Based in Huntsville, Alabama, aka Rocket City, RCSFF showcases a variety of SHORT films usually less than 20 mins in length. Brevity in storytelling is a skill that we celebrate, and we look forward to screening your shorts in this year's lineup!

Located in the historic Lowe Mill theater, the venue provides a unique experience to enjoy films on a large screen. Updated in 2022 with new equipment, we're excited to continue the long-standing tradition of showcasing filmmakers.

Awards will be handed out for the top three films as well as an audience choice award, all presented at the end of the event.

Awards & Prizes

Best of show
2nd Place
3rd Place
Best Cinematography
Best Performances
Most Original
Audience Choice

Short Screenplay contest - 1st, 2nd, and 3rd

Feature Screenplay contest - 1st, 2nd, and 3rd

Rules & Terms

Simple rules:

Short films need to be 20 mins or less. Any genres, any ratings.

Films need to have been produced within the last two years, so we are currently accepting films produced since 2021.

Short screenplays are required to be less than 50 pages. Feature scripts range from 51 to 120 pages.

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  • Peter Hardy

    I was delighted to have my first film LATE SLEEPER chosen for this Festival, and was so sorry I couldn't attend!

    November 2023
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  • Justin Kyle Green

    Thanks for accepting our Short Film CHARY. I could not attend but our DP did and said it was a fantastic and inclusive festival!

    November 2023
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    Response from festival:

    Thank you, Justin! Hope you can join us next year!

  • Joseph Frew-Miller

    This festival is always great to work with. We have competed since 2018 and it has been a wonderful experience.

    November 2023
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    Response from festival:

    Thank you, Joseph, for the great review! We hope to see more from you and your students in 2024!