LGBTQ Unbordered International Film Festival

Any screenplay, whether produced or unproduced. Judging will be of the written screenplay only. A treatment is requested in addition to the full screenplay, but is not required. Please do not enter SCREENPLAYS into the categories of Drama, Comedy, Shorts, etc. that are dedicated to produced films. This SCREENPLAY category is a dedicated category. If you wish to describe genres that your screenplay pertains to, you may do so in the "Overview" description section, or on the "Custom Form" page.

Any FILM produced using alternate filming methods (i.e., cell phone), any length, any genre. (Please: no ‘home movie’ type submissions. This is for scripted plots only) NO SCREENPLAYS

Animated Any animated feature or short, any length (may include live action segments).

FILM genre which encompasses films where the content and style – often artistic or experimental – adhere with as little compromise as possible to the filmmakers’ personal artistic vision. The narrative is often in the social realism style with a focus on the characters’ contemplation of their existence or immediate concerns. Great for any film with artistic flair that does not adhere to a 'typical' category. Can be short or feature length. NO SCREENPLAYS

Narrative feature FILM, 60-115 minutes: NO SCREENPLAYS

Any FILM, any length, produced strictly in a documentary style format ("based on a true story," "inspired by a true story," and "docudramas" do NOT qualify). NO SCREENPLAYS

Narrative feature FILM, 60-115 minutes: NO SCREENPLAYS

Narrative films produced up until, and including, 2008; any length, any genre. NO SCREENPLAYS

Any production that doesn't fit any of the others and is considered innovative/groundbreaking. Any length

Narrative feature FILM, 60-115 minutes: NO SCREENPLAYS

Any FILM, any length, with inspirational, religious or moral themes relating to the triumph of the human spirit, taking on the challenge to 'do what's right,' making the world a better place in some way, etc. NO SCREENPLAYS

Any FILM with a running time of 15-59 minutes. ANY GENRE! NO SCREENPLAYS

Films with religious/faith topics.

It will ONLY consider your writing ability, NOT the script.

Narrative feature FILM, 60-115 minutes: NO SCREENPLAYS

Feature or short FILMS produced by students. Must have proof of student enrollment. Student fees are always $30, regardless of deadline status. NO SCREENPLAYS

Super short FILMS with a running time under 15 minutes. ANY GENRE! NO SCREENPLAYS

Episodic TV shows, 60 minutes or less. ANY GENRE! NO SCREENPLAYS

This is a special sub-category at a discounted rate, in which a specific, creative aspect of a film is considered. You, as a filmmaker, know your film better than anyone else, and you would therefore have knowledge of these particular aspects of your film that shine above the rest. By entering these reduced-rate sub-categories, you can point that out. Please do not feel obligated to enter sub-categories, as it will NOT affect your chances of winning ‘Best of Show,’ ‘Award of Excellence,’ or ‘Award Of Merit’ for the FILM ITSELF in the major categories (Drama, Comedy, etc). Submitting to this sub-category - just as submitting to major categories - does not guarantee an award. We just want you to be able to take full advantage of all aspects of our competition, and give special attention to any sub-category/production value that you feel deserves it.

Any FILM series produced in a webisode format, any length, any genre. NO SCREENPLAYS

Narrative feature FILM (NO SCREENPLAYS), 60-115 minutes, any genre. Actors and crew must be UNPAID. No fee-paid original music scores---music must be from pre-recorded software or associates who do it for free. Any entrants who are found not to meet these requirements will be disqualified.

Please provide the Lead Actor's name and character name on the LGBTQU "Custom Form" tab to prevent delay in processing your submission. Feel free to provide a time stamp for that character's appearance in the film to assist the judges panel if you wish. Please do not feel obligated to enter sub-categories, as it will NOT affect your chances of winning ‘Best of Show,’ ‘Award of Excellence,’ or ‘Award Of Merit’ for the FILM ITSELF in the major categories (Drama, Comedy, etc). Submitting to this sub-category - just as submitting to major categories - does not guarantee an award. We just want you to be able to take full advantage of all aspects of our competition, and give special attention to any sub-category/production value that you feel deserves it.

Please provide the Supporting Actor name and character name in the LGBTQU "Custom Form" tab in order to prevent delay in processing your submission. Feel free to provide a time stamp for that character's appearance in the film to assist the judges panel if you wish. Please do not feel obligated to enter sub-categories, as it will NOT affect your chances of winning ‘Best of Show,’ ‘Award of Excellence,’ or ‘Award Of Merit’ for the FILM ITSELF in the major categories (Drama, Comedy, LGBT, etc). Submitting to this sub-category - just as submitting to major categories - does not guarantee an award. We just want you to be able to take full advantage of all aspects of our competition and give special attention to any sub-category/production value that you feel deserves it.

Please provide the Lead Actress's name and character name on the LGBTQU "Custom Form" tab to prevent delay in processing your submission. Feel free to provide a time stamp for that character's appearance in the film to assist the judges panel if you wish. Please do not feel obligated to enter sub-categories, as it will NOT affect your chances of winning ‘Best of Show,’ ‘Award of Excellence,’ or ‘Award Of Merit’ for the FILM ITSELF in the major categories (Drama, Comedy, etc). Submitting to this sub-category - just as submitting to major categories - does not guarantee an award. We just want you to be able to take full advantage of all aspects of our competition, and give special attention to any sub-category/production value that you feel deserves it.

Please provide the Supporting Actress name and character name in the LGBTQU "Custom Form" tab to prevent delay in processing your submission. Feel free to provide a time stamp for that character's appearance in the film to assist the judges panel if you wish. Please do not feel obligated to enter sub-categories, as it will NOT affect your chances of winning ‘Best of Show,’ ‘Award of Excellence,’ or ‘Award Of Merit’ for the FILM ITSELF in the major categories (Drama, Comedy, LGBT, etc). Submitting to this sub-category - just as submitting to major categories - does not guarantee an award. We just want you to be able to take full advantage of all aspects of our competition, and give special attention to any sub-category/production value that you feel deserves it.

This is a special sub-category at a discounted rate, in which a specific, creative aspect of a film is considered. You, as a filmmaker, know your film better than anyone else, and you would therefore have knowledge of these particular aspects of your film that shine above the rest. By entering these reduced-rate sub-categories, you can point that out. Please do not feel obligated to enter sub-categories, as it will NOT affect your chances of winning ‘Best of Show,’ ‘Award of Excellence,’ or ‘Award Of Merit’ for the FILM ITSELF in the major categories (Drama, Comedy, etc). Submitting to this sub-category - just as submitting to major categories - does not guarantee an award. We just want you to be able to take full advantage of all aspects of our competition, and give special attention to any sub-category/production value that you feel deserves it.

This is a special sub-category at a discounted rate, in which a specific, creative aspect of a film is considered. You, as a filmmaker, know your film better than anyone else, and you would therefore have knowledge of these particular aspects of your film that shine above the rest. By entering these reduced-rate sub-categories, you can point that out. Please do not feel obligated to enter sub-categories, as it will NOT affect your chances of winning ‘Best of Show,’ ‘Award of Excellence,’ or ‘Award Of Merit’ for the FILM ITSELF in the major categories (Drama, Comedy, etc). Submitting to this sub-category - just as submitting to major categories - does not guarantee an award. We just want you to be able to take full advantage of all aspects of our competition, and give special attention to any sub-category/production value that you feel deserves it.

This is a special sub-category at a discounted rate, in which a specific, creative aspect of a film is considered. You, as a filmmaker, know your film better than anyone else, and you would therefore have knowledge of these particular aspects of your film that shine above the rest. By entering these reduced-rate sub-categories, you can point that out. Please do not feel obligated to enter sub-categories, as it will NOT affect your chances of winning ‘Best of Show,’ ‘Award of Excellence,’ or ‘Award Of Merit’ for the FILM ITSELF in the major categories (Drama, Comedy, LGBT, etc). Submitting to this sub-category - just as submitting to major categories - does not guarantee an award. We just want you to be able to take full advantage of all aspects of our competition and give special attention to any sub-category/production value that you feel deserves it.

This is a special sub-category at a discounted rate, in which a specific, creative aspect of a film is considered. You, as a filmmaker, know your film better than anyone else, and you would therefore have knowledge of these particular aspects of your film that shine above the rest. By entering these reduced-rate sub-categories, you can point that out. Please do not feel obligated to enter sub-categories, as it will NOT affect your chances of winning ‘Best of Show,’ ‘Award of Excellence,’ or ‘Award Of Merit’ for the FILM ITSELF in the major categories (Drama, Comedy, etc). Submitting to this sub-category - just as submitting to major categories - does not guarantee an award. We just want you to be able to take full advantage of all aspects of our competition, and give special attention to any sub-category/production value that you feel deserves it.

This is a special sub-category at a discounted rate, in which a specific, creative aspect of a film is considered. You, as a filmmaker, know your film better than anyone else, and you would therefore have knowledge of these particular aspects of your film that shine above the rest. By entering these reduced-rate sub-categories, you can point that out. Please do not feel obligated to enter sub-categories, as it will NOT affect your chances of winning ‘Best of Show,’ ‘Award of Excellence,’ or ‘Award Of Merit’ for the FILM ITSELF in the major categories (Drama, Comedy, etc). Submitting to this sub-category - just as submitting to major categories - does not guarantee an award. We just want you to be able to take full advantage of all aspects of our competition, and give special attention to any sub-category/production value that you feel deserves it.

This is a special sub-category at a discounted rate, in which a specific, creative aspect of a film is considered. You, as a filmmaker, know your film better than anyone else, and you would therefore have knowledge of these particular aspects of your film that shine above the rest. By entering these reduced-rate sub-categories, you can point that out. Please do not feel obligated to enter sub-categories, as it will NOT affect your chances of winning ‘Best of Show,’ ‘Award of Excellence,’ or ‘Award Of Merit’ for the FILM ITSELF in the major categories (Drama, Comedy, etc). Submitting to this sub-category - just as submitting to major categories - does not guarantee an award. We just want you to be able to take full advantage of all aspects of our competition, and give special attention to any sub-category/production value that you feel deserves it.

This is a special sub-category at a discounted rate, in which a specific, creative aspect of a film is considered. You, as a filmmaker, know your film better than anyone else, and you would therefore have knowledge of these particular aspects of your film that shine above the rest. By entering these reduced-rate sub-categories, you can point that out. Please do not feel obligated to enter sub-categories, as it will NOT affect your chances of winning ‘Best of Show,’ ‘Award of Excellence,’ or ‘Award Of Merit’ for the FILM ITSELF in the major categories (Drama, Comedy, etc). Submitting to this sub-category - just as submitting to major categories - does not guarantee an award. We just want you to be able to take full advantage of all aspects of our competition, and give special attention to any sub-category/production value that you feel deserves it.

This is a special sub-category at a discounted rate, in which a specific, creative aspect of a film is considered. You, as a filmmaker, know your film better than anyone else, and you would therefore have knowledge of these particular aspects of your film that shine above the rest. By entering these reduced-rate sub-categories, you can point that out. Please do not feel obligated to enter sub-categories, as it will NOT affect your chances of winning ‘Best of Show,’ ‘Award of Excellence,’ or ‘Award Of Merit’ for the FILM ITSELF in the major categories (Drama, Comedy, etc). Submitting to this sub-category - just as submitting to major categories - does not guarantee an award. We just want you to be able to take full advantage of all aspects of our competition, and give special attention to any sub-category/production value that you feel deserves it.

This is a special sub-category at a discounted rate, in which a specific, creative aspect of a film is considered. You, as a filmmaker, know your film better than anyone else, and you would therefore have knowledge of these particular aspects of your film that shine above the rest. By entering these reduced-rate sub-categories, you can point that out. Please do not feel obligated to enter sub-categories, as it will NOT affect your chances of winning ‘Best of Show,’ ‘Award of Excellence,’ or ‘Award Of Merit’ for the FILM ITSELF in the major categories (Drama, Comedy, etc). Submitting to this sub-category - just as submitting to major categories - does not guarantee an award. We just want you to be able to take full advantage of all aspects of our competition, and give special attention to any sub-category/production value that you feel deserves it.

This is a special sub-category at a discounted rate, in which a specific, creative aspect of a film is considered. You, as a filmmaker, know your film better than anyone else, and you would therefore have knowledge of these particular aspects of your film that shine above the rest. By entering these reduced-rate sub-categories, you can point that out. Please do not feel obligated to enter sub-categories, as it will NOT affect your chances of winning ‘Best of Show,’ ‘Award of Excellence,’ or ‘Award Of Merit’ for the FILM ITSELF in the major categories (Drama, Comedy, etc). Submitting to this sub-category - just as submitting to major categories - does not guarantee an award. We just want you to be able to take full advantage of all aspects of our competition, and give special attention to any sub-category/production value that you feel deserves it.

This is a special sub-category at a discounted rate, in which a specific, creative aspect of a film is considered. You, as a filmmaker, know your film better than anyone else, and you would therefore have knowledge of these particular aspects of your film that shine above the rest. By entering these reduced-rate sub-categories, you can point that out. Please do not feel obligated to enter sub-categories, as it will NOT affect your chances of winning ‘Best of Show,’ ‘Award of Excellence,’ or ‘Award Of Merit’ for the FILM ITSELF in the major categories (Drama, Comedy, etc). Submitting to this sub-category - just as submitting to major categories - does not guarantee an award. We just want you to be able to take full advantage of all aspects of our competition, and give special attention to any sub-category/production value that you feel deserves it.

This is a special sub-category at a discounted rate, in which a specific, creative aspect of a film is considered. You, as a filmmaker, know your film better than anyone else, and you would therefore have knowledge of these particular aspects of your film that shine above the rest. By entering these reduced-rate sub-categories, you can point that out. Please do not feel obligated to enter sub-categories, as it will NOT affect your chances of winning ‘Best of Show,’ ‘Award of Excellence,’ or ‘Award Of Merit’ for the FILM ITSELF in the major categories (Drama, Comedy, etc). Submitting to this sub-category - just as submitting to major categories - does not guarantee an award. We just want you to be able to take full advantage of all aspects of our competition, and give special attention to any sub-category/production value that you feel deserves it.

This is a special sub-category at a discounted rate, in which a specific, creative aspect of a film is considered. You, as a filmmaker, know your film better than anyone else, and you would therefore have knowledge of these particular aspects of your film that shine above the rest. By entering these reduced-rate sub-categories, you can point that out. Please do not feel obligated to enter sub-categories, as it will NOT affect your chances of winning ‘Best of Show,’ ‘Award of Excellence,’ or ‘Award Of Merit’ for the FILM ITSELF in the major categories (Drama, Comedy, etc). Submitting to this sub-category - just as submitting to major categories - does not guarantee an award. We just want you to be able to take full advantage of all aspects of our competition, and give special attention to any sub-category/production value that you feel deserves it.

This is a special sub-category at a discounted rate, in which a specific, creative aspect of a film is considered. You, as a filmmaker, know your film better than anyone else, and you would therefore have knowledge of these particular aspects of your film that shine above the rest. By entering these reduced-rate sub-categories, you can point that out. Please do not feel obligated to enter sub-categories, as it will NOT affect your chances of winning ‘Best of Show,’ ‘Award of Excellence,’ or ‘Award Of Merit’ for the FILM ITSELF in the major categories (Drama, Comedy, etc). Submitting to this sub-category - just as submitting to major categories - does not guarantee an award. We just want you to be able to take full advantage of all aspects of our competition, and give special attention to any sub-category/production value that you feel deserves it.

This is a special sub-category at a discounted rate, in which a specific, creative aspect of a film is considered. You, as a filmmaker, know your film better than anyone else, and you would therefore have knowledge of these particular aspects of your film that shine above the rest. By entering these reduced-rate sub-categories, you can point that out. Please do not feel obligated to enter sub-categories, as it will NOT affect your chances of winning ‘Best of Show,’ ‘Award of Excellence,’ or ‘Award Of Merit’ for the FILM ITSELF in the major categories (Drama, Comedy, etc). Submitting to this sub-category - just as submitting to major categories - does not guarantee an award. We just want you to be able to take full advantage of all aspects of our competition, and give special attention to any sub-category/production value that you feel deserves it.

This is a special sub-category at a discounted rate, in which a specific, creative aspect of a film is considered. You, as a filmmaker, know your film better than anyone else, and you would therefore have knowledge of these particular aspects of your film that shine above the rest. By entering these reduced-rate sub-categories, you can point that out. Please do not feel obligated to enter sub-categories, as it will NOT affect your chances of winning ‘Best of Show,’ ‘Award of Excellence,’ or ‘Award Of Merit’ for the FILM ITSELF in the major categories (Drama, Comedy, etc). Submitting to this sub-category - just as submitting to major categories - does not guarantee an award. We just want you to be able to take full advantage of all aspects of our competition, and give special attention to any sub-category/production value that you feel deserves it.

This is a special sub-category at a discounted rate, in which a specific, creative aspect of a film is considered. You, as a filmmaker, know your film better than anyone else, and you would therefore have knowledge of these particular aspects of your film that shine above the rest. By entering these reduced-rate sub-categories, you can point that out. Please do not feel obligated to enter sub-categories, as it will NOT affect your chances of winning ‘Best of Show,’ ‘Award of Excellence,’ or ‘Award Of Merit’ for the FILM ITSELF in the major categories (Drama, Comedy, etc). Submitting to this sub-category - just as submitting to major categories - does not guarantee an award. We just want you to be able to take full advantage of all aspects of our competition, and give special attention to any sub-category/production value that you feel deserves it.