImportant reminder for all Filmmaker's submissions: If your film is accepted\, invitations may be sent as late as the first week of August. Please provide all the requested contact information\, especially where and how we can contact the Filmmakers themselves at that time! \n  \nDEADLINES & FEES\nOpening Submission Date\nApril 15\, 2025 \nNotification Date\nAugust 1\, 2025 \nEvent Date\nAugust 29  - September 1\, 2025 \n  \n\n\n\n\nDeadline\n\n\nFeature Films (60 mins. or longer)\nJuly 1\, 2025: $95\n\n\nShort Films (40-59 minutes)\nJuly 1\, 2025: $85\n\n\nShort Films (20-39 Minutes)\nJuly 1\, 2025: $65\n\n\nShort Films (19 Minutes and less)\nJuly 1\, 2025: $45\n\n\nStudent Films (All Lengths)\nJuly 1\, 2025: $35\n\n\n\n  \nVisit the Telluride Film Festival website for more information. \n  \n\n\nVIEW THE EVENT CALENDAR\n  \n 
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LOCATION:Sheridan Opera House\, 110 N Oak Street\, Telluride\, CO\, 81435\, United States
CATEGORIES:Film Festivals
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SUMMARY:Venice Film Festival
DESCRIPTION:Venice\, Italy\n  \nABOUT THE VENICE FILM FESTIVAL\n\n\n\n\nThe 82nd Venice International Film Festival is organised by La Biennale di Venezia and directed by Alberto Barbera. It will run on the Lido di Venezia from 27 August to 6 September 2025. The Festival is officially recognised by the FIAPF (International Federation of Film Producers Association). \n\n\nThe aim of the Festival is to raise awareness and promote international cinema in all its forms as art\, entertainment and as an industry\, in a spirit of freedom and dialogue. One section is devoted to enhance the restoration works on classic films as a contribution towards a better understanding of the history of cinema. \n\n\n\n\n  \nDEADLINES & FEES\nOpening Submission Date\nFebruary 3\, 2025 \nEvent Date\nAugust 27 - September 9\, 2025 \n  \nSUBMISSIONS\nSubmissions for feature films\, short films and immersive projects to the 81st Venice International Film Festival will open on 3 February 2025. \nSUBMISSION FOR FEATURE FILMS\nDeadline: 13 June\nSubmission fee:  € 200 until 31 May / € 250 from 1 June \nSUBMISSION FOR SHORT FILMS\nDeadline: 31 May\nSubmission fee:  € 80 until 30 April / € 100 from 1 May / Film schools: € 250 for a maximum of 10 submissions \nSUBMISSION FOR IMMERSIVE PROJECTS\nDeadline: 8 May\nSubmission fee:  € 200 until 30 April / € 250 from 1 May \n  \nOnly feature and short films presented as world premieres\, and immersive projects presented as world or international premiere\, are eligible. All works must have been completed after September 7\, 2024. \nREGULATIONS\nFAQ \nVisit the Venice Film Festival website for more information. \n  \n\n\nVIEW THE EVENT CALENDAR
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LOCATION:CA’ GIUSTINIAN\, SAN MARCO 1364/A\, Venice\, 30124\, Italy
CATEGORIES:Film Festivals
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