Horror Hotel International Film Festival

Objective

The International Horror Hotel fosters creativity within genre writers and filmmakers, providing a platform for them to share their work and gain recognition. Our main focus is in connecting those working within the horror (and sub-genre) community, helping them to expand their network and gain contacts to strengthen their work.

Deadline/Entry Fees

Expired. Previous Deadline: 03/08/2021

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Notification: Genre awards announced April 15, 2021; Overall awards announced June 6, 2021.

Rules

PLEASE READ ALL RULES BEFORE SUBMITTING!

When submitting your project, please select only ONE genre on your registration form. If you are unsure of which genre to choose, send us an e-mail to inquire.

Categories are:

Feature Script (Over 55 pages)
Short Script (Under 55 pages)
Web Episode
TV Pilot

GENRES for shorts and features are:

Fantasy; Horror; Horror-Comedy; Sci-Fi; Slasher; Suspense-Thriller

There are no restrictions as to when your script was completed or where it has been released. Anyone may enter the competition. All entries must receive an average score of 85 or above in the judging process to qualify for award placement.

Please note, if your project qualifies for an award, you or a direct representative from your project must be in attendance at the festival in order to receive any physical awards. Non-attending winners will be e-mailed award certificates after the event.

All submissions - whether accepted or not - come with ONE complimentary 4-day event pass to the festival (June 3-6). Any additional passes must be purchased in advance or at the door.

You may withdraw your submission at any time, but there are no refunds on submissions.

By submitting this script, you acknowledge that it is your own original work and you are authorized to submit it to competition.

The individual or corporation submitting this script shall indemnify and hold harmless Horror Hotel from and against any and all claims, liabilities, losses, damages, and expenses (including but not limited to attorney's fees, and costs of the court) which may be incurred by reason of any claim involving copyright, trademark, credits and publicity.

Awards

Awards up to 4th place in each category, as well as honorable mentions. Awards to attending winners include trophies, plaques and certificates. Championship belt to overall best script winner.