Your Guide to WorldFest-Houston
Everything you need to know to make the most of your festival experience. From How to Sumbit to where to park, what try to answer everything we can. Whether you're a first-time submitter or a seasoned pro, our FAQs provide clear guidance to help you navigate the submission process with ease.
Want to Submit your Master Piece?
We want to see your story and welcome you to be part of a Legacy on Independent Film History. Visit our link to FilmFreeway for the Submission Form and process. We’re exited find a our next generation of Remi Winners.
Submissions & Categories
Explore our Submissions & Categories FAQs to find answers to your questions about how to submit your work and the different categories available.
All submissions go through FilmFreeway. It’s simple, streamlined, and keeps everything in one place.
We’ve got a wide range — features, shorts, docs, music videos, TV pilots, student films, and screenplays.
No, we no longer accept works-in-progress. We expect picture locked entries. Reach out directly with specific questions and we'll do our best!
Student Eligibility
Check out our FAQs on Student Eligibility for film submissions to learn how you can submit your projects and discover the various categories you can enter.
Submit proof of enrollment (student ID, transcript, or letter from your school).
Absolutely. Film students at every level are welcome. Our thoughts are if you made the film as a student you deserve some extra credit!
No, we no longer accept works-in-progress. We expect picture locked entries. Reach out directly with specific questions and we'll do our best!
Fees, Discounts & Waivers
Check out our Fees, Discounts, and Waivers FAQs to get answers about payment options, available discounts, and how to apply for waivers.
Yes! Alumni, students, and early birds often get special codes — keep an eye on our newsletters or drop us a line.
Sorry, no. Entry fees help us keep the lights on, but we’ll always share discount codes when we can.
Yep. Alumni are part of the WorldFest family, and we’re glad to offer returning discounts.
Judging & Notifications
Check out our Judging & Notifications FAQs to get answers about the judging process and how you'll be notified about your submissions.
Every entry is reviewed by multiple jury members in a blind process, when possible. We’re looking for "a good story, well told" with an eye out for originality, craft, and heart — not big budgets or big names. Bonus points for our Texas filmmakers and global perspectives.
Notification dates are posted on FilmFreeway. Keep an eye on your inbox for updates.
We have a rotating group of cinefiles, industry professionals, WorldFest award-winners and festival staff/volunteers. If you're interested serving on the jury, apply here.
Still have questions?
Feel free to reach out to us with any further questions, and we will be happy to assist you personally. If you have any additional question that are not here, send us a message and we will guide you.
