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Film & TV Submissions

  • How can I submit my film or project for consideration for SXSW 2023?
  • How do I know if my film is eligible for a SXSW Film & TV Award?
  • When do I submit my project for the 2023 festival?
  • What are the submission deadlines for the 2023 Film & TV Festival?
  • What are the submission fees for the 2023 SXSW Film & TV Festival?
  • I want to attend SXSW Film & TV, but I'm also planning to submit a film for festival consideration. Should I register now to get the lowest badge price or should I wait to see if my film is selected?
  • Do you waive submission fees for student filmmakers and/or artists?
  • What are the SXSW Film & TV Festival premiere and eligibility policies?
  • What are your submission categories and how do I choose the right one for my film?
  • Can I submit more than one project for consideration for the SXSW Film & TV Festival?
  • Who should I put down as the Primary Contact on my submission application?
  • 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?
  • When will I hear from SXSW after I submit my application?
  • What is the difference between World, International, North American, U.S., Texas, and Austin 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 International / North American / U.S.) premiere. Can I check in with you?
  • 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 episodics?
  • XR EXPERIENCE: What is the SXSW premiere and eligibility policy for virtual reality, augmented reality, and mixed reality projects?
  • How do I submit a Virtual Reality, Augmented Reality, or 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?
  • 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 & TV Festival?
  • My film's play count on my link seems off? Was it watched by too many people or not at all?
  • What's the difference between a "registration" and a "submission"?
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