CineVerse Film Festival ()



Deadlines

25 Sep 2025
Call for entries

02 Oct 2025
Early deadline

09 Oct 2025
Standard deadline

31 Oct 2025
Extended deadline

05 Dec 2025
Notification date

03 Jan 2026
05 Jan 2026

Address

24012, Roanoke, Virginia, United States


Festival description
Short film festival >10' 30'<


Festival requirements
 Film festival
 Fiction
 Documentary
 Animation
 Fantastic
 Terror
 Experimental
 Music Video
 Other
 Any Genre
 Any Theme
 Has submission fees
 International Festival
 Online Festival
 Production date: Any
 Production countries: Any
 Shooting countries: Any
 Director nationalities: Any
 Debut Films 
 School projects 
 Short Films  >10' 30'<
 AI Tools 
 Any language
 Any language
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Festival start: 03 January 2026      Festival end: 05 January 2026

Cineverse Film Festival – Where Stories Connect the World


The Cineverse Film Festival is a vibrant online global showcase celebrating independent filmmakers, storytellers, and visionaries from around the world. Our mission is to create a dynamic digital space where diverse voices can be heard and celebrated, bridging cultures through the power of cinema.



Hosted entirely online, Cineverse offers filmmakers an accessible and affordable platform to premiere their work without the limitations of geography. From compelling shorts and feature films to thought-provoking documentaries and groundbreaking experimental projects, our festival brings together creators and audiences in an interactive, virtual space.


Attendees can stream films from anywhere, vote for their favorites, and engage with filmmakers through live Q&A sessions, panel discussions, and virtual networking events. By merging innovation with storytelling, Cineverse ensures every story gets the spotlight it deserves.

Whether you’re a filmmaker looking to gain exposure or a film lover eager to discover bold new voices, Cineverse is where global cinema comes alive—one screen at a time

Cash Prizes: 850$

Cineverse Film Festival – Awards & Prizes


At Cineverse Film Festival, we believe in celebrating excellence in filmmaking by recognizing and rewarding outstanding talent. All official selections are eligible for awards, with the top three winners receiving cash prizes in addition to trophies and festival laurels.



Cash Prize Awards
1st Place – $500

Awarded to the film that demonstrates exceptional storytelling, creativity, and technical excellence.

2nd Place – $250

Recognizing a remarkable film that showcases strong artistic vision and craftsmanship.

3rd Place – $100

Honoring a standout film that captivates audiences and exhibits notable skill and originality.

Cineverse Film Festival Guidelines


Submission Rules


These rules ensure clarity and professionalism for filmmakers submitting their work:

Eligibility

Open to filmmakers worldwide, ages 18 and up (or with parental consent if younger).

Submissions must be the filmmaker’s original work and free of any legal disputes regarding copyright or ownership.

Films can be independently produced or student projects.

Film Categories

Submissions are accepted in the following categories:

Narrative Short – under 40 minutes

Narrative Feature – over 40 minutes

Documentary Short – under 40 minutes

Documentary Feature – over 40 minutes

Animation – any length

Experimental/Avant-Garde – any length

Web Series / Episodic Content – first episode or pilot only

Music Video – up to 10 minutes

Youth Filmmaker – 18 years and under

Language & Subtitles

Films not in English must include English subtitles.

Subtitles must be clear and legible.

Content Guidelines

No pornographic content, hate speech, or extreme graphic violence without narrative context.

Sensitive content must include trigger warnings.

Films may be rejected at the discretion of the festival for violating content policy.

Premiere Status

Films do not need to be world premieres but cannot be publicly available for free (e.g., YouTube) before the festival screening.

Submission Format

Accepted formats: MP4 or MOV, 1080p preferred.

Files must be submitted through Festhome, or the festival portal.

Selection Process

All films are reviewed by a panel of judges representing different areas of the film industry.

Selections are based on storytelling, creativity, technical quality, and originality.

Rights

By submitting, filmmakers grant Cineverse temporary streaming rights to screen the film during the festival and for promotional clips.


  Festhome holds accountable fees festivals by holding the payment of the fees of most newer festivals until they have viewed the submissions, held their festivals and other methods.

  

 
  

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