• Submission Guidelines & Deadlines
• Filmmakers can take advantage of Earlybird, Regular, and Late submission deadlines. Tiered entry fees are available for Standard, Student, and Gold submissions.
• Opens: May 6 
• Earlybird Deadline: June 15, 2026
• Standard: $20 | Student: $10 | Gold: $15
• Regular Deadline: July 20, 2026
• Standard: $25 | Student: $15 | Gold: $20
• Late Deadline: August 10, 2026
• Standard: $30 | Student: $20 | Gold: $25

Every film begins with a story worth telling. The Pinnacles Film Festival invites filmmakers from all backgrounds to share bold, creative, and impactful work centered around this year’s theme: Stories on the Edge. From student projects to independent features, we are creating a space that celebrates fresh voices, unique perspectives, and the power of storytelling through film.

Whether you’re premiering your first short or showcasing your latest feature, we want to see the stories that move audiences, spark conversation, and leave a lasting impression.

Don’t wait for opportunity. Create it.