The Environmental Film Festival in the Nation’s Capital (DCEFF) is the world’s premier showcase of environmental films. Through our annual festival, year-round programs, and online resources, we seek to advance public understanding of the environment through the power of film. The 31st Annual Festival will be held March 16-26, 2023.

Submission Categories

Short Films
This category includes films with a running time of 40 minutes or less, including credits.

Feature Films
This category includes films with a running time greater than 40 minutes.
Please carefully read the following rules and guidelines for submission requirements.

If you have specific questions about submitting a film to DCEFF, contact samantha@dceff.org.