Seattle International Film Festival 2027 – International Competition

The Seattle International Film Festival 2027 International Competition is a film festival competition selecting feature films and short films for screening at SIFF Cinemas and other venues across the Seattle region. The festival accepts features (41 minutes or more) and short films (40 minutes or less) from emerging and established filmmakers worldwide. Selected filmmakers present their work to festival audiences, gaining exhibition and international exposure during the festival held in May 2027.

Selected filmmakers have their films screened at the festival, gaining exposure to festival audiences and international visibility.

Open to filmmakers from around the world, including both emerging and established directors. Eligible submissions include feature films (running time 41 minutes or more) and short films (40 minutes or less) across a wide range of genres and styles.

Submit films via the festival's submissions portal and pay the applicable entry fee.