Teen Short Film Competition

Teen Short Film Competition

Every year, the Boulder International Film Festival opens our Teen Short Film Competition, which offers young filmmakers an opportunity to see their films shown on the big screen. This competition welcomes submissions from students around the world, ages 12-18, in a variety of genres: from comedy to drama, thriller to experimental, animated to documentary. There is a 6 minute limit to run time, but no limit to the amount of creativity you are welcome to include!

The 2026 Teen Short Film Competition is open NOW through February 26, 2026.

Nominees will be screened and winners announced at the Teen Short Film Competition Awards Ceremony on April 9, 2026.

Submit Your Film Here!

View Competition Guidelines

Student Jurors Needed

Get Involved with BIFF!

Looking for students aged 12-18 interested in judging for the Teen Short Film Competition! Duties include:

– Attending one informational meeting in early 2026 (date TBA)

– Watching and rating all submitted films

– Helping run Teen Short Film Competition Awards Ceremony on April 9, 2026

Contact Nathan Jongewaard for more information

nathan@biff1.com

View Past Winners

2025 Teen Short Film Competition Nominees and Winners in Following Genre Categories:

– Animated

– Comedy

– Documentary

– Drama

– Experimental

– Thriller

View Past Winners Here

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