We believe that Edgar Allan Poe's story structure, based upon his "Principles of Composition," works perfectly for movie stories. Our judges look for Poe's touch in film submissions -- growing intensity, brevity in scenes and dialogue, and "unity of effect" upon the audience.
Submissions for the College Film Awards competition are open only through this website. Click on the College/High School Events page for more information. And don't forget to include a completed submission form with your film. As always, college submissions are FREE.
The Poe Film Festival announces winners of the 2018 Pro Film Awards and its College Film Award winners for Technical Merit, Artistic Merit, Best Documentary, Best Screenplay and Grand Prize film. Click on our "Past Winners" page for more information.
Poe Film Festival Pro Film Awards proudly announces its selection for the 2019 Director’s Award, honoring outstanding achievement in the creative arts in Virginia. This year’s honoree is Richmond muralist and sculptor Mickael Broth. The Read more…
We’re delighted to announce the outstanding 25 films to be screened as Official Selections at the 2019 Poe Film Festival Pro Film Awards. The screenings will take place at VCU’s Institute for Contemporary Art, Robertson Read more…
With expanded screen time at the Institute for Contemporary Art at VCU, and thanks to our venue sponsor Robertson School of Media and Culture, the 2019 Pro Film Awards will increase the number of its Read more…