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District Dreamers Film Festival ()

Deadlines

15 Dec 2023
Call for entries

15 Mar 2024
Festival closed

06 Apr 2024
Notification date

05 Apr 2024
06 Apr 2024

Address

336 Randolph Place NE, 20002, Washington, District of Columbia, United States

Festival description

Short film festival 25'<

Festival requirements

Film festival

Fiction

Documentary

Animation

Fantastic

Terror

Experimental

Music Video

Other

Any Genre

Any Theme

Has submission fees

Regional Festival

Physical Location

January 2021

Production countries: Any

Shooting countries: Any

Director nationalities: Any

Debut Films

School projects

Short Films 25'<

Any language

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Festival description (Edition: )

Festival start: 05 April 2024 Festival end: 06 April 2024

District Dreamers, our festival nestled in the heart of Washington, D.C., embodies the city's evolution from political epicenter to a vibrant creative hub. We spotlight local talent, providing a launchpad for emerging filmmakers to share their diverse narratives and gain well-deserved recognition. Embracing innovation, we push storytelling boundaries and foster a culture of creativity. Moreover, our festival fosters a tight-knit filmmaking community, offering networking opportunities that propel careers forward. By celebrating local perspectives, we enrich the cultural landscape of D.C., inspiring the next generation of filmmakers and contributing to the city's artistic identity. Beyond artistry, District Dreamers drives economic growth, attracting visitors and enhancing D.C.'s reputation as a premier cultural destination.

Prizes and qualifications

Audience Choice
Committee Selection

Rules

Film Length: Films must be 20 minutes or less in duration (excluding credits).

Eligibility: Filmmakers with a connection to Washington, D.C. are encouraged to submit, whether you’re a current resident or a native of the region.

Submission Fee: Each filmmaker or producer is required to pay a $35 fee.

Production Date: Films must have been completed within the last three years.

Genres: We welcome submissions in the following categories

Narrative

Documentary

Animation

Narrative

Short Films 25'<

Standard Fee 35$
-8% 32.2$

Submissions deadline
15 Mar 24

Save up
2.8$

Submit

Documentary

Short Films 25'<

Standard Fee 35$
-8% 32.2$

Submissions deadline
15 Mar 24

Save up
2.8$

Submit

Animation

Short Films 25'<

Standard Fee 35$
-8% 32.2$

Submissions deadline
15 Mar 24

Save up
2.8$

Submit

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