Dear Asian filmmakers, the San Jose International Short Film Festival (USA) is accepting short films until July 1, 2026.

About the festival:
The San Jose International Short Film Festival is dedicated to delivering the highest quality short films to welcoming audiences in the heart of Silicon Valley. This is a festival that welcomes storytelling and the artists behind those stories.

With over one hundred 5 star reviews from attending filmmakers, we invite you to submit your short film (up to 40 mins in length) and experience what World Class Short Films are all about.

Eligibility:
– The festival only accepts short films under 40 minutes from any kind of genres.
– The festival prefers films that have not been widely distributed online.
– If selected the screening will be with DCP.
– Films must have English subtitles.
– Submissions must be made via FilmFreeway.
– Submissions Fees and Deadlines:

– Notification Date: August 2, 2026

To submit to the festival please visit: https://filmfreeway.com/sjsff

We remind readers that the 18th San Jose International Short Film Festival  will take place from October 22 – 25, 2026 in San Jose, USA.

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