SubmissionsFebruary 16, 2021
Below is a chart outlining film eligibility and submission deadlines for each section:
| FILM SECTIONS | SUBMISSION DEADLINES |
|---|---|
| U.S. Narrative Features |
Early deadline: November 7 Final deadline: February 10 
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| International Narrative Features |
Early deadline: November 7 Final deadline: February 10
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| U.S. Documentary Features |
Early deadline: November 7 Final deadline: February 10
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| International Documentary Features |
Early deadline: November 7 Final deadline: February 10
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| Episodic Series |
Early deadline: November 7 Final deadline: February 10
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| ABFF Next: AI and XR Storytelling (Non-Competitive) |
Early deadline: November 7 Final deadline: February 10
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| Voices of Culture (Non-Competitive) | |
| HBO® Short Film Award |
Submission Details Coming Soon |