Call For Entries

THE 2026 CALL FOR ENTRIES NOW OPEN

Entries close February 28th, 2026

We always have a brilliant response to our international call for entries so we can’t wait to see what we get for this year! 

In looking at the films we don’t have groups of panels but rather we take a more active and curatorial approach. All titles submitted are viewed by the Festival Director. A shortlist is then made – usually made up of around 30% of the titles submitted - and all the shorts - in each category and those films are then viewed by the Program Director to ensure that all films selected (invited or through the call for entries) provide a complete and cohesive program. 

It’s that kind of program care and exposure to large audiences that bring more and more films and the filmmakers themselves to Rev. 

Now entering its twenty-ninth year, Revelation is one of Australia’s most unique screen and moving image events. With its focus on independent cinema, international film, cutting-edge documentaries, emergent talent – both international and Australian, and experimental film, Revelation maintains its clarity of vision while always seeking to explore the potential of visual cultures.

• Earlybird Deadline 8 December 2025

• Regular Deadline 28 February 2026

Revelation is an official AACTA Awards Qualifying Film Festival.