North America

International documentary film festival where winning short documentaries become eligible for Academy Awards consideration.

Oscar-qualifying festival for short films, with over $60,000 in cash and prizes. Open to international narrative, documentary, animated, experimental, short, and feature films.

Internationally recognized documentary film festival in the United States presenting competitive documentary programs. Academy Awards and BAFTA qualification applies to designated documentary short awards.

Oscar qualifying for live action, animation, and documentary shorts. Open to international features, documentaries, animation, and short films, with strong support for filmmakers at all stages.

International short festival for films of 40 minutes or less available to filmmakers worldwide. Academy Awards and BAFTA qualification applies to designated short films.