How to Enter

Four things. That's the whole application.

A finished film, a short statement, one letter, one form. No entry fee.

The team behind a student film · Photo: Robin Férand · CC BY 3.0

Your documentary

10 to 20 minutes including credits, 1080p or better. Upload as a YouTube link — private, unlisted, or public, your choice — and keep it active through judging and the April 11 reception. English subtitles if the dialogue is not in English.
A written statement

Up to 250 words: your background, how you found your subject, and how you approached telling the story.
A faculty recommendation

One letter, as a PDF, from a faculty member familiar with your work. Faculty: guidance for your letter is here.
The application form

Completed online when entries open.

Application form

Entries open October 1, 2026

The online application will live here. Check back with the call for entries, or ask your film department to join our mailing list.

Opens with the call for entries

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