SUBMIT
YOUR FILMS!
SEE THE INDIANA WINNERS
IN FRANKLIN, INDIANA
ON THURS., AUG. 27, 2026
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SUBMISSIONS ARE OPEN!
Final Deadline was July 1, 2026
Join us for the Torchfire Film Festival
August 27, 2026
at The Historic Artcraft Theatre
in beautiful Franklin, Indiana
2025 Torchfire Film Festival
2024 Torchfire Film Festival
Welcome to the
Torchfire Film Festival
Torchfire Film Festival is a celebration of independent filmmaking nestled in the charming town of Franklin, Indiana! Torchfire shines a light on our hometown, Indiana WINNERS by illuminating the silver screen with their work at the historic Artcraft Theatre.
Our festival strives to be a beacon for future film filmmakers to showcase their works and for film enthusiasts to see fresh, innovative narratives that push the boundaries of cinema. Torchfire Film Festival casts a light on the diverse and exciting world of independent films.
While our festival proudly welcomes indie filmmakers from across the globe, we hold a special torch for the creative minds who call the Hoosier State home. Emphasizing our commitment to local talent, we've dedicated two distinct categories exclusively for Indiana Filmmakers along with a special screening of their winning films at the historic Artcraft Theatre. This allows us to not only celebrate the diversity of indie filmmaking worldwide but also shine a light on the unique stories and perspectives emerging right here in our own state.
Enter your film today!
The Categories and Awards
Official Selections will receive:
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Digital laurel to add to your production
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Posted on social media pages & website
Winners of the following will receive.
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Best Feature-Length Film
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Best Short Film (under 30 mins)
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Best Student Short Film
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Best Animation
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Best Documentary
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Best Indiana Feature-Length Film *
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Best Indiana Short Film (under 30 mins) *
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Best Indiana STUDENT Short Film (under 30 mins. Open to Indiana high school and college students only) *
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Best Indiana Animation
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Best Indiana Documentary
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Posted on social media pages & website
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Award for your shelf
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Digital laurel to add to your production
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Indiana WINNERS Only!
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Film shown at The Historic Artcraft Theatre (We hope you can make it to the screening to receive your award and to see your film on the BIG screen. Due to time constraints, not all Indiana winners will be shown. You will be notified if your film will be presented.)
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* Filmmaker must be living in Indiana, from Indiana, or shot in Indiana.
Prize money made possible by the Creative Council of Franklin
