The 2026 Call for Films is now open

Filmmakers of the arcane and the macabre, we invite you to submit your darkest cinematic creations to the 2026 Festival of Darkness. There are no restrictions on content, style, medium or context, but your entry should be described as dark, disturbing, introspective or horror in essence.

For further submission information and to submit, please visit:

The deadline is August 1st 2026.

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🎞️ Festival of Darkness V
🗓️ Saturday, September 26th 2026
📍 Redford Theatre, Detroit, MI