Submissions

We thank everyone who submitted their work for consideration.

2024 Submission Guidelines & Info:

We accept short (up to 30 mins) and feature-length (up to 120 mins) documentary and fiction films.
The theme for the 2024 festival is Revelations. We are looking for films that explore various iterations and interpretations of this concept, both literal and figurative. A revelation can be an epiphany, a secret that has been made public, an awakening of social consciousness, a moment of self-discovery. We are surrounded by revelations about the world, society, revelations push us to learn new things and unlearn what we thought we knew. A revelation can startle and shock but it can also bring closure, a sense of purpose, tell us something that has been longing to be told. We encourage filmmakers to offer us their takes on this theme and reveal new possibilities and approaches.
The submission period goes from March 1 through July 1.
The cost of submissions is $7 for short and $12 for feature-length films.
We ask that each filmmaker include a short statement (1-2 sentences) describing in what way they believe the submitted film relates to the festival’s theme (2024 theme is “Revelations”)
We offer Early bird (up to June 1) and Student Discounts!
Visit our FilmFreeway page to read the full guidelines!

For participating filmmakers traveling from afar, we are happy to be able to offer free accommodation in one of the 4 double guest rooms on the farm. We want to make it possible for artists from all regions of Austria and abroad to showcase their work in person! Accommodation will be offered on a first-come, first-served basis, but we always try to do our best to host as many people as possible.
Jury and audience-choice prizes will be awarded in the “Best Fictional Short,” “Best Documentary Short,” “Best Documentary Feature,” “Best Animated Short,” and “Best Experimental Film” categories.
Jury members will be announced in August! Stay tuned!

Email us: pillusionfilm[at]gmail[dot]com