Hello movie enthusiasts! Your shot at stepping into the limelight is here. The inaugural Round Top Film Festival in Texas has flung open its doors for both feature film and short film submissions till August 20. Sure to be an exciting spectacle, this film festival seeks to embody the trifecta of creativity, education, and community enrichment.
About the Festival Dates and Awards
Scheduled to roll out the red carpet from November 7-10, the festival will announce the selected movies on September 18. It’s a golden opportunity to have your film screened, evaluated, and potentially awarded. The awards are thoughtfully curated and include the Audience Award for Best Feature Film. There’s also a sparkly line-up of juried categories like Best Live Action Short (Drama), Best Comedy Short, Best Documentary Short, and Best Music Video. So whether you are someone who loves the intensity of drama, the lightness of comedy, the truthfulness of documentaries, or the twirling world of music videos, there’s a category for you.
What to Expect at the Round Top Film Festival?
This four-day cinematic extravaganza will host about 40 films spanning feature, short, and music video categories. Apart from the film screenings, there are guest artist appearances, engaging panel discussions, and exciting special events on the cards. The exact details about the festival schedule are yet to be announced but one can expect riveting experiences and insightful interactions.
The Birth and Philosophy of the Festival
The festival is brought to life by the mother-daughter duo, Shanna Schanen and Skylar Schanen. Round Top, situated halfway between Houston and Austin, is lovingly referred to as the “the Aspen of Texas”. This charming locale has evolved from a tranquil retreat into a bustling hub of activities. Through the Round Top Film Festival, the founders aim to promote the town’s cultural growth while holding onto its unique charm and character.
Round Top’s Rich Offerings
Round Top, being known for its popular bi-annual Round Top Antiques & Design Show, has more to offer. With art galleries, boutique hotels, cozy retreats, historic buildings, vineyards, breweries, and nature-based attractions, it promises a wholesome experience. The film festival will be hosted at the Round Top Festival Institute’s campus at Festival Hill, a venue steeped in musical history dating back to 1971.
How to Apply for the festival?
To join this cinematic journey, visit the festival’s Film Freeway Portal to view the film submission requirements. You need to act fast to benefit from reduced early bird pricing for festival passes available till the end of August.
Conclusion
The Round Top Film Festival is sure to be a vibrant, enlightening, and enjoyable experience both for filmmakers and film lovers. It’s the perfect platform to showcase filmmaking talents and a great way to experience the beauty and uniqueness of Round Top. So start preparing your film submission documents, tap that creativity, and gear up for an unforgettable film festival this November!
Let the silver-screen magic unfurl in the idyllic “Aspen of Texas” and don’t miss your chance to be a part of it!
