Drama: Dramatic, fictional narratives
Comedy: Comedic, fictional narratives
Documentary: Nonfiction narratives
Animation: Animated films of all genres
Science Fiction (Sci-Fi): Speculative fictional narratives based on imaginative and futuristic concepts such as advanced science and technology
International: Any short film made outside of the United States (can also apply to any other corresponding category)
Student: A film that meets any listed category but produced while the filmmaker was a student
Local: A film of any category produced in New York City or the surrounding area
Short Series Pilot or Episode: A film/episode that is either a pilot for a series or an episode in a series
Environmental or Nature Film: A film/episode that are centered on the environment or awareness of climate change, pollution, deforestation, etc. Also films that are centered on outdoor activities and the natural world.
Horror: Horror based, fictional narratives
LGBTQ: A film of any category that focuses on LGBTQ topics
Women in Focus: A film of any category directed or produced by a woman
Experimental: A film of any category that is experimental in style
Music Video: A short film based on an existing song
Asian Cinema: A film of any category that focuses on Asian culture or directed by someone who identifies as Asian
Latin American Cinema: A film of any category that focuses on Latin American culture or directed by someone who identifies as Latin American
Action or Thriller Film: Films centered on action, physical feats, thrills, excitement, and suspense.
Vertical Film or Series: A film or series that is shot in a vertical format to typically be viewed on a phone. Submit a series as one submission.