SUBMISSIONS

Surf-related films of all genres and formats are accepted for submission to the North Sea Surf Film Festival (NSSFF).

Submission are open between Nov 2nd 2025 - March 1st 2026

We classify films under 20 mins as Short films and Feature films as 20 min plus.

Films produced in languages other than English must have English subtitles.

Filmmakers may submit more than one film, however each film must be accompanied by its own submission form.

Entries should be submitted via FilmFreeway, with a working screener. Please ensure you have filled out all sections of the entry form.

Films selected for screening will be notified by March 1st 2026.

All files must be in the following formats (.mov): ApplePro Res or H.264 or DCP. Please don’t place colour bars, ID slates or long periods of black at the head (or tail) of films.

2026 NSSFF OFFICIAL SELECTION

Films will be officially announced no later than March 14th 2026
Filmmakers whose work is selected for the festival will receive 2 All-Access Passes.
The NSSFF reserves the right to make any necessary schedule changes as required.



Full T&C’s on the FilmFreeway link.