Cash prizes, industry perks, and international jury recognition across every corner of the craft — from first features to sound design.
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Enter earlier for a lower fee. Student and Benue-resident discounts are available — contact the programme desk for the code.
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Open to films completed within the last three years that have not previously screened publicly in Nigeria. Non-English dialogue requires English subtitles.
Submit a secure online screener (FilmFreeway or a private Vimeo link) at a minimum of 1080p, in MOV or MP4.
Every entry is pre-screened for technical quality, shortlisted by the Programming Committee, and judged in competition by an international jury. One Audience Choice award is voted on by festival attendees.
