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How do I submit a film?
Head to our Submit page, fill out the form with your film details, agree to the terms, and pay via PayPal. You'll get a confirmation email within 15 minutes.
Are submission fees refundable?
No. All submission fees are strictly non-refundable under any circumstances, including withdrawal, disqualification, technical issues, or non-selection. Please review your submission carefully before payment.
When will I hear if I've been selected?
All filmmakers receive their result via email on the official notification date — 31 January 2026 for the current edition. Winners are contacted personally first, then announced publicly.
Do I need to be present at the festival?
No — attendance is optional and celebrated when it happens, but not required. Winners can receive their $1,000 cash prize via PayPal or bank transfer regardless of location.
Can I submit multiple films?
Yes. Each film requires its own submission and separate fee. There's no cap on how many films one filmmaker can submit — a director could win multiple categories with different projects.
My payment failed — what now?
Your submission isn't confirmed until PayPal completes the payment. If the transaction failed, just start again from the Submit page — no data is charged unless payment succeeds. Still stuck? Email us with your PayPal transaction ID.
Do you accept films in any language?
Yes, films in any language are welcome. If your film is not in English, please provide English subtitles (either hard-coded or as a separate SRT file linked in the submission).