The Fade To Black Arts Festival is Coming!

June 8-14, 2025


Film Division Submissions Are Open!


www.FadeToBlackFest.com/2025

The Fade To Black Arts Festival celebrates African-American Film, Music, Poetry and Theatre!


Experience the dynamic evolution of cinema where we celebrate the Past, Present, and Future of Film.


In addition to music, poetry and theatre performances and workshops, this festival will bring together emerging talents and seasoned filmmakers, showcasing the rich narratives, artistic innovation, and technical mastery that shape the film industry.


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QUALIFICATIONS:


FULL-LENGTH FILMS:

Runtime: 40 minutes or more, but not exceeding 90 minutes.

Formats: Narrative, documentary, or experimental.


SHORT FILMS:

Runtime: 30 minutes or less.

Formats: Narrative, documentary, or poetic works.


SUBMISSION PRICING:


FULL-LENGTH FILMS:

  • Early Bird Submission: $60 (Dec. 5, 2024 – Feb. 15, 2025)
  • Regular Submission: $65 (Feb. 16, 2025 – Apr. 30, 2025)
  • Late Submission: $75 (May 1, 2025 – May 15, 2025)


SHORT FILMS:

  • Early Bird Submission: $45 (Dec. 5, 2024 – Feb. 15, 2025)
  • Regular Submission: $50 (Feb. 16, 2025 – Apr. 30, 2025)
  • Late Submission: $60 (May 1 – May 15, 2025)


AWARDS CEREMONY HIGHLIGHTS:

The Fade To Black Arts Festival Film Division Award Ceremony will be a night to remember, with:

  • Red carpet arrivals.
  • Networking opportunities with industry professionals.
  • Presentation of awards to winners in each category.
  • Special keynote addresses and panel discussions by celebrated filmmakers.
  • This event promises to spotlight groundbreaking work, inspire future projects, and celebrate the thriving spirit of African-American creativity in the film industry.


Awards & Prizes

FILM FESTIVAL CATEGORIES:

  • BEST FULL-LENGTH PICTURE
  • BEST SHORT FILM PICTURE
  • BEST DIRECTOR (FULL-LENGTH PICTURE)
  • BEST DIRECTOR (SHORT FILM)
  • BEST CINEMATOGRAPHY (FULL-LENGTH PICTURE)
  • BEST CINEMATOGRAPHY (SHORT FILM)
  • BEST EDITING (FULL-LENGTH PICTURE)
  • BEST EDITING (SHORT FILM)
  • BEST DOCUMENTARY (FULL-LENGTH)
  • BEST DOCUMENTARY (SHORT FILM)


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