Filmmakers! Got something messed up, freaky, or hard to explain? Good.
We’re after horror, cult, sci-fi, and the stuff that doesn’t fit anywhere else. If your film is dark, strange, or straight-up unhinged, send it.
Dead Weird takes over Hyperreal in Austin this November. Straight thriller or pure gore, whatever - as long as it hits.
Submissions are open. Let’s see what you’ve got!
Please reach us at info@austinfilmseries.com if you cannot find an answer to your question.
Horror, sci-fi, cult, comedy-horror, experimental, animation, weird drama, found footage, and anything too strange for a typical fest.
This year, we only accept short film under 30 minutes.
Click the FilmFreeway link to find out about deadlines and fees. Submit early for discount submissions.
We accept films completed any year.
Films not in English must include English subtitles.
Accepted filmmakers will be notified via FilmFreeway and email.
You may submit more than one film, but each requires a separate entry and fee.
You must own all rights to your film and its content.
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