Dystopian stories are a type of speculative fiction that explore the darker aspects of human nature and the human mind. They often serve as a warning about what could happen to modern society if certain aspects grow out of control.
Accept only stories that fit into the DYSTOPIAN genre.
Submit your DYSTOPIAN Short Story to the Festival here and we will automatically have it performed by a professional actor and turned into a promotional video for yourself.
Accept only stories that fit into the thriller/suspense genres.
Submit your HORROR films and screenplays today to the festival.
Our mission is to promote screenplays, films and videos that dissent radically in form, technique, or content, and challenge and transcend commercial and audience expectations using the audience FEEDBACK festival format that the flagship festivals uses.
Film festival occurs 6 times a year in Montreal and Los Angeles. Each accepted film received 2 festival screenings. Cinema screening where they will receive their audience feedback video. And the virtual screening (4-6 weeks after) that is an industry showcase of the best HORROR films from around the world today.
Screenplay Festivals occur once a month. We perform the winners in a studio using professional Canadian actors and post them online for the entire world to see.
NOTE: Accepted works also get the opportunity to do two interviews: A blog interview and an ITunes Film Festival podcast interview.
A happily married father of four sons confronts his attraction to another man and must navigate between his devotion to family and his recognition that his life imitates art.
A very insightful experience! The Feedback video was a gift and the entire team was extremely professional and helpful throughout the process. – Kate M.
This festival is designed to showcase the best of LGBTQ+ stories from around the world today! We accept screenplays (short, TV Pilot, feature) and short & feature films.
Revival, 33min., USA Directed by Wendy Fleetwood “REVIVAL” follows the story of Emma, a young woman living in a historic condo in New Orleans. When her roommate, Lauren, abruptly moves out due to eerie occurrences, Emma finds herself in need of a new roommate to share the rent. As Emma navigates through a series of bizarre roommate interviews, she encounters Nick, a charming and enigmatic freelance writer.
Dividing Line, 28min,. Georgia Directed by Mevlud Sabashvili A woman finds the strength to leave an abusive relationship. A woman does not find the strength to leave an abusive relationship.
THIRTY SEVEN DOLLARS, 10min,. Singapore Directed by Ashish Sharma “Thirty Seven Dollars” is a powerful 10-minute thriller that explores the devastating cycle of urban violence through an unlikely conversation between predator and prey. When Jessica, a dignified woman, encounters Donnie, a volatile street criminal, their exchange becomes a haunting meditation on choice, consequence, and the true cost of violence. Set in the gritty underbelly of an unnamed city, this film delivers a shocking twist that reframes everything we thought we knew about victim and perpetrator.
Thanks for the award from the Toronto reviewers, I really enjoyed their verbal feedback which really helps see how other peers view your work. Well done. Karl Fallon.
DEADLINE TODAY: Submit to the Festival via FilmFreeway:
We love the format of this festival. The video interviews of the festival audience is tremendous fun. And most importantly the festival and the audience totally get it!! Gratitude
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This festival experience has been fantastic. The feedback videos were outstanding, and the podcast interview was delightful. The communication was excellent, and the value provided was exceptional. Thank you for celebrating Tararau S-K 😊
What an unusual and helpful festival! We make these films obviously to share with an audience, and to ideally hear how it resonates with them— so it was very special to be able to receive several people’s articulate responses to our film! And thanks so much for the good communication and the honor of Best Human Interest Film!
One of the most incredible festival experiences. Thank you Toronto Documentary Feature and Short Film Festival for such a positive experience. Your out of the box four tier screening & promotion option for filmmakers is truly unique and sets you apart as a festival. Heartfelt gratitude to the festival team members, audience and reviewers for awarding my short film MITTI (discovering Ikigai) as the best environmental film at the festival.
Even though we never attended the event we were kept in the loop and was awesome to be a part of it! 5 stars for sure!!
FULL FEEDBACK on your stage play from our committee of Professional Playwriters, Production Heads and Story Consultants. Get a best scene of your stage play performed at the writing festival and made into a video for the winner.
Submit your 10 Page Play, 1 Act Play, or Full Stage Play to the Festival.
SUBMIT your STAGE PLAY Today You will receive feedback on your play in 3-5 weeks
The Fastest Growing CRIME/MYSTERY Festival and Contest in the World today!
– 0ffers screenwriters at all levels the fantastic opportunity to hear their stories read aloud using TOP PROFESSIONAL ACTORS (see below for recent performance readings).
– No matter what happens, you will receive full feedback on your work by our established committee. No other place in the world will you get coverage for the price you pay.
– Even if you’re just looking for feedback of your work, this is the festival for you.
– It’s there for all to see. The proof is in the viewership. These videos garner 1000s of views online. Some of the screenplay readings are more popular than actual studio films made!
– We specialize in showcasing Crime/Mystery stories and making sure that when the work is ready, the writer will benefit by at least obtaining a solid agent.
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What a fun festival! The whole team is extremely communicative and such lovely people to talk to! They absolutely made me feel welcomed and valued. Their enthusiasm for my project, and film in general, is so refreshing and amazing! Thank you for welcoming myself and Battle of LA into your festival. I PROUDLY accept Best Short for Battle of LA. Thank you!
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Thank you it was my first festival for this Films, Bloodhound and we won Best Action. Communication was great, can’t to discut the film during the podcast. Thank you
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Amazing opportunity to get professional feedback for free and a scene reading with pro actors! Great festival to showcase our work, and also providing additional services to improve it. Thank you for the award!
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