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The Dc After Dark
INTERNATIONAL FILM FESTIVAL
WASHINGTON, D.C.

(est. 2016)

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Nestled in the heart of the national capital, Washington D.C., the DC After Dark International Film Festival is a part of the GO Independent series of film festivals in the FAME family. Our goal is to give more opportunities for independent filmmakers and screenwriters to showcase and promote their art.

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​Please read out Rules & Terms, especially as it relates to our DCP Policy for film submissions.

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Please understand, before submitting, that with little to no notification, we may have to change presentation formats.

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QUALIFIER

IMPORTANT DATES

 

Submissions Open: June 02, 2025

Early Bird Deadline: August 25, 2025

Regular Deadline: December 22, 2025

Late Deadline: June 22, 2026

Extended Deadline: September 07, 2026

FINAL Deadline: September 27, 2023 

Notification: October 19, 2026

Film Festival: 11/19 - 11/22, 2026

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*Due to COVID related events beyond our control, schedules may change with little to no notification. 

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Please Submit here:

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