Burbank
International
Film Festival
Celebrate Cinema in the
Media Capital of the World
BIFF Proudly Sponsored by
about us
BIFF's schedule of films comprises cinema of every genre, so there's something for everyone to enjoy. BIFF also continues to introduce new Awards categories to honor the talented craftspeople behind the scenes. The five-day festival includes 130+ film screenings, Q&As featuring celebrities and industry professionals, fabulous red-carpet receptions, audience awards, and informative panels.
BIFF culminates with the Closing Night Gala Dinner and Awards Ceremony, which is the highlight of the festival. We shine a light on the unknown artists of today, helping them become the celebrated filmmakers of tomorrow.
Our festival ranks in the Top 1% on FilmFreeway of more than 14,000 film festivals and creative contests around the world.
Submissions Open
Late Deadline: March 31, 2025
We welcome Feature Films, Shorts, Dramas, Comedies, Films By Women, LGBTQ, Documentaries, Sci-Fi/Fantasy, Animation, Horror/Thriller, Faith-Based, Student Films and Foreign Films.
We invite original/adapted Feature Screenplays and TV Pilot scripts for consideration.
Films completed prior to 2023 will not be eligible for acceptance into BIFF.
For more information about our submission guidelines and to submit your work, please visit our FilmFreeway Page.
Experience Burbank, CA
BIFF Screenings and live Q&As at the AMC 16 Theaters where audience members can interact with filmmakers.
Have fun at our Panels & After-Parties in Downtown Burbank establishments such as Urban Press Winery, Hilton Garden Inn, Inkwell Tavern, Hotel Burbank, and Kalaveras.
Burbank, California is the Media Capital of the World, and it's headquarters to more than a thousand entertainment and media companies, including Warner Bros., The Walt Disney Company, Cartoon Network Studios, Legendary, and Nickelodeon.
Winners & Nominees
Recognition and Awards: Compete for prestigious awards and recognition in various categories, including Best Feature Film, Best Short Film, Best Screenplay, the "Tim Burton 'Burbank Native' Visionary Award" and more.
Networking Opportunities: Connect with fellow creatives, potential collaborators, and industry insiders during our festival events and screenings.
Global Exposure: Your film or script will be seen by industry professionals, filmmakers, and film enthusiasts from around the world.