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Shriekfest Horror/SciFi Film Festival 2018

Now in its 18th year, the Shriekfest Horror/SciFi Film Festival is calling for entries for 2018 by filmmakers from all around the world.

Shriekfest is the Los Angeles’ Premier horror film event, presenting an exciting program of films each fall with beautiful Los Angeles as its backdrop.

Both established and emerging filmmakers gain media exposure, connect with the region’s diverse audiences, and participate in an acclaimed event attended by industry professionals as well as horror and scifi fans. Prizes are awarded to the winning filmmaker in each of the five (5) competition categories.

The organizers are looking for original films and screenplays and accept films/screenplays in the following six categories:

  • Narrative feature,
  • Narrative short,
  • Narrative super short,
  • Music video,
  • Feature screenplay, and
  • Short screenplay.

Eligible genres include: horror, comedy horror, thriller, sci-fi, and fantasy.

Shriekfest takes place at the legendary Raleigh Studios, which is the largest independent studio operator in USA.

The event for 2018 is scheduled for 4-7 October.

Shriekfest Horror/SciFi Film Festival 2018 Entry Fees

Entries start at $20 (US) for Music video and vary depending on the date of submission and the entry type.