DreamScreen (DWDSc) will be a presentation of a series of local community films and videos in collaboration with related commissions and organizations. Join us in celebrating San Antonio’s fresh talent while showcasing new perspectives through film.
The DWSA DreamScreen category manages and showcases the growing film and screen offerings during the summit.
Films and documentaries taking place at DWSA are popular and provide opportunities for the community to engage with the city’s talent and creatives. Send us a message to submit any films/documentaries for consideration or to discuss a DreamScreen partnership.
Calling all Filmmakers
Submit your short film (3 to 6 mins)
Revelations
DreamVoice San Antonio presents the 2026 San Antonio Neighborhood Film Project (NFP). Join us as we shine a light on the hidden gems and untapped resources thriving within our community, celebrate the unsung heroes—the individuals and organizations tirelessly working to better our society, and unveil the compelling historical facts that laid the very foundations of San Antonio.
Open to All:
The Neighborhood Film Project competition is open to student, amateur and professional filmmakers.
Cash prizes
First Place: $3000
Second Place: $2000
Third Place: $1000
Submission Details
- Film length: Three (3) to six (6) minutes max
- Film types: narrative stories, music videos, documentaries, and experimental films
- File type: MP4
Submission Deadline
- Films must be submitted by December 12,2025 at 11:59pm
Entry Details & Requirements
2026 theme: Revelations
– Our 2026 theme is Revelations. Join us as we shine a light on the hidden gems and untapped resources thriving within our community, celebrate the unsung heroes—the individuals and organizations tirelessly working to better our society, and unveil the compelling historical facts that laid the very foundations of San Antonio.
Topics
– Unearthing Hidden Gems & resources
– Celebrating Community Champions
– Unveiling San Antonio’s Historical Foundations
The Competion
– There is no fee for submitting a short film.
– Accepting all short film genres such as: narrative stories, music videos, documentaries, and experimental films. As long as they are film in San Antonio Texas.
– Top ten (10) films will be selected to be screened during a reception event (details tbd) during DreamWeek San Antonio 2025
– Cash prizes for the top three (3) films
Requirements
– Film must be filmed in San Antonio Texas (we want to highlight our city and community)
– Films must focus on the 2026 theme: Revelations
Film Duration
– Short films should be three (3) to six (6) minutes in length
– Short films should not be less than three (3) minutes and should not exceed six (6) minutes in length, including credits
Technical Specifications
– We prefer to receive .mp4 but we are also accepting .mov | .avi
– The larger your film file is, the more likely it is that you will need a good stable internet connection in order to ensure your film is uploaded properly and rapidly onto our server. If the upload does not work, please try again with a lighter encoding of your film and/or a faster and more stable Internet connection.
If your film is selected
– You will be contacted if your short film is selected by the end of December
– You will be provided the details to the reception event, you must be present at the event
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