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Submission Requirements
Submission Requirements
We are accepting 30 second to 7 minute short films created independently by students in Massachusetts schools, grades 6-12. Please keep submissions to a maximum PG-13 maturity level, and handle serious topics with care, providing content warnings so that Re:Frame remains a safe and positive environment for all attendees. You must disclose the use of generative AI at any point in the creation process of your films. We retain the right to pull any submission if we suspect inappropriate AI use, or plagiarism. See our full guidelines here.
SUBMISSION DEADLINE:
SUBMISSION DEADLINE:
MARCH 13th, 2026
MARCH 13th, 2026
Ticket Packages and Passes on Sale April 1st
Selected Films and Creators will be notified by April 20-22.
Festival Event Date: Friday, May 15th, and Saturday, May 16th
Before You Submit – Checklist
Before You Submit – Checklist
Eligibility
Eligibility
I am in grades 6–12 and attend a Massachusetts school.
All crew members meet the eligibility requirements.
Any non-eligible collaborators are listed separately as “Other Collaborators.”
Film Requirements
Film Requirements
My film is between 30 seconds and 7 minutes long (based on category).
My film is PG–13 or below.
I have included content warnings in the submission form AND before the title card for any required topics.
Copyright
Copyright
All visuals, music, and writing are original OR used under fair use, public domain, or with permission/license.
I have created a Works Cited document in MLA format (if needed).
My end credits name any borrowed material and its creator.
AI Content
AI Content
If I used AI-generated images, video, or dialogue, I have:
Disclosed it in the submission form.
Included a note in the film or in the credits.
Submitted the exact prompt(s) I used.
Final Review
Final Review
My film is complete, with titles and credits.
All required forms and files are ready to upload.
I’m proud of the work and ready to share it with the Re:Frame audience.
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