About the Festival

Ferris Film Festival is an independent short film festival presenting a curated selection of contemporary work across narrative, documentary, animation, and AI. The festival focuses on films shaped by clear intention and thoughtful craft, welcoming projects produced at any scale.

Founded to support connection among emerging filmmakers and visual artists, Ferris provides a space to share work, engage in dialogue, and experience films collectively. Through focused programming and public screening, the festival aims to foster meaningful exchange around the ideas, emotions, and conversations that film makes possible.

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Submission Guidelines.

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Categories

  • Narrative

  • Documentary

  • Animation

  • AI

Runtime

  • Maximum runtime: 10 minutes

Eligibility

  • There is no exclusivity requirement.

  • Films that have previously screened or are publicly available online are eligible.

Prohibited Content

  • Pornographic material

  • Hate speech

  • Copyright infringement or use of unlicensed material

Submission Method

  • Submissions are accepted via Google Form.

  • A streaming link (Vimeo, YouTube, or equivalent) is required.

  • Please ensure the link is accessible without a password.

Timeline

Submissions Close

June 2026

Selections Announced

June 2026

Public Screening

July 2026

What to expect.

Ferris Film Festival is a curated, in-person short film screening focused on shared viewing and conversation.

  • A one-hour program featuring selected films across all categories

  • A single screening event held at Tripping Animals Brewery in Doral, FL

  • Awards presented by a guest judge

  • A relaxed, community-focused environment for filmmakers and audiences