Atlanta Spotlight Film Festival Submissions

Whether you're an emerging filmmaker or an experienced creator, the Atlanta Spotlight Film Festival is your opportunity to showcase your work, connect with audiences, and gain industry recognition.

Submit your short film today and let us shine the spotlight on you! 

Running Time and Categories
All submitted films must have a runtime of 46 minutes or less to be considered.

Live Event
The 2025 Atlanta Spotlight Film Festival will take place on Saturday, December 6, 2025, at the Limelight Theater in Atlanta, Georgia.

Premiere Status
There are no premiere requirements. Films may have screened at other festivals or been released prior to submission.

Language Requirements
Films in languages other than English or Spanish must include English subtitles for consideration.

Submission Format
All submissions must be made exclusively through FilmFreeway.

Awards Presentation:
If you can't attend the live awards show, don’t worry, you’ll still receive full recognition for your achievement.

Winners and nominees who are unable to attend will:
Be announced online and included in our official winner’s list
Receive digital award certificates and laurels
Have their filmmaker bios featured on our website
Be promoted across our social media and email platforms
Trophy winners will have the option to receive their custom crystal award by mail (shipping rates apply for international shipping)
We proudly celebrate all of our award recipients, whether they join us in person or from around the world. Your work deserves the spotlight - and we make sure it gets it.