CALL FOR ENTRIES now open! Early bird through September 1. $35 US Dollars
The WINDRIDER STUDENT FILM FESTIVAL (WISFF) honors emerging student filmmakers whose independent voices reflect the human condition with creativity and respect. Formerly the ANGELUS STUDENT FILM FESTIVAL (which MovieMaker magazine called "best bet for student moviemakers,") WISFF boasts a world-class alumni that have gone on to win multiple Oscar, Emmy, Peabody and Sundance nominations, awards and recognition.
WHAT WE ARE LOOKING FOR:
Live action shorts (drama, comedy, narrative, etc.,) and documentaries with universal themes that resonate with everyone. Themes such as REDEMPTION, RESILIENCE, SOCIAL JUSTICE, EQUALITY, DIVERSITY, FREEDOM, SACRIFICE, SPIRITUALITY, DIGNITY, TRIUMPH OF THE HUMAN SPIRIT and PURPOSE. We want your original, entertaining and unique perspectives.
The emphasis is on STORY.
OPPORTUNITIES
WISFF offers generous cash prizes, expense-paid trips to the Sundance Film Festival for the winners, visibility and unique opportunities making it one of the most sought after prestigious student film festivals worldwide. Past winners have had their films showcased in Rome, Milan, Tuscany, London and Prague as well as numerous US venues.
WINDRIDER offers visibility for the emerging artist, and practical career-making advice and mentorship. From introductions to potential executive producers and investors, to exposure to the industry via networking opportunities and events, WISFF creates an arena in which future collaborations among filmmakers can flourish. WINDRIDER has had a hand in fostering many a film and launching more than a few on their paths in the industry.
Visit us at WISFF.com and check out what our alumni has to say!
$10,000 Grand Jury Prize
$10,000 Best Documentary
$10,000 Cinematic Storytelling
All winners receive expense-paid trip to Park City during the 2016 Sundance Film Festival.