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Slamdance Film Festival — DIG (AI Films Encouraged) 2027
Slamdance
The legendary indie festival Tarantino and Russo Brothers came up through is actively encouraging AI-made films in its DIG category. Winner package includes the $25,000 AGBO Fellowship from the Russo Brothers plus a Utopia theatrical distribution deal — one of the most career-defining wins in indie cinema. Deadline October 6.
Submission deadline
October 6, 2026
134 days remaining
Prize
$25,000 AGBO Fellowship + Utopia distribution deal
- ›$25k AGBO Fellowship — Russo Brothers studio office + mentorship
- ›Utopia traditional theatrical distribution deal for grand prize winner
- ›Slamdance 2027 festival selection
AI Tools Allowed
- ✓Any AI tool
Eligibility
Open globally; AI-made films strongly encouraged in DIG category
Entry Fee
Tiered (Earlybird/Regular/Late/Extended)
Categories
Short FilmFeatureExperimentalDigital
Key Dates
Submissions openMay 18, 2026
DeadlineOctober 6, 2026
LocationLos Angeles, USA
Apply on official site →
Opens slamdance.com/festival-submit/
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