Every category = laurels + certificate + online screening
The grand prize. Overall excellence in storytelling, direction & craft. Open to all genres under 40 min.
Real stories, real impact. Character-driven, social or observational docs.
Future worlds, tech visions & imaginative concepts on indie budgets.
Chills & thrills. Suspense, supernatural or psychological horror.
Celebrating queer voices, identities & proud storytelling.
2D, 3D, stop-motion & motion design. Frame-by-frame magic.
Avant-garde, visual poetry & rule-breaking cinema.
Make us laugh. Sketch, satire, dark comedy & feel-good fun.
Emotional depth, strong characters & unforgettable moments.
Global perspectives. Non-English welcome with English subtitles.
New York Indie