The annual Fame Shorts Film Festival is now open for submissions for its highly anticipated 2025 edition. Filmmakers from Africa and its diaspora are invited to showcase their unique narratives and storytelling during the festival, which will be held at Cape Town’s historic Labia Theatre from 4-6 September 2025.
This festival is a celebration of African stories, providing a platform for short films that delve into themes such as cultural heritage, modern life, diasporic identity, historical events, and pressing socio-political issues. With the potential to attract international film producers and industry professionals attending the annual Fame Week Africa film and media event, the Fame Shorts Film Festival aims to highlight diverse African content, with a particular focus on films that address environmental concerns and the evolving relationship between Africans and their land.
Steven Beckett, the marketing manager for Fame Week Africa, expressed excitement about the upcoming festival, stating, “This is a showcase of Africa in all its diversity. We are looking for films that are deeply rooted in African origins, reflecting the continent’s rich storytelling traditions and contemporary realities. We welcome submissions from both emerging filmmakers and industry veterans.”
Here are the submission details for the Fame Shorts Film Festival:
– Deadline: Submissions are due by 25 April 2025. Selection notifications will begin on 30 June.
– Eligibility: The festival is open to filmmakers from Africa and its diaspora.
– Categories: Films can be submitted in categories such as Best Documentary Short Film, Best Narrative Short Film, Best Animated Short Film, Best Student Short Film, and Best LGBTQ+ Short Film. All films must have a connection to Africa.
– How to Submit: Filmmakers can submit their entries via Film Freeway.
Don’t miss this opportunity to showcase your work at the Fame Shorts Film Festival and share your unique perspective with audiences from around the world. Submit your film today for a chance to be a part of this exciting event celebrating African storytelling.
