Breaking the Stigma Through Film
Proudly promoting films that share impactful messages on Mental Health or Lived Experience.
The only way to enter is exclusively via FilmFreeway
Submit to our Break the Stigma Category
We proudly share stories that deserve to be told in front of all audiences.
We’re looking for short films under 30 minutes focusing on mental health or lived experience.
Films can be made on a phone or with professional equipment.
Submit for free by using our code BTSSFF24 when submitting your film to us via Filmfreeway.
You can view one of our previous Award Winners below, CoD & Chips which was the Break The Stigma Award Winner in 2023 was made entirely on a smartphone.
We’re A BIFA Qualifying Film Festival:
A BIFA (British Independent Film Awards) Qualifying Festival For British Short Films (Section B*) – Full Rules & Eligibility.
Need help, assistance or have any Questions?
If you need help with entering your short film into Sunrise Film Festival via Filmfreeway, have questions about submitting or need support with a waiver code (subject to eligibility) you can email us at info@sunrisefilmfestival.co.uk or DM us on Instagram.