How do I submit my film to Fantastic Fest?

Approximately 35% of the films at Fantastic Fest are selected through the submission process. For 2007, we are exclusively using Without A Box for submissions. Submissions for the 2007 Festival begin on January 1.

What is Fantastic Fest?

The Fantastic Fest is an eight day festival of the best new Sci-Fi, Horror, Fantasy and genre films, as well as choice classic and obscure cult titles from all over the world.

Fantastic Fest was created to offer exposure to genre films which are often overlooked by the traditional festival circuit. We strive to offer acquisition, media and exhibition opportunities for undistributed films as well as to spotlight upcoming genre theatrical releases and give audiences a chance to see 35mm prints of repertory genre classics.

Where is Fantastic Fest held and where should I stay?

All Fantastic Fest screenings are held on multiple screens of one venue, the Alamo Drafthouse Cinema located on South Lamar in Austin, Texas. The Alamo Drafthouse Cinema was named the best theater in the country by Entertainment Weekly in 2005. For a list of nearby hotels, click here.

When is the Festival held?

Dates vary slightly year to yeat, but the 2007 Fantastic Fest runs from September 20-27. Badges go on sale at noon on Feb 15. Badge pickup begins at 1 PM on September 20.

Who is behind Fantastic Fest?

The Fantastic Fest is presented by the Alamo Drafthouse South Lamar, and sponsored by Ain't It Cool News. Co-chairs are Paul Alvarado-Dykstra and Tim McCanlies, and the festival director is Tim League, with a programming team that includes AICN's Harry Knowles, Big Smash and Cinemuerte Film Festival founder Kier-La Janisse, SXSW Film's Matt Dentler, Twitchfilm.com's Todd Brown and the Alamo Drafthouse's Lars Nilsen and Zack Carlson

What non-festival dining and entertainment options do you recommend for out of towners?

We know you won't have too much time for the famous Austin nightlife since you'll be gorging on movies with the rest of us, but you still have a chance to get a taste of Austin during the day. We've compiled a list of some of our favorite Austin-area attractions. We have compiled a list of Day Activities and Austin restaurant recommendations for our out of town guests.
If you would like recommendations for anything else to do in Austin, come and see me (Tim League) during the fest and I should be able to steer you in the right direction.

Fantastic Fest merchandise is available online at Mondo Tees