Full Frame Documentary Film Festival

Application guidance

Full Frame accepts submissions year-round, with final deadlines typically in late fall for the following spring edition. The festival prioritizes work that demonstrates a strong directorial vision and a thoughtful approach to non-fiction storytelling, whether short or feature length. Before submitting, watch previous Full Frame selections to understand the festival’s curatorial range—it favors films that are formally inventive and emotionally resonant, not merely issue-driven. Ensure your submission includes a compelling logline and a clear production history. If accepted, plan to attend: the festival’s Q&A sessions and informal gatherings are integral to its ethos, and filmmakers often find that the conversations here are as valuable as the screenings.