Competition
Stories first. New tools in hand.
Four categories welcome work that meaningfully uses generative AI in its creative or production process.
Opening soon. FilmFreeway currently lists submissions as not yet open. The dates and fees below reflect its present listing and may change; check the live call before submitting.
Opening date20 October 2026
Standard deadline8 January 2027
Current feeFree in all four categories
Eligibility
What makes an AI film?
The use of generative AI must matter to the creative or production process. Tell us which tools and models you used and how they contributed.
This can include generative image or video, animation, voice, sound, music, VFX or post-production. Each submission includes a brief description of the principal tools, models and workflow.
Works may be in any language. Non-English dialogue requires English subtitles.
Read full terms on FilmFreewayAwards
Recognition across four categories.
Best Narrative
Best Commercial
Best Music Video
Best Naples-Inspired
Short
The Naples-inspired award is open to creators worldwide; filming in Naples is not required.
For the winners
A place on the screen.
The current call lists an official award, winner certificate, festival screening and promotion through NAIFF channels. Additional partner prizes will be announced only when confirmed.
How to submit
Make it. Describe it. Send it.
Prepare your work
Complete the film and gather the details of your creative process, including AI tools and models.
Check the rules
Confirm rights, permissions and English subtitles where needed.
Submit on FilmFreeway
Use the official festival listing when entries open; it is the source for the current submission conditions.
Before you submit
The essentials at a glance.
Generative AI
Its contribution to the work must be meaningful and described.
Rights & consent
You are responsible for footage, music, voices, likenesses, marks and other protected material.
Language
Any language is welcome; non-English dialogue needs English subtitles.
Selection
Submission does not guarantee selection or a screening.
Screening & promotion
Selected works may be screened and used in festival communications under the published terms.
Fees & costs
The current categories are free; travel and accommodation are not included unless explicitly announced.