What is the Luminescence Festival? 

Palo Alto Teen Arts Council's annual by-teens-for-teens short film festival, highlighting and celebrating teen filmmakers from the greater SF Bay Area.

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Who can enter? 

Teens located in the SF Bay Area, age 12 through high school. One short film per person or writing team. (Feature-length films are not accepted.)

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What is the deadline to enter? 

TBD, Check back in after the Kick-Off BBQ

Any submissions received after the deadline may be considered for late entry, but will otherwise be rolled over for consideration next year.

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When is the Festival?  

Selected films will be screened at the annual Luminescence Film Festival at Palo Alto Children's Theatre (1305 Middlefield). Date TBD. Join us at this free teen event for screenings and announcements of the Festival's Award Winners!