Submissions
The 2025 Kansas City Underground Film Festival will be accepting submissions until July 15th, 2025. All films will be considered regardless of length, genre, or premiere status.
Preference is given to local and low/no-budget films.
Requests for fee waivers or alternative submission options will be considered. Contact kcundergroundfilmfest@gmail.com for more information.
Why Submit to the Kansas City Underground Film Festival?
The Kansas City Underground Film Festival is a celebration of bold, independent filmmaking. Here’s why you should join us:
Engaged Audience: Your film will reach an active community of cinephiles eager to discover and discuss underseen gems.
Filmmaker Support: We offer significant travel subsidies to help you attend the festival and connect with our audience, plus awards recognizing exceptional work across multiple categories.
Passion for Film: We champion authentic, boundary-pushing stories, celebrating originality and diverse voices.
Accessibility: Our free, community-focused festival ensures your film reaches a wide and diverse audience.
Thriving Film Scene: Be part of Kansas City’s vibrant, supportive film culture and make meaningful connections.
Submit your film today and join a festival that truly values filmmakers and their work.
Festival Partnerships & Submission Waivers
At the Kansas City Underground Film Festival, we’re committed to supporting filmmakers and making the submission process as accessible as possible.
Submission Waivers & Discounts: If you’d like to request a submission waiver or discount code, email us directly. We’re happy to accommodate filmmakers whenever possible.
Festival Agency Partnerships: We love partnering with festival agencies to support their filmmakers. Discount codes for bulk submissions are available—just reach out to us to discuss how we can collaborate.
We believe in fostering community and accessibility, so don’t hesitate to contact us with questions or special requests. Let’s work together to bring your film to our audience!