Submit Your Film to MFFF 2026
Be part of a film festival built for independent filmmakers in Aotearoa.
Submissions are now open for short and feature films.
What is Misty Flicks
Founded in 2018, Misty Flicks began as a regional short film showcase and has grown into a national platform for New Zealand film.
Today, it brings together filmmakers, audiences, and industry through curated screenings, film labs, and development opportunities.
This is more than a screening event.
It’s where filmmakers connect, audiences engage, and stories are experienced properly—on screen and beyond.
Who Can Enter
Submissions are open to filmmakers across Aotearoa New Zealand.
We prioritise films with a clear connection to:
the Waikato, and
Central North Island (Bay of Plenty, Hawke’s Bay, Taranaki, Manawatū)
A small number of films from outside these regions will be selected, provided a representative can attend.
Submissions are welcome from:
Emerging and first-time filmmakers
Independent creators working outside traditional systems
Established filmmakers with new work
Diverse voices across all backgrounds, genres, and perspectives
If you’ve made something original, this is the place to submit it.
Submission Categories
Short Films - up to 18 minutes
Feature Films - 19 minutes or longer
How to Submit
To submit to Misty Flicks, head to our FilmFreeway page.
Be sure to read the terms and eligibility.
Then submit before the deadline.
Deadlines & Dates
30 April – Early Bird pricing ends
30 June – Final submission deadline
31 July – Filmmakers notified of the status of their submission
6-8 November – Misty Flicks Film Festival 2026
Why Submit to Misty Flicks
Finalists don’t just receive a laurel.
They get:
A curated screening experience
An engaged audience that values independent film
Opportunities to connect with other filmmakers and industry professionals
Access to panels and conversations that support growth and build connections
If you want to see your film on the big screen, you’re in the right place.
More Information
If you have any questions about submitting a film, contact us here: