For the storytellers
Your film. Out loud.
A new voice. A different perspective. A story worth sharing.
The next chapter of Screen Out Loud starts with filmmakers like you.
The next chapter of Screen Out Loud starts with filmmakers like you.
The call is open.
Submissions are open to Florida-based and out-of-state filmmakers and productions. Send your short film through the official Screen Out Loud FilmFreeway page.
Screening: December 4, 2026 · Movies of Delray
Submit on FilmFreeway Submissions are accepted only during the official season.
Dates & deadlines
- September 1, 2026Opening Date
- October 1, 2026Earlybird Deadline
- October 23, 2026Regular Deadline
- October 26, 2026Notification Date
- December 4, 2026Event Date
Rules & terms
Before you submit.
By submitting a film to the Screen Out Loud Screening, the submitter acknowledges and agrees to the following:
Eligibility
- Submissions from both Florida-based and out-of-state filmmakers and productions are accepted.
- Florida-based films and filmmakers will be prioritized during the selection process.
- Out-of-state submissions are encouraged to demonstrate a meaningful connection to Florida when applicable, including connections through the director, production team, cast, locations, or story.
- Films with a strong connection to Florida will receive priority consideration.
Film requirements
- Films must have a total runtime of at least 5 minutes and no more than 20 minutes, including opening titles and end credits.
- Submissions are open to independent short films of all genres.
- Films containing dialogue in a language other than English must include English subtitles.
- Films must be submitted in their final, completed form. Updated cuts may only be accepted with prior approval from VLOR Studios.
- Selected films must be delivered in DCP format for theatrical exhibition no later than November 9th. Late delivery may result in removal from the program.
Required materials
Every submission must include:
- A logline for the film
- A brief description or synopsis of the film
- A professional photograph of the director
- A short director biography
- An official poster for the film
- Behind-the-scenes photographs and/or official film stills
- A trailer for the film
- A DCP (Digital Cinema Package) for theatrical exhibition — required from selected films, delivered no later than November 9