School of Media Studies

October 11, 2019

Submissions for Winter Film Awards International Film Festival Now Open

WINTER FILM AWARDS INTERNATIONAL FILM FESTIVAL showcases emerging filmmakers in all genres from around the world, with a special emphasis on highlighting the work of women and under-represented filmmakers. Submit your latest work now via FilmFreeway and use our Student discount code WFA20STDT25 to take 25% off our submission fees.

We award over $75,000 in Cash, Prizes and Distribution Opportunities!
Animation – Horror – Music Video – Documentary
Drama – Comedy – Shorts – Features – Web Series – Experimental

We are seeking works completed since January 2017 of all genres, forms and lengths. We are an IMDB-qualifying Festival, and all selected films are screened at the best indie cinema in New York City. Early Bird Deadline … September 5, Regular Deadline … October 15, Late Deadline … November 15.

Our 9th Annual celebration of independent film will run February 20-29, 2020. Filmmakers from around the world will travel to New York City to attend the Festival’s ten days of amazing film screenings, fascinating discussion panels and fun industry networking after-parties. The whole thing will come to a glittering conclusion with our famous Gala Red Carpet and Awards Ceremony to be held on February 29 2020.

The rapidly growing Festival – voted one of the Top 50 Best Reviewed Festivals on FilmFreeway – seeks a diverse collection of creative indie films from NYC and worldwide in all genres. Outstanding work will be awarded for each category, along with Best Director, Best Actor/Actress, Best Original Score, Best Student Film and the NY Perspectives Award for best depiction of the New York multi-cultural experience.

Questions about the Festival, judging process or what we are looking for? Check out our FAQ

Winter Film Awards

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WINTER FILM AWARDS IS NEW YORK CITY. Like the city itself, we showcase the eclectic diversity and excitement of the independent arts world. We are an all volunteer, minority- and women-owned registered 501(c)3 non-profit organization. Visit WinterFilmAwards.com for more information!

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