Welcome to the Synergy Film Festival
Where Stories Connect, and Creativity Thrives
Based in the heart of Los Angeles, the Synergy Film Festival is an annual celebration of cinematic excellence, dedicated to showcasing powerful domestic and international stories while providing a platform for filmmakers to shine.
Our mission is to empower independent filmmakers, offering unparalleled opportunities for networking, collaboration, and industry exposure with a focus on fostering meaningful connections that lead to distribution and future projects.
At Synergy, every film is judged by a distinguished panel of academicians, producers, and professional filmmakers, ensuring each story receives the recognition it deserves.
Join us to connect with like-minded creatives, exchange ideas, and become part of an inspiring community driven by passion and innovation.
Stay tuned for exciting updates and announcements—your next big opportunity might be just around the corner!
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Thank you very much to the Synergy Film Festival for including my short film "Terra Draconis: posterity and prosperity of fossils in the modern age" in your festival this year. Throughout the entire process it was easy to submit, communication was stellar, and your dedication to boosting filmmakers and their independent works is amazing!
OPEN FOR ENTRIES
SFF distributes awards in 22 different categories every year and offers participants an exciting festival experience.
There are more than 3 thousand festivals in America alone and approximately 15 thousand films reach the audience through festivals every year, but sometimes films do not receive enough attention and disappear.
what sets us apart from other festivals?
First of all, we evaluate every project, no matter how small or big it is.
We want the best film stories to promote filmmakers and help them to reach bigger audiences. Moreover, SFF allows directors, producers and actors from all walks of life, young and old, to come together and create a network. SFF bring together professionals, filmmakers, producers and actors to exchange the ideas and collaborate in a highly creative and inspiring atmosphere. SFF strives to capture the spirit of film and filmmakers in a time when everything is digitalized.
Our only goal is to bring out the amateur filmmaker spirit in everyone. That's why our platform is called Synergy Film Festival. We believe in you and the Synergy.
The festival accepts movies under different categories such as Feature films 60 min +more, Short films, Documentaries, Experimental, web series, Best Actor and Best Director Projects.
If you’re an aspiring director, you will know that it is crucial for your work to be appreciated no matter the size of the audience or the budgets of the films you compete against. At SYNERGY Film we care about your skills and vision.
Awards & Prizes
Feature Script Winners
1st, 2nd, and 3rd Place Winners
-Inktip Pro Membership
-Scriptation Membership License
-iPitch.tv Membership License
Scriptation License: Scriptation is the Emmy® Award winning app for production that instantly transfers your notes — including shotlists, diagrams, photos, and facing pages — into new drafts in seconds. Digitally mark up scripts, separate notes into layers, track changes across revisions, generate breakdown reports, and so much more. Whether you’re on set, on location, or on the go, Scriptation makes it easy to collaborate and stay connected to your team.
InkTip Membership: Each winner will receive a 4-month InkTip Pro Membership, granting access to a platform where thousands of filmmakers can discover and read their scripts. This membership also enables weekly pitching directly to production companies.
With over 3,000 scripts optioned and 400 films produced, InkTip has established itself as a leading hub for independent filmmaking. All InkTip producers are thoroughly vetted, ensuring they possess the expertise and track record to bring projects to life.
InkTip’s network includes industry heavyweights such as ABC, Anonymous Content, APA, CBS Films, HBO Films, ICM, Paradigm, Paramount Pictures, Hallmark Channel, FX, Universal, WME, Echo Lake, Zero Gravity, Bad Robot, and 20th Century Fox.
Each prize package provides four months of InkTip Pro Membership, allowing winners to showcase their talent and connect with InkTip’s extensive network of producers and representatives.
iPitch.tv Membership: "Looking for a way to pitch your idea for a television show or movie? iPITCH.TV offers a next generation platform for creators of original pitches for TV, Film & Digital Media to connect directly with Hollywood Producers and Studio Executives and gives creators industry pro advice on how to pitch a television show or feature film. Pitch your idea for a Movie, Screenplay, Television Show, Short Film, New Media Project and more."
Additionally:
Crystal Trophies
Certificate of Participation
Laurels
IMDB Festival credits
Social Media Promotion during the next season
-Distribution Opportunities
Feature Film Winners
1st, 2nd, and 3rd Place Winners
-Inktip Pro Membership
-Scriptation Membership License
-iPitch.tv Membership License
Scriptation License: Scriptation is the Emmy® Award winning app for production that instantly transfers your notes — including shotlists, diagrams, photos, and facing pages — into new drafts in seconds. Digitally mark up scripts, separate notes into layers, track changes across revisions, generate breakdown reports, and so much more. Whether you’re on set, on location, or on the go, Scriptation makes it easy to collaborate and stay connected to your team.
InkTip Membership: Winners will receive an exclusive prize package from InkTip Pro Membership. This membership grants unparalleled access to a platform where thousands of filmmakers can discover and read your scripts. Additionally, you’ll have the opportunity to pitch your work directly to production companies on a weekly basis. Each prize package includes access as an InkTip member to InkTip's large unproduced script database, leads system, and more.
InkTip has facilitated the production of over 400 films and boasts more than 3,000 script options, making it a premier destination for independent filmmakers. Each InkTip producer undergoes a thorough vetting process, ensuring they have the experience and credentials necessary to bring movies to life.
Prominent companies that collaborate with InkTip include ABC, Anonymous Content, APA, CBS Films, HBO Films, ICM, Paradigm, Paramount Pictures, Hallmark Channel, FX, Universal, WME, Echo Lake, Zero Gravity, Bad Robot, and 20th Century Fox.
iPitch.tv Membership: "Looking for a way to pitch your idea for a television show or movie? iPITCH.TV offers a next generation platform for creators of original pitches for TV, Film & Digital Media to connect directly with Hollywood Producers and Studio Executives and gives creators industry pro advice on how to pitch a television show or feature film. Pitch your idea for a Movie, Screenplay, Television Show, Short Film, New Media Project and more."
Additionally:
Crystal Trophies
Certificate of Participation
Laurels
IMDB Festival credits
Social Media Promotion during the next season
-Distribution Opportunities
Short Screenplay - Short Film - Foreign - Student -
Documentary - Web - Animation - Experimental -
Comedy - Horror - Thriller - Sci-Fi - Drama
Top Winners
Each Category Winner, including Short Film, Short Screenplay, Foreign, Student, Documentary, Web, Animation, Experimental, Comedy, Horror, Thriller, Sci-Fi, Drama, will receive:
-Scriptation Membership License
-iPitch.tv Membership License
Scriptation License: Scriptation is the Emmy® Award winning app for production that instantly transfers your notes — including shotlists, diagrams, photos, and facing pages — into new drafts in seconds. Digitally mark up scripts, separate notes into layers, track changes across revisions, generate breakdown reports, and so much more. Whether you’re on set, on location, or on the go, Scriptation makes it easy to collaborate and stay connected to your team.
iPitch.tv Membership: "Looking for a way to pitch your idea for a television show or movie? iPITCH.TV offers a next generation platform for creators of original pitches for TV, Film & Digital Media to connect directly with Hollywood Producers and Studio Executives and gives creators industry pro advice on how to pitch a television show or feature film. Pitch your idea for a Movie, Screenplay, Television Show, Short Film, New Media Project and more."
Additionally:
Crystal Trophies
Certificate of Participation
Laurels
IMDB credits
Social Media Promotion during the next season
In addition:
Best Picture
Grand Jury Winner
Festival Winner
Winners will also have potential Distribution Opportunities.
Music Video - Best Editing - Best Male/Female Actor -
Best Male/Female Director - Best Production
First Time Filmmaker - Best Trailer
Category Top Winners
Each Category Winner, including Music Video, Editing, Male/Female Actor, Male/Female Director/ Production, First time Filmmaker, Best Trailer, will receive:
Crystal Trophies
Certificate of Participation
Laurels
IMDB credits
Social Media Promotion during the next season
Deadlines
Super Early Nov 30, 2024
Early Jan 31, 2025
Regular May 30, 2025
Late Jul 30, 2025
Extended Sep 26, 2025
Notification & Event Date
Notification Date: Sept 28 , 2025
AWARD CEREMONY : Oct 12, 2025
* FilmFreeway Gold Members get 10% off entry fee.
