Independent filmmakers from anywhere in the world can have their films considered for major awards by submitting to festivals that are officially recognised for qualification.

Your Short Film Could Qualify for an Oscar. Most short filmmakers do not know this, but it is real, and open to filmmakers worldwide. It does not require a feature film, a distributor, or industry connections.

Learn how film festival submissions work, including world, international, national, and local premieres, and how to plan your festival run with clarity.

A practical and technical guide in PDF for filmmakers submitting to A-list film festivals. Everything you need to submit professionally to improve your chances of selection.