Austin Film Festival furthers the art and craft of storytelling by inspiring and championing the work of writers, filmmakers, and all artists who use written and visual language to tell a story. Currently in their 30th year, AFF is best known for their annual Film Festival and Writers Conference held each October in Austin, Texas. This event plays host to the largest screenwriters’ conference in the world, featuring over 200 panelists and panels that, along with film and television, now also explore storytelling mediums such as plays, podcasts, and digital series.
Austin Film Festival has a variety of competition categories now open for entry, including:
- Feature Film
- Short Film
- Screenplay
- Fiction Podcast
- Playwriting
Early Bird Deadline: March 23
Regular Deadline: May 17
Late Deadline: June 22
Extended Deadline: July 7
Festival Dates: October 26 – November 2, 2023
Where: Austin, TX