The Overcome Film Festival is an international event that provides a platform for storytellers, filmmakers, musicians, and game developers to share stories of survival and triumph over adversity. The festival includes multiple award categories spanning live-action, animation, narrative, non-narrative, experimental, and audiovisual poetry. The festival also features the Overcome Game Awards, recognizing outstanding video game titles related to the festival’s theme.   Information & Application Details:
  • Earlybird Deadline: May 20, 2025 – $15
  • Regular Deadline: July 30, 2025 – $15
  • Late Deadline: August 30, 2025 – $20
  • Extended Deadline: September 20, 2025 – $25
  • Event Dates: October 23-29, 2025
  • Results Announcement: October 22, 2025
 

Eligibility:

  • Open to filmmakers, musicians, and game developers worldwide.
  • Submissions must be original, and applicants must hold full copyright.
  • Offensive, illegal, or discriminatory content will not be accepted.
 

Theme:

Stories that highlight personal or collective experiences of overcoming adversity and celebrating resilience.

How to Apply:

  • Submissions must be made via the provided online platforms.
  • Entries must comply with the festival’s official rules.
  • Selected films must include English subtitles.
 

Submission Requirements:

  • Films (Features & Shorts), Music, and Video Games.
  • Accepts single-player, multiplayer, e-sports, and mobile games.
  • Entries must align with the festival’s theme of overcoming adversity.
 

Selection Process:

  • Winners will be notified via email.
  • Official selections will be announced and awarded certificates (no financial prizes).
  • The winners’ names will be published online.
 

Program Benefits & Awards:

  • Official Selection films, music, and games will be recognized.
  • Special category awards will be granted.
  • No monetary prizes; winners receive certificates.
 

Contact & Resources:

  Website link: https://overcomefilmfestival.modifiergroup.com/