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Sydney Film Festival

Sydney, Australia · Direct Submission

National premiere Shorts & Features NarrativeDocumentaryAnimationExperimental

One of the longest-running festivals in the world (founded 1954). The A$60,000 Sydney Film Prize is one of the richest globally. Australian premiere required.

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Deadlines & Fees

earlybird deadline · passed

Mon, December 1, 2025

Shorts 15 / Features 20 AUD

regular deadline · passed

Sun, February 1, 2026

Shorts 21 / Features 35 AUD

The Facts

Festival dates

Wed, June 3, 2026 – Sun, June 14, 2026

Notification

Expected by Wed, April 15, 2026

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