Big Sky Documentary Film Festival

Documentary Film Festival in Missoula.

Documentary Fee-based

About

The Big Sky Documentary Film Festival celebrates the art of non-fiction filmmaking and promotes media literacy by establishing a forum for documentary in the American West.

Over 100 films screen to enthusiastic audiences over ten days. The event also includes several filmmaking and technology panels, VIP parties and receptions, and awards celebrations.

Program

Documentary Films & Videos (Features, Shorts, MINI);
International Documentary Pitch Session.

Awards

Best Feature Documentary;
Big Sky Award. Given to one film or video about the American West;
Best Short Documentary. Given to one film or video between 15 and 49 minutes in length;
Best MINI. Given to one film or video under 15 minutes in length.

Rules

Rough cuts are accepted for entry at the final deadline only. If you submit a rough cut, we cannot guarantee that the programmers will be able to review an updated cut at a later date.
Submit via Filmfreeway platforms.
The festival will cover return shipping of the master cassette or film reel(s) of entries selected for screening.
Accepted films must not have been shown in anywhere in Montana prior to the festival.
Subtitles language: English

Premiere Requirements

Regional premiere required.

Jury and Organizers