Submission Details

Guidelines

• Under 10 minutes

• Minimum resolution 1920 x 1080 

• PLEASE export at 30 fps with Dolby digital 5.1 sound if you can.

• Initial submissions can be a link or uploaded directly through the form linked above.

• ALL SUBMISSIONS WELCOME, don't worry if you're not a professional filmmaker.

• Please email us HERE if you have any questions about export settings.

• If you have a professional-quality film over 10 minutes, we will consider but will primarily host shorts under 10 min.

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Submission Deadline

All submissions must be received by February 1, 2026.  ​​​​

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What we want

We are looking for a diversity of films showcasing:

• General Boating

• Documentary

• Safety/Instructional

• Conservation & Stewardship 

• Short Reels  (under 1 min)

• And more!

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Judging criteria

Awards are decided on:

• Creativity

• Cinematography

• Flow

• Story

• People's Choice Award

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Film selection managed by an IPFF volunteer panel.