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16th Annual Film Festival
New For this year “TV Pilot” (see task system)
For those of you who have entered this festival before, you know the fun and the thrill of seeing your work on the big screen in all of its glory. Many may not realize that we don’t turn away any films that meet our guidelines. From beginner to avid filmmaker alike we screen all entries in our general screening sessions. Giving you a chance to create new material, test new ideas, and try new filmmaking techniques all in front of a live audience!
Our fantastic in person screenings and amazing Oscars style awards ceremony are what sets us apart from your average challenge style film festival. Normally held in premier twin cities theaters our screenings are so much fun. Our awards show, held just a few weeks after all the general screenings have taken place is what people really look forward to!
Z-Fest is really fun, creative, and brings the film community together with a renewed sense of pride and purpose. Join us this year for the biggest season yet!
The Z-Fest 2025 season XVI opening registration in June 2024 thru Feb 2025. Registration and Control Element are required to participate.