Festival start: 06 October 2027
Festival end: 12 October 2027
SOHO INTERNATIONAL FILM FESTIVAL (SIFFNYC)
18th Annual Edition | October 6, 2027 | New York City
The SOHO International Film Festival celebrates the cutting edge of digital technology while honoring the enduring traditions of cinematic storytelling. Each year, SIFFNYC welcomes new and seasoned filmmakers from New York City and around the world to share fresh, innovative work with audiences and industry alike.
Submissions
SIFFNYC accepts feature-length films, short films and documentaries from professional and emerging filmmakers alike. Selected projects are presented through screenings, panels, receptions and networking events designed to connect filmmakers with one another and with the wider industry. Distributors, media and leading figures from across the film industry attend each year.
A Festival with Star Power
Over the years, SIFFNYC has welcomed an acclaimed roster of actors, writers and directors, including Octavia Spencer, Pierce Brosnan, Keely Shaye Brosnan, Armand Assante, Lou Diamond Phillips, Danny Aiello, Frank Vincent, Tony Sirico, Vinny Pastore, Steve Schirripa, Michael Imperioli, Adam Brody, Carrie Preston, Beth Grant, Sean Young, Alysia Reiner, Margaret Colin, Mark Feuerstein, Jessica Hecht, Zach Grenier, Patrick Fischler, Cady McClain, David Zayas, Yara Martinez, Luis Guzman, Dominic Purcell, Richard Kind, William Sadler, Josh Lawson, Matthew Daddario, Kevin Jonas, Kevin “Dot Com” Brown, Coach Tom Coughlin, Tom Pelphrey and many more.
Impact on New York City
By drawing filmmakers, journalists and cinéastes from across the U.S. and abroad, SIFFNYC brings new audiences to a city renowned for its artistic community and cultural sophistication, raising the festival’s profile while strengthening civic pride and supporting the local economy.
Join us on October 6, 2027, for the 18th edition of SIFFNYC.
BEST US SHOWCASE FEATURE FILM
BEST WORLD SHOWCASE FEATURE FILM
BEST US SHOWCASE SHORT FILM
BEST WORLD SHOWCASE SHORT FILM
BEST SHOWCASE DOCUMENTARY FEATURE
BEST SHORT DOC OR DOCUSERIES
BEST SHOWCASE ANIMATED FILM
BEST SHOWCASE LONG FORM SERIES PILOT
BEST SHOWCASE SHORT FORM SERIES PILOT
NYC AUDIENCE AWARD - Short Film or Series Pilot
NYC AUDIENCE AWARD - Exhibition Film
NYC AUDIENCE AWARD - Feature Length Film
BEST ACTING PERFORMANCE IN A LEADING ROLE, US FEATURE
BEST ACTING PERFORMANCE IN A LEADING ROLE, WORLD FEATURE
BEST ACTING PERFORMANCE IN A LEADING ROLE, US SHORT
BEST ACTING PERFORMANCE IN A LEADING ROLE, WORLD SHORT
BEST ACTING PERFORMANCE AS AN ENSEMBLE, SERIES
*** NYC ICON AWARD ***
SOHO International Film Festival NYC (SIFFNYC) 2027: Submission Guidelines
What We Accept
SIFFNYC welcomes films of every genre, on any topic, from every country. If you can’t submit online, you can request a paper application form or another submission method at info@sohofilmfest.com.
How Films Are Selected: Festival programmers select the 2027 lineup.
Eligibility:
- Your film must have been completed within 2 years of the festival dates.
World and US premieres are not required.
- Films in any language other than English must have English subtitles for festival screenings.
- Your submission, completed form, and fee must be postmarked by the Early, Regular, or Late Deadline, and received by the Extended Deadline for the festival season.
Please don’t send original materials. Screeners may not be returned.
Fees & Payment
- Submission fees are non-refundable.
- Online payments are accepted through the submission platform.
- If you are paying offline, use a check or money order in US dollars made payable to SOHO International Film Festival.
- International entrants (including Canada) must use an international money order in US dollars, drawn on a US bank.
Shipping Your Screener
- Packaging: Use a bubble-pack envelope, not a fiber pack. The festival is not responsible for damage during shipping.
- Costs: The sender pays all shipping costs to and from New York City.
- Labeling: Mark every item with the film title, your name, and your return address.
- Confirmation: Include a self-addressed stamped postcard if you want confirmation of delivery. We can’t confirm receipt by phone, so please email instead of calling.
International entries: Send by registered airmail, FedEx, UPS, or another tracked parcel service.
If Your Film Is Accepted
- Press kit: Send a complete digital press kit as soon as possible after notification.
- Screening copy: We may require one Blu-ray or DCP for exhibition, plus a DVD, Blu-ray, or digital file for our archives. Deliver the final format exactly as requested, with no exceptions.
- Delivery and pickup: You are responsible for getting your exhibition materials to and from the venue and for arranging pickup after your screening. SIFFNYC isn’t liable for exhibition materials lost or damaged in shipping.
- Awards: If your film wins a Jury or Audience Award, you must mention it on posters and other promotional materials if the film is later distributed.
Right to Enter
By submitting, you confirm that:
- You are the director or producer and have the legal right to submit the film.
- The film and all its parts are original and do not violate anyone’s rights.
- You own or control the film and have sole authority to submit it.
- The film is not involved in, or threatened with, any litigation.
- You also acknowledge that no fiduciary or confidential relationship exists between you and the festival, and that submitting the film, or the festival’s acceptance, review, or retention of it, does not create one.
Questions?
Email info@sohofilmfest.com.
Short Film (US)
Short Films >1' 25'<
Fee-8%
PRO 18%
Early40$36.8$
32.8$
31 Dec 26
Standard50$46$
41$
10 May 27
Late65$59.8$
53.3$
15 Jun 27
Extended75$69$
61.5$
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We are looking for Short films from the US that are 25 minutes or below of any style and topic. We will accept films that are two years old or less and are looking premieres. This category is in competition.
Short Film (World)
Short Films >1' 25'<
Fee-8%
PRO 18%
Early35$32.2$
28.7$
31 Dec 26
Standard45$41.4$
36.9$
10 May 27
Late60$55.2$
49.2$
15 Jun 27
Extended70$64.4$
57.4$
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We are looking for short films from around the world that are 25 minutes or less of any style and genre. We will accept films that are two years old or less. There is no premiere requirement. Projects may have distribution. This is category is a competition in 2 categories, World and US.
Documentary (US & World)
Short and Feature Films >50'
Fee-8%
PRO 18%
Early55$50.6$
45.1$
31 Dec 26
Standard65$59.8$
53.3$
10 May 27
Late75$69$
61.5$
15 Jun 27
Extended85$78.2$
69.7$
07 Jul 27
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We are looking for Documentary Feature Films from around the world that are 50 minutes or more of any style and genre. We will accept films that are two years old or less. There is no premiere requirement. Projects may have distribution. This category is a competition.
Feature Film (US)
Short Films >60'
Fee-8%
PRO 18%
Early50$46$
41$
31 Dec 26
Standard70$64.4$
57.4$
10 May 27
Late85$78.2$
69.7$
15 Jun 27
Extended95$87.4$
77.9$
07 Jul 27
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Feature Film (World)
Short Films >60'
Fee-8%
PRO 18%
Early55$50.6$
45.1$
31 Dec 26
Standard65$59.8$
53.3$
10 May 27
Late75$69$
61.5$
15 Jun 27
Extended85$78.2$
69.7$
07 Jul 27
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Submissions deadline
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We are looking for narrative feature films from around the world, outside the US, that are 60 minutes or more of any style and genre. We will accept films that are a year old or less and we are looking for Premieres. Projects may have distribution. This category is in competition.
Animated Film (US & World)
Short Films
Fee-8%
PRO 18%
Early30$27.6$
24.6$
31 Dec 26
Standard40$36.8$
32.8$
10 May 27
Late50$46$
41$
15 Jun 27
Extended60$55.2$
49.2$
07 Jul 27
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All animated films are invited to submit in this category. Films in this category may be of any animation type, including but not limited to: hand animated or computer generated, clay animation, stop motion or other animated medium. Films may be of any length, and may be narrative feature, music video, documentary or conservation films.
Long Form Series Pilot (US & World)
Short and Feature Films >20'
Fee-8%
PRO 18%
Early30$27.6$
24.6$
31 Dec 26
Standard45$41.4$
36.9$
10 May 27
Late55$50.6$
45.1$
15 Jun 27
Extended65$59.8$
53.3$
07 Jul 27
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07 Jul 27
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Independently produced TV Pilot of any genre over 20 mins.
Short Form Series Pilot (US & World)
Short Films 20'<
Fee-8%
PRO 18%
Early30$27.6$
24.6$
31 Dec 26
Standard45$41.4$
36.9$
10 May 27
Late55$50.6$
45.1$
15 Jun 27
Extended65$59.8$
53.3$
07 Jul 27
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Submissions deadline
07 Jul 27
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Independently produced TV Pilot of any genre under 20 mins.
Short Doc or DocuSeries (US & World)
Short and Feature Films
Fee-8%
PRO 18%
Early30$27.6$
24.6$
31 Dec 26
Standard40$36.8$
32.8$
10 May 27
Late45$41.4$
36.9$
15 Jun 27
Extended55$50.6$
45.1$
07 Jul 27
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Submissions deadline
07 Jul 27
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5.4$
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