All American High School Film Festival

Premier high school film festival in NYC where student filmmakers screen their work, learn from industry professionals, and compete for scholarships and technology prizes.

CompetitionsNew York

About this opportunity

The All American High School Film Festival is the premier destination for talented high school filmmakers and media arts enthusiasts from around the world. Held annually in the heart of New York City, it is the world's largest high school film festival. Participants can screen their creations, learn from top industry professionals, connect with the latest technology, explore higher education opportunities, and receive scholarships and technology prizes. The festival creates a community of shared passions and lifelong relationships for filmmakers of the future.

What you'll do

Screen your film creations on a grand stage
Learn from top industry professionals
Connect with the latest filmmaking technology
Explore higher education opportunities in media arts
Compete for scholarships and technology prizes
Build community with fellow young filmmakers

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