Each year, the International Black Film Festival (IBFF) invites filmmakers from all over the globe to submit their projects to be considered as an “official selection” during the 2026 festival. Judges select films to be screened to energetic festival participants.
Filmmakers take advantage of opportunities to engage with the audience and share their personal journey with their film project through Q&A sessions and networking events. Awards are also given in the categories listed below.
IBFF looks forward to reviewing your project.
FILM FREEWAY
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October 6, 2025 The “Call For Film” season for the 2026 film festival will open
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IBFF proudly accepts entries via FILM FREEWAY, the world’s best online submission platform.
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They offer free HD online screeners, Vimeo and YouTube integration, and more.
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Click the "Film Freeway" button below to submit your project to be considered as an official selection in the film competition.
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*Please review the EPK requirements below.
DEADLINES
September 22, 2025
Opening Date
November 14, 2025
Early bird Deadline
April 15, 2026
Regular Deadline
May 5, 2026
Late Deadline
May 29, 2026
Extended Deadline
July 30, 2026
Notification Date
October 1 – 4, 2026
Event Date
AWARDS
Best Long Documentary
Best Short Documentary
Best Narrative Short
Best Narrative Feature
Best of the Festival
Best Social Justice Film
Audience Choice
Best International Film
Honorable Mention
Best of Tennessee
*Please review the EPK requirements below.
ELECTRONIC PRESS KIT (EPK)
Upon submission to Withoutabox, your EPK is required and must be uploaded at the time of submission.
If you do not have an EPK the festival can help you with putting one together. Email us at ibffboxoffice@gmail.com for details.
REQUIREMENTS
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Synopsis of the film (50 words or less-Very Important!)
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Film Official Poster Art
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Director Biography (Maximum 250 words)
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Hi-resolution photo of Director (300 DPI – 1 photo only)
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Still photos or high-resolution digital images (300 DPI – 2 images only)
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One (1) 30-90 second trailer via Vimeo or Youtube link
*Electronic Press kits must be submitted at entry to be considered.