Film Submissions
- What is SXSW Film?
- When is SXSW Film 2020?
- How can I submit my film for consideration for SXSW 2020?
- What are the SXSW Film premiere and eligibility policies?
- What are the submission deadlines for the 2020 Film Festival?
- What are the 2020 SXSW submission fees?
- Do you waive submission fees for student filmmakers and/or artists?
- What are your submission categories and how do I choose the right one for my film?
- Do you have a separate category for student short films?
- Can I submit more than one project?
- Whom should I put down as the Primary Contact?
- When do you need to have my URL link?
- Can I submit my film by DVD or Blu-ray?
- Should I send stills with my entry?
- What is the difference between World, North American, and U.S. Premiere Status?
- If I’ve submitted to another festival(s), can I still submit to SXSW?
- I've been invited to another festival, but SXSW is my preferred World (or North American / U.S.) premiere. Can I check in with you?
- If my film has had a screening in Austin is it eligible for SXSW?
- I want to submit a film from overseas. Is it eligible for SXSW?
- FEATURES: What is the SXSW premiere and eligibility policy for feature films?
- SHORTS: What are the SXSW premiere and eligibility policies for short films?
- MUSIC VIDEOS: What is the SXSW premiere and eligibility policy for music videos?
- EPISODIC: What is the SXSW premiere and eligibility for web series, independent pilots, series work for tv or streaming?
- TITLE DESIGN COMPETITION: What is the SXSW premiere and eligibility for title design?
- VR/AR/MR Exhibition: What is the SXSW premiere and eligibility for virtual reality projects or 360 video?
- How do I submit a Virtual Reality / Augmented Reality / Mixed Reality Project?
- My film won't be done in time for your submission deadline. Can I submit a rough cut? What about a trailer/screenplay/press kit/begging letter?
- I submitted a rough cut and now I want to submit a more polished finished version instead. Can I send a replacement copy?
- I submitted my film last year and it was rejected, may I re-submit?
- How does my film get chosen to screen at the SXSW Film Festival?