Forbidden Worlds Film Festival Wants YOU

As the cinematic universe expands with innovative storytellers and our technology allows artists to be more creative than ever before, the Forbidden Worlds Film Festival announces an exciting opportunity for emerging genre filmmakers. The festival aims to discover the filmmakers of the future by inviting submissions for its next event, scheduled for May 16-19, 2024.

This unique festival, dedicated to repertory fantasy, action, science-fiction, and horror films from across the globe, is set to showcase two hour-long showcases of short genre films. Filmmakers who have delved into the realms of sci-fi, action, horror, or fantasy since January 2022 are encouraged to submit their work for consideration.

A distinguished panel of judges, consisting of seasoned film professionals, will meticulously evaluate submissions, determining the winners in each category. The Forbidden Worlds Audience Choice Award, a coveted recognition, will be decided by the festival’s attendees. The audience will have the extraordinary experience of viewing these short films on a massive 18m x 15m IMAX screen, adding a thrilling dimension to the selection process.

The Forbidden Worlds Film Festival, inaugurated in May 2022 at the former Bristol IMAX screen housed in Bristol Aquarium, has swiftly become a popular event for genre enthusiasts. Dedicated to celebrating both classic and obscure genre films, the festival was born out of the shared passion of a group of Bristol-based cinephiles. Their vision was to create a platform that not only honors these distinctive genres but also provides a grand stage for these films to be experienced on the big screen.

For short filmmakers eager to showcase their talent and gain recognition on an international stage, this is a golden opportunity. The Forbidden Worlds Film Festival awaits your imaginative shorts, ready to shine a spotlight on the future trailblazers of genre filmmaking.

So don’t delay, submissions are now open, and the festival organizers eagerly anticipate discovering the next wave of cinematic visionaries.

For more information visit forbiddenworldsfilmfestival.co.uk/