The Maryland Film Fest is now accepting submissions for our 24th annual Festival in 2022. We’re seeking top-notch film and video work from all over the world – narrative, documentary, animation, experimental, and hybrid – in short and feature-length format.

LIVE & IN PERSON

After two years of virtual programming and hybrid adaptations, we are anticipating a celebratory return to the in-person Fest that you love for MdFF 2022! Get ready to screen your film live at the historic Stavros Niarchos Foundation Parkway Theatre and other select locations in Baltimore, Maryland.

FOR THE LOVE OF FILM

Join hundreds of fellow filmmakers – including Stanley Nelson, Barry Jenkins,
Greta Gerwig, Kathryn Bigelow,
and more – in a unique, accessible, competition-free atmosphere created solely for the love and enjoyment of film.

DATES & DEADLINES

July 15, 2021 – Submissions Open

September 15, 2021 – Earlybird Deadline

October 15, 2021 – Regular Deadline

November 15, 2021 – Late Deadline

December 15, 2021 – Extended Deadline

February 15, 2022 – Notification Date

April 27–May 1, 2022 – Festival Dates

QUESTIONS?

Email us at submissions@mdfilmfest.com

See you at MdFF 2022!