Tier 3
EMP|SFM Science Fiction + Fantasy Short Film Festival
Seattle, United States
- Submission deadline
- 31 December 2026
- Entry fee
- Free early, then USD 20
- Premiere
- No premiere requirement
- Formats accepted
- Shorts, Documentaries, Animation
Last verified 30 September 2026
About EMP|SFM Science Fiction + Fantasy Short Film Festival
ABOUT: Submissions are opening soon for MOPOP’s 22nd Annual Science Fiction + Fantasy Short Film Festival (SFFSFF or “siff-siff”). Created in collaboration with the Seattle International Film Festival, SFFSFF celebrates out-of-this-world short cinema and the daring filmmakers
EMP|SFM Science Fiction + Fantasy Short Film Festival submission FAQ
When is the EMP|SFM Science Fiction + Fantasy Short Film Festival submission deadline?
The main submission deadline for EMP|SFM Science Fiction + Fantasy Short Film Festival is around 31 December 2026. Confirmed for the current edition.
How much does it cost to submit to EMP|SFM Science Fiction + Fantasy Short Film Festival?
Submitting to EMP|SFM Science Fiction + Fantasy Short Film Festival costs Free early, then USD 20 as a rough guide. Entry fees usually rise closer to the deadline and vary by category.
Does EMP|SFM Science Fiction + Fantasy Short Film Festival require a premiere?
No premiere requirement. EMP|SFM Science Fiction + Fantasy Short Film Festival accepts films that have screened elsewhere.
Where is EMP|SFM Science Fiction + Fantasy Short Film Festival held?
EMP|SFM Science Fiction + Fantasy Short Film Festival takes place in Seattle, United States.
Is EMP|SFM Science Fiction + Fantasy Short Film Festival a scam, or is it legitimate?
EMP|SFM Science Fiction + Fantasy Short Film Festival 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. As with any festival, confirm the current deadline and fee on the official site before you pay.
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