screen your short film

short film open mic at dallas contemporary

23 october 2020

submissions open 28 september - 16 october 2020 by 11:59 PM (CDT)

selected filmmakers notified by 19 october 2020

short film open mic is a platform for filmmakers to present their work + discuss their creations with other passionate filmmakers + film viewers alike. both experienced + first-time short film creators are encouraged to participate. by screening a broad spectrum of new films, each event is designed to be a genuine reflection of the current output of the dfw indie filmmaking community.

  • all films are selected on a first-come/first-screened basis.

  • each film will be followed by a short q+a.

  • selected films will be hosted on dallas contemporary’s website for remote viewing.

guidelines

  • filmmakers must register in advance

  • one film per filmmaker

  • all genres accepted

  • if selected a representative from your film must be present at the screening to introduce your film and answer questions during the brief q+a

  • 6 minute film lengths are preferred, and selected on a first-come/first screen basis

  • films up to 10 minutes in length will be considered

  • your place at the screening event is not guaranteed until you have sent us a copy of the film, and we have acknowledged receipt of it

  • please submit all films as MP4. those submitted as an unrecognizable file format may be subject to rejection

  • dallas contemporary reserves the right to make the final decision on whether or not to screen any particular film.

NOTE: Once you click [submit], you'll have an opportunity to upload files to Dropbox.

Files MUST be submitted in MP4 format.