Call for Entries: Media that Matters Film Festival

Arts Engine celebrates ten years of Media That Matters — the premier showcase for short films with big messages.

Submit your film for the chance to work with us in creating social change through film. If selected, your film will take become a part of Media That Matters — an international, multi-platform campaign. Media That Matters creates discussion guides and screening materials to promote conversation and encourage educators, activists and organizers alike to Take Action around these films.

Short Films: The shorter the better — no longer than 12 minutes max, but 8 and under would be great!
Social Issues: Any and all issues will be considered. This year we are focusing on Media Literacy, Human Rights, LGBTQ & Sexual Identity, Youth Activism and International issues.
All Genres: Documentary, animation, public service announcement, narrative, music video, drama, comedy. Creativity is encouraged — but your film must focus on a social issue.
All ages: Youth-produced projects encouraged!

Join us in our TENTH year and submit your film now!

Deadline: Complete entries must be postmarked by January 22nd