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Ocean

Empowering Filmmakers in the Pacific

Opening Date:
September 1st 2024

Early Bird Deadline: 
October 4th 2024

Regular Deadline:
November 1st 2024

Late Deadline:
December 6th 2024

Final Deadline
January 3rd 2025

Notification Date
February 7th 2025

Festival Dates
March 14th-15th 2025

Pacific Ocean Short Film Festival

Welcome to the Pacific Ocean Short Film Festival, an exciting celebration dedicated to showcasing the incredible talent and diverse stories of filmmakers from the Pacific region. Held in the vibrant city of Melbourne, this festival provides a unique platform for Pacific Islander filmmakers to share their work, connect with audiences, and engage in meaningful cultural exchanges. 

Catagories

POSFF is inviting filmamkers from the Pacific to Submit to the following categories:

SHORT FILM

Up to 10 Minutes

The Short Film Category of the Pacific Ocean Short Film Festival celebrates innovative and engaging films up to 10 minutes long that highlight the rich stories and cultures of the Pacific region. We welcome submissions from filmmakers based in the Pacific and those internationally who explore Pacific themes. Films will be evaluated on storytelling, creativity, and technical excellence. Submit your work and showcase your unique perspective on the Pacific experience!

SHORT ANIMATION

Up to 10 Minutes

The Short Animation Category at the Pacific Ocean Short Film Festival celebrates creative and imaginative animated films up to 20 minutes that reflect the vibrant cultures and stories of the Pacific region. We welcome submissions in various animation styles, including traditional, stop-motion, and digital. Entries will be judged on originality, artistic expression, and narrative impact. Showcase your unique animation and bring the rich tapestry of the Pacific to life through your artistry!

SHORT DOCUMENTARY

Up to 10 Minutes

We seek compelling documentaries that explore cultural, environmental, or social issues, showcasing the diverse voices and experiences of the Pacific. Submissions will be judged on their narrative strength, originality, and visual storytelling. Share your documentary and contribute to a deeper understanding of the Pacific’s rich and varied landscapes.

MUSIC VIDEO

Up to 5 Minutes

The Music Video Category at the Pacific Ocean Short Film Festival highlights visually captivating and innovative music videos up to 10 minutes that resonate with the spirit and culture of the Pacific region. We invite submissions that blend compelling visuals with music to create an engaging narrative or artistic expression. Entries will be judged on creativity, integration of music and visuals, and overall impact. Submit your music video and showcase how the rhythms and melodies of the Pacific can be brought to life through dynamic visual storytelling!

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AWARD CATAGORIES

  • BEST SHORT FILM

  • BEST SHORT DOCUMENTARY

  • BEST SHORT ANIMATION

  • BEST MUSIC VIDEO

  • BEST DIRECTOR

  • BEST CINEMATOGRAPHY

  • BEST SCREENPLAY

  • BEST ACTOR

  • BEST ACTRESS

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