Filmmakers: Submit Your Work

Curious about how it works? Read the Filmmaker FAQ.

Indie Film Marketplace 

WE’RE EXCITED TO DISCOVER YOUR UNIQUE VISION! SUBMIT YOUR INDEPENDENT FILM, SIZZLE REEL, OR PROOF-OF-CONCEPT TO CINESOMNIA. SELECTED PROJECTS MAY BE FEATURED ON OUR PLATFORM AND CONSIDERED FOR DISTRIBUTION. WE’RE LOOKING FOR BOLD, ORIGINAL WORK IN ALL FORMATS AND GENRES, INCLUDING NARRATIVE, DOCUMENTARY, EXPERIMENTAL, ANIMATION, AND MORE. WHETHER IT’S A SHORT FILM, SERIES, PITCH VIDEO, OR SIZZLE REEL, WE WANT TO SEE WHAT YOU’VE CREATED! 

Click the button below to email us with your submission. 

SUBMISSION FEE & PAYMENT:

• A non-refundable submission fee of $35 is required only for feature films over 40 minutes.

• PAY SUBMISSION FEE VIA PAYPAL

• All other formats (short films, AI, sizzle reels, proof-of-concept) are FREE.

• (NOTE: Payment must be completed before your submission will be processed.)

• For questions: https://www.cinesomnia.com/contact/support

What You Get with Your Submission:

• Submit Your Film:  Trailers, posters, and metadata

• Monetize Your Work: Earn revenue through subscriptions, pay-per-view, and audience tips

• Gain Insights: Access real-time analytics with our built-in dashboard

• Global Exposure: Connect with verified distributors, buyers, and platforms to license your work worldwide

• Support & Marketing: Projects selected for the platform will receive onboarding, marketing, and outreach to buyers

Submission Process:

• Review Timeline: Submissions are reviewed within 2-3 weeks

• Selected Projects: If your project is selected, you’ll receive detailed onboarding instructions and marketing support

Whether you're ready to launch or still shaping your project, Cinesomnia is here to support you every step of the way.