Personnel:
Barbara Morgan, Executive Director
Samuel Garcia, Short Film Programmer
Tatum McDonald, Film Administrator
Submission Policy:
Festival Season: Fall (usually October)
Deadline: May (see website for exact dates)
Entry: $75 for features, $70 for shorts, depending on deadline.
Content:
Features, Shorts, Documentaries
Festival Season:
Fall
Comments:
Austin Film Festival's ongoing mission is to champion the work of writers and filmmakers, and this goal has never felt as urgent as it does today. The film competition has grown year after year and so have the efforts to serve as an avenue into the ever-evolving entertainment industry. Known as the “Writers Festival” since its inception it recognizes the importance of narrative at the core of filmmaking. By celebrating the work of storytellers - those committed to crafting intricate worlds, fully-formed characters, and diverse perspectives - AFF bolsters its reputation as a champion for the creator.