Tier 2
Deaffest
Wolverhampton, United Kingdom
- Entry fee
- from GBP 40
- Premiere
- No premiere requirement
- Formats accepted
- Shorts, Features, Documentaries, Animation, Experimental, Music videos
Last verified 24 August 2026
About Deaffest
Deaffest is the UK's leading Deaf Film and Arts Festival.
Awards this festival can qualify you for
BIFA Best Film · Best British Independent Film
In-person official selection at this BIFA Section A festival is sufficient (one Section A festival confers eligibility; the alternative is two Section B British festivals). No win required. Online-only screenings do not qualify. British independent film (BFI cultural test). 2026 window: 1 Nov 2025 to 30 Nov 2026.
BIFA Short · Best British Short Film
In-person official selection is sufficient; no win or competition placement required. BIFA Short Section A: one Section A festival confers eligibility. British production, under 40 minutes.
Deaffest submission FAQ
How much does it cost to submit to Deaffest?
Submitting to Deaffest costs from GBP 40 as a rough guide. Entry fees usually rise closer to the deadline and vary by category.
Does Deaffest require a premiere?
No premiere requirement. Deaffest accepts films that have screened elsewhere.
Where is Deaffest held?
Deaffest takes place in Wolverhampton, United Kingdom.
Is Deaffest a scam, or is it legitimate?
Deaffest is a legitimate, established film festival: it is listed in FilmRun's curated, human-vetted festival database, which deliberately excludes known scam festivals and certificate mills; it ranks among the upper tiers of the festival circuit. As with any festival, confirm the current deadline and fee on the official site before you pay.
Is Deaffest right for your film?
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