In 2020, the Sunscreen Film Festival will be in its 15th year!
Sunscreen is broadly known for being an accessible festival where attendees mix and mingle with filmmakers, actors, writers, producers and celebrities in an open and relaxed atmosphere.
Sunscreen Film Festival proudly accepts entries on FilmFreeway, the world’s #1 way to enter film festivals and creative contests.
Submissions for the 16th Annual Sunscreen Film Fest in St. Petersburg, Florida (April 29 - May 2, 2021):
Important Deadlines:
August 1, 2020 Opening Date
October 1, 2020 Earlybird Deadline
December 16, 2020 Regular Deadline
January 10, 2021 Late Deadline
January 31, 2021 Extended Deadline
February 22, 2021 Notification Date (Approximate)
April 29 – May 2, 2021 Event Date
Awards
Best Short Film
Best Documentary Feature
Best Documentary Short
Best Web series Short
Best Narrative Feature Film
Best Foreign Language Feature Film
Best Foreign Film Short
Best Animated Film Short
Best Student Short
Best Emerging Filmmaker Short
Best Director
Best Actor
Best Actress
Best Cinematography
Sunshine Award (presented by community leaders to the film most reflective of our community)
For a more comprehensive workshop and panel's schedule listing, please visit our partner website at: Sched.com. Powered by Sunscreen Education!
Moderated by Dave DeBorde
An in-depth look at how to strategically and economically use social media and other platforms to get your movie out there.
50 mins
AMC 12 Theaters
For Filmmaker, Day or VIP pass holders
Moderated by Dave DeBorde
Hear from one of the most respected screenwriting gurus in Hollywood, Tim Albaugh (Pixar, Disney Animation) as he gives his famous lecture on the basics of storytelling for Sunscreen pass holders.
50mins
AMC 12 Theaters
For Filmmaker, Day or VIP pass holders
Tim Albaugh and insights from moderator, Prof. Dave DeBorde
See Sched.com for more info.
Moderated by Dave DeBorde
Both talent and talent representation Professional Managers and publicists discuss the ever-changing landscape of talent representation. If you’re interested in how talent representation works, this is a must attend event!
50 mins
AMC 12 Theaters
For Filmmaker, Day or VIP pass holders
Moderated by Dave DeBorde
This is an in-depth look at documentaries from the mechanics of their creation to the search for “truth” or answering an important question.
50mins
AMC Theater 12
For Filmmaker, Day or VIP pass holders
Elizabeth Coffman (Flannery) and Johnathan Gray (American Factory)
See Sched.com for more info.
Moderated by Dave DeBorde
This is an in-depth look at how to get a film or TV project made with a variety of panelists, representing different aspects of the industry. Take lots of notes and come with your own questions. If you’re a filmmaker, you cannot afford to miss this panel!
50mins
AMC Theater 12
For Filmmaker, Day or VIP pass holders
Ramfis Myrthil, Benjamin Wiessner, Avril Speaks, and Milan Chakrobarty
See Sched.com for more info.
Moderated by Dave DeBorde
The mental game, habits and emotional management that it takes to be effective in the business.
50mins
AMC Theater 12
For Filmmaker, Day or VIP pass holders
Moderated by Dave DeBorde
Join agents and casting directors for a panel discussion about the business of being an actor.
80mins
AMC 12 Theaters
For Filmmaker, Day or VIP pass holders
Traci Danielle (Brevard Talent), Kelly Paige (Level Talent Group), Susan Fronsoe (22 Talent), Jackie Levine (Central Florida Talent), Jennifer Conrader (Mullen Casting & Crowdshot Casting), and Lori Wyman
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Moderated by Dave DeBorde
The need has never been greater for the film community to embrace the wide tent of humanity, as our panelists discuss issues of diversity, inclusion and intentionality in media.
50 mins
AMC 12 Theaters
For Filmmaker, Day or VIP pass holders
Amber Albaugh (BOSE, Samsung), Milan Chakrobarty (My Dear Friend Dahmer), Ramfis Myrthil (Cicada), Avril Speaks (Jinn), and Viviana Zarragoitia (3 Point Capital)
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Moderated by Dave DeBorde
There are two ways you can acquire this top tier, up-to-date, and very expensive data regarding the Film and TV industry: #1. Hire Ash Greyson at great expense, fly him to your headquaters and listen to every word he says, or #2. Attend this panel. Those are your two options. Ash Greyson is the industry's best numbers cruncher and if you'd like to know the state of the industry, you literally cannot afford to miss this panel.
50mins
AMC 12 Theaters
For Filmmaker, Day or VIP pass holders
Ash Greyson (Ribbow Media) with insights from Prof. Dave DeBorde
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Moderated by Dave DeBorde
Some refer to the 3rd Act of your script as "The Writer's Problem." Learn from our veteran screenwriters, how to craft an effective end to your feature/pilot.
50mins
AMC 12 Theaters
For Filmmaker, Day or VIP pass holders
Tim Albaugh, Henry Jones and insights from Prof. Dave DeBorde
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Moderated by Dave DeBorde
We’re not going to mince words here – if you are an independent film producer, this could be one of the most important workshops you will EVER take on film financing and how it all works. Seriously, buckle your seat belt and take notes like a maniac!
50mins
AMC 12 Theaters
For Filmmaker, Day or VIP pass holders
Jonathan Gray (American Factor) and Viviana Zarragotia (3 Point Capital)
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Moderated by Dave DeBorde
Learn from a pro how to pitch your production and actually land the deal. Learn the guidelines of pitching your project and yourself.
50 mins
AMC 12 Theaters
For Filmmaker, Day or VIP pass holders
Tim Albaugh, Henry Jones, and insights from Prof. Dave DeBorde
See Sched.com for more info.4:00p
Moderated by Dave DeBorde
This is your opportunity to pitch movers and shakers in the industry! There will be sign up slips, and you will be given one minute to pitch and when your slip is pulled out, then receive two minutes of feedback from our panel of big industry machers. It will be 1st come, 1st serve and once the sheet fills up, there won’t be an opportunity to pitch your big idea to the panel. Do you have what it takes to be the next big thing? We’ll find out!
60mins
AMC 12 Theaters
For Filmmaker, Day or VIP pass holders
Tim Albaugh (Royal Viking Entertainment), Ramfis Myrthil, Henry Jones and insights from Prof. Dave DeBorde
See Sched.com for more info.10:00a
Moderated by Dave DeBorde
Learn about the legal fundamentals needed for your project. Discuss ownership rights, clearing, production/financing/distribution deals, insurance and more! The information covered in this panel is worth thousands. So, bring a notebook! (Note legal discussions will be cursory. For detailed legal advice, the moderator and/or guest speaker(s) reserve the right to either answer in detail or suggest a consultation.)
50mins
AMC 12 Theaters
For Filmmaker, Day or VIP pass holders
In case you did not get the opportunity to attend Sunscreen this year and grab a program guide, or you simply prefer a digital copy, click the "Download PDF" button below to view or obtain a digital copy of the program guide. And if you're feeling a little nostalgic, you can go way, way back and view or download years 1 through 14!
The Sunscreen Film Festival is held at the Sundial AMC 12 Theaters located in the beautiful Mall at Sundial nestled in downtown St. Petersburg, Florida.
153 2nd Avenue North, St. Petersburg, FL 33701
727-800-3201
21.0 mi / 33.8 km from Tampa International Airport (TPA)
Accomodations, located in the heart of downtown St. Pete, within walking distance or a short ride to venue.
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Movies - Workshops - Parties: With a DAY or VIP pass gain access to film screenings, workshops and parties and the Awards Ceremony! Use horizontal scroll buttons below to see all passes.
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The programming is outstanding... championing courageous, distinctive, transcendent films...Sunscreen went out of their way to be supportive, run by an impressive, helpful and affiable staff.
Jay Alvarez
The festival is amazing, great movies in a beautiful city. Can't wait to go back! Our short film "Him" screened there and we had a wonderful time sharing with the audience. The selection this year was outstanding and very supportive of LGBTQ rights.
Daniel Montoya
The workshops were wonderful and one of the highlights. The location was perfect. Since all the screenings were at one location, it made it easy to see the other films and interact with the other filmmakers. A lot of thought goes into the festival and that they truly value independent films and filmmakers.
Katie McEntire Wiatt
What a great festival! I highly recommend film makers submit and attend this festival. They are very supportive of all film makers, provide opportunities for networking, and moderate great workshops.
Heidi Yewman
The 15th Annual Sunscreen Film Festival would like to thank Visit St. Pete Clearwater and the Film Commission office.
