Academy Awards

Short films (fiction, animation, or documentary) with a maximum runtime of 40 minutes can qualify for the Academy Awards (Oscars) through various paths. The specific eligibility requirements are determined by the Academy. The awards ceremony takes place at the end of February in Los Angeles.

Possible qualification paths include:

• Commercial theatrical release in selected U.S. cities
• Winning an Academy-recognized award (e.g., German Short Film Award)
• Receiving a Gold, Silver, or Bronze Medal at the Student Academy Awards

Detailed information is available in each category at: www.oscars.org

Student Academy Awards 

Student short films (fiction, animation, documentary, or experimental) with a maximum runtime of 40 minutes can be submitted by their film school (requirement: the school must be a member of CILECT). Nominations are announced in May, and the awards are presented in June.

Full submission guidelines can be found at: www.oscars.org/saa