Calling all young filmmakers! The Beyond the Peaks Student Film Festival submission deadline is fast approaching—but there’s still time to bring your vision to life. Whether you’re still hard at work behind the camera, editing footage, or jumping into a second submission, this is your chance to showcase your creativity and storytelling skills.
Enter by May 13
Beyond the Peaks is more than just a film festival—it’s an opportunity to have your work seen by a wide audience, gain recognition for your talent, and compete for prizes. Winning films will receive awards and top entries may even be featured on Mountain Lake PBS!
Film Categories
Still finalizing your project or have a second submission in mind? We’ve got room for every kind of storyteller. Explore our categories and find your perfect fit:
- Narrative – Tell a compelling story, whether it’s drama, comedy, or sci-fi.
- Open – Any genre, any style—show us your creativity!
- Documentary – Share real-life stories that inform and inspire.
- Thriller – Keep audiences on the edge of their seats.
- 60-Second Challenge – Tell a complete story in just one minute!
Free Workshops
Free virtual or in-person workshops are still available! Directing, editing, or acting, sharpen your skills and take your filmmaking to the next level. Pick the workshop that’s right for you:
- Pre-production – planning and writing your plot and characters.
- Production and post – techniques and strategies to make your film shine.
- Professional and peer review – look at works-in-progress with a professional media maker and other film fest participants.
- Submission how-tos – get step-by-step guidance to finalize your submission on Launchpad.
Ready to Submit?
Don’t wait until the last minute! Start your submission today and take the next step toward becoming an award-winning filmmaker. Visit the Beyond the Peaks website for full details and submission guidelines.
Lights, camera, action—let’s see what you’ve got!
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