How To Submit
CALLING ALL WOMEN FILMMAKERS...
SEEKING FILMS BY, FOR AND ABOUT WOMEN
Whether you are a film student with a serious documentary, a rising indie star or an accomplished animator, LUNAFEST wants to see your work! We accept short film submissions from October 15th through April 1st each year, we seek unique stories created by, for and about women.
If your film is chosen by our LUNAFEST Board of Advisors, you get a $1,000 award. Even better, it will be screened by audiences at more than 150 venues throughout North America and serve as vehicle for raising awareness and funds for causes that women care about.
OUR SUBMISSION PROCESS IS NOW CLOSED. PLEASE CHECK BACK IN OCTOBER.
The Rules
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- Pack it up nice. Review the submission guidelines and print and fill out the entry form, pack a separate DVD, clearly labeled with your name, address, phone and film title and send directly to us.
- Help a good cause If mailing in, include a check or money order with your $20 application fee, made out to the Breast Cancer Fund. (Student fee is $15; No fee for international applicants.)
- Questions? Call us at 510-596-6607 or contact us at lunafest@clifbar.com
FUN LUNAFEST FACT
Since 2000, LUNAFEST has showcased the work of more than 101 women filmmakers and raised nearly $1.5 million for women’s causes throughout North America.
Short Films By, For And About Women.
Looking For:
- Exceptional Storytelling
- Creative Delivery
- Powerful Messages
- A Bit of "Magic"

