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NFA Short Film Prize

Honouring emerging excellence in storytelling through the power of short film.

The National Film Awards Short Film Prize is one of the most anticipated segments of the awards season — a platform dedicated to celebrating visionary short-form storytelling. Whether experimental, narrative, animated, or documentary, this prize showcases fresh voices and future legends of cinema.

Each year, the shortlisted finalists are selected by the National Film Academy and voted for by the public, culminating in a prestigious presentation during the official awards ceremony.

“Short films are not just stepping stones — they are masterworks in miniature. The NFA Short Film Prize exists to honour that.”

📽 Eligibility Criteria

Film must be 2 to 30 minutes in total runtime
Open to filmmakers from all countries and backgrounds
English-language or subtitled entries accepted
Films must have been completed within the last 24 months
All genres welcome — narrative, doc, animation, experimental, etc.

📝 What to Include in Your Submission

Title of your short film
Link to the screener (e.g., Vimeo or private YouTube)
Director and production details
Synopsis (max 150 words)
Trailer link (if available)
Social media or official website (optional)

📩 Submit via email:
academy@nationalfilmawards.co.uk
Subject Line: Short Film Prize Submission – [Film Title]

🏆 Recognition & Exposure

Finalists announced across all National Film Awards platforms
Official screening opportunity at our selected cinema partners
Winner presented live on stage at the awards ceremony
Industry visibility to producers, distributors, and investors
Certificate of Achievement for all finalists

Reminder: This category has limited capacity. Ensure your submission is timely, complete, and professionally presented.

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Great stories don’t need hours. Just vision, courage, and a moment to shine.