FAQs
What you need to know
We will only be accepting the first 40 films!
What are your deadlines?
All films must be submitted by APRIL 18, 11:59PM
What are your deadlines?
All films must be submitted by APRIL 18, 11:59PM
What are the criteria for the films?
Our short film festival is open to any genre of films with a runtime no longer than 7 minutes. Work must have been completed within the last 2 years.
What are the awards?
Best Overall Film, Best Cinematography, Best Visual Effects, Best Acting, Best Story, Best Art Direction, Best Soundtrack, People's Choice Award.
Submission Specs
VIdeo Codec: MP4
Audio Codec: H264
AAC or Uncompressed, 16 or 24bit.
Resolution: 1080p
Film Submission is FREE!
In order to be eligible to receive an award, you MUST BE PRESENT at the Film Fest Screening on May 3, 2019.
Tickets are $10.
Will I be notified if my film will be screened?
Nominated films will be announced day of at the festival screening.
Why should I submit my film?
Why should I submit my film?
Your film will be reviewed by a panel of industry professionals and SIAT Faculty.
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If selected, your film will be showcased on a big screen in front of an audience.
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Your film is eligible to win an award and a prize! Only those in attendance and whose names are on the original submission will be eligible for prizes awarded.
Your film will be reviewed by a panel of industry professionals and SIAT Faculty.
​
If selected, your film will be showcased on a big screen in front of an audience.
​
Your film is eligible to win an award and a prize! Only those in attendance and whose names are on the original submission will be eligible for prizes awarded.