Independant Film Festivals In New York.

New York plays host for many independent film festivals year round. Veteran writers, directors, actors and artists are typically honored at these types of film festivals. Aspiring filmmakers shouldn’t be discouraged, because there are also categories that feature emerging filmmakers and artists. Award categories include Best Documentary, Best Feature Film, Best Animation, Best Short Film and any other category the committee behind the independent film festival has created.

Local New York festivals, as well as the more famous festivals, generally have representation from some of the biggest studios and distributors around the world. Aside from screening, these independent film festivals offer seminars and meet and greet sessions, which allow you to meet some of the best professionals in the business.

You can enter the New York independent film festival of your choice by submitting your film or documentary. Most festivals charge an entry fee, and have specific festival entrance deadlines. Be encouraged even if your submission isn’t chosen. Getting your name out there is the whole idea. You and your family should attend the festival even if you’re not chosen. You never know who you’ll bump into on the streets of New York. You could be offered your first big break!