The 20th edition of Glasgow Short Film Festival will take place 17-21 March 2027.
GSFF competitions are comprised of submitted films, and other elements of the festival programme also draw from submissions. Our programming team eagerly watches thousands of submissions each year to showcase the most exciting new work from around the world.
More information on our competitions, and the films screened in 2026, can be found on the Programme page.
The 2027 call for entries opens Thursday 4 June and closes 27 October 2026.
We are currently inviting submissions to two categories:
Scottish Short Film Award
Films are considered eligible for the Scottish competition if at least two of the following key positions: director, writer, producer – are filled by one or more people resident in Scotland.
Bill Douglas Award for International Short Film Award
Any film not eligible for the Scottish competition is eligible for the International Competition.
Submissions to the Young Scottish Filmmaker Prize will open later in the year.
Eligibility for either category
All films must have been completed after 30 September 2025, with a maximum duration of 40 minutes. They may not have been previously submitted to GSFF. Works-in-progress are welcome.
Films may be submitted directly to GSFF or via FilmFreeway, at the links below. Please read the Rules and Regulations, and Submissions FAQs before submitting.
Earlybird Deadline: Tuesday 4 August (£10 if submitted directly to GSFF or US$13.50 if submitted via FilmFreeway)
Regular Deadline: Tuesday 22 September (£14 or US$19)
Late Deadline: Tuesday 27 October (£18 or US$25)
We are delighted that for a third year our Call for Entries is supported by The Ark Post Production. The Ark is offering 20% off DCP creation to all applicants to the 2027 festival. More details will be sent on receipt of your submission.
Glasgow Short Film Festival is a BAFTA-qualifying event. All British films screened at GSFF automatically become eligible for BAFTA Short Film or Short Animation Award consideration, as long as they meet other eligibility criteria.
Glasgow Short Film Festival is a British Independent Film Awards-qualifying event. All British films screened at GSFF automatically become eligible for BIFA Best British Short Film Award consideration, as long as they meet other eligibility criteria.