We are a bi-annual short film festival
​Usually March and Late July/Early August.
Held usually over two days at
The Brightside Tavern in Jersey City, NJ
(141 Bright Street) 07302

You can submit your project now for Spring of 2026 (Probably first weekend of March), our 22nd season, here at our FilmFreeway portal

THAT'S A WRAP!
Thanks to all filmmakers and attendees who made for another successful season!
Here is the list of the award winners and the nominees

Keep checking here, as well as our Facebook and Instagram pages for all information on the Spring of 2026 (Probably first weekend of March), our 22nd season

Check us out on YouTube for our most recent video interviews with
filmmakers and more, like this one below with Season 21's NJ Achievement in The Art of Filmmaking Award recipient, A.J. Ciccotelli

​Click Here for all past season lineups
​Click Here for all past season award winners and nominees
​Click Here for all past season photo galleries
​Click Here to enjoy various podcasts, both audio and video, filmmaker interviews and other media related to the festival over the years.

Awards for our fests include;
Best Actor in various categories, including Supporting and StudentBest Actress in various categories, including Supporting and Student
Best Director in various categories, including Student
Best Comedy
Best Horror/Thriller
Best Short
Best Short Short
Best NJ Short Comedy and Drama
Best International Film
Best Cinematography
Best Concept
Best Experimental
Best Ensemble
Top Scripts
​and more...