SubmissionsFebruary 16, 2021
The 27th annual ABFF will be held in Miami Beach, June 14-18, 2023, and on ABFF PLAY from June 19-25. All Official Selections will play during both the live and virtual segments of the festival. Below is a chart outlining film eligibility and submission deadlines for each section:
| FILM SECTIONS | SUBMISSION DEADLINES |
|---|---|
| Narrative Features |
February 28, 2023 at 11:59 pm PST 
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| Documentary Features |
February 28, 2023 at 11:59 pm PST
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| Web Series |
February 28, 2023 at 11:59 pm PST
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| HBO® Short Film Award |
February 28, 2023 at 11:59 pm PST
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| Voices of Culture (Non-Competitive) |