Submissions

We invite you to submit your films, and be a part of our cinematic celebration. The Valle de Guadalupe Film Festival (VGFF) is dedicated to shining a spotlight on the works of emerging artists from across the globe.

At VGFF, we take great pride in curating a selection of innovative independent cinema that not only captivates but also challenges viewers, inviting them to explore, learn, and engage in thoughtful contemplation. We are deeply committed to recognize genuine talent.

Your participation to our festival provides an opportunity to have your work celebrated as well as qualify on IMDb. We bestow laurels to the winners recognizing their exceptional creativity and dedication to the craft, and curating their work on our platform.

Don't miss this chance to be a part of our global cinematic community, where your films can find the recognition they deserve. Submit your films now and be a part of the Valle de Guadalupe Film Festival experience!

Submit your:

• Narrative Feature

• Documentary Feature

• Animation Feature

• Narrative Short

• Documentary Short

• Animation Short

• Commercial

• Music Video

• Series

• Trailers

Terms & Conditions

Please read these rules and terms carefully before you submit your film. By submitting your film to competition at Valle de Guadalupe Film Festival (VGFF) you expressly acknowledge and agree that you shall be bound by the terms of these Rules & Terms. VGFF is open to any film, regardless of content, subject, or origin. Submitting your film to this festival does not guarantee selection. All the official selections, nominees, and winners will be listed on our website permanently. We treat every filmmaker equally.

1. Films submitted to VGFF can be re-submitted at any time.

2. Films made in languages other than English must have English subtitles otherwise they will be summarily rejected. Films made in English must have Spanish subtitles.

3. VGFF reserves the right to refuse entries.

4. A director/producer may submit more than one film in a category and more than one category at a time.

5. You agree to indemnify and hold harmless VGFF, from and against any and all claims, liabilities, losses, damages, and expenses (including but not limited to attorney's fees, and costs of the court) which may be incurred by reason of any claim involving copyright, trademark, credits, and publicity.

6. After a film has been officially selected the filmmaker will be notified, and eventually, the film will be listed on the festival website under Official Selections. The Official Selection status doesn’t mean that your film will be screened at the festival. It means that your film has been appreciated by our judges of the panel and you can use the festival logo on your poster.

7. VGFF will not refund any fees if the filmmaker fails to submit the film in the correct category. Films submitted without the correct fees or proper submission media may be deemed ineligible at the discretion of the VGFF programming director or executive director. The festival does not cover any of the expenses incurred by the filmmaker.

8. We require an official trailer, a poster, a synopsis, and a link to your film. Please select the correct category while submitting to avoid disqualification. We reserve the right to re-assign films to the appropriate category.

9. A nominee will be privately screened for VGFF judging panel, and will not be screened initially to the public.

10. A filmmaker’s submission fee will not be reimbursed if they decide to withdraw their submission. All entry fees are non-refundable.

11. You agree to indemnify and hold harmless VGFF, from and against any and all claims, liabilities, losses, damages, and expenses (including but not limited to attorney's fees, and costs of the court) which may be incurred by reason of any claim involving copyright, trademark, credits, and publicity.

12. VGFF may without advance notice amend these Rules & Terms from time to time. Each and every such amendment shall become effective immediately. It is your responsibility to periodically check for updates on these Rules & Terms.

By submitting your work, you indicate your acceptance of the festival's regulations.