Dome Fest West 2025 Film Festival: Call for Submissions Open

Feature Dome Film

The Long Fulldome Films category at Dome Fest West is dedicated to showcasing original and groundbreaking films created for the immersive dome environment. We welcome films of all genres over 20 minutes long, including credits, completed after January 1, 2023. Filmmakers in this category are encouraged to explore the limitless potential of the fulldome format to create immersive and captivating experiences for the audience, emphasizing creativity, innovation, and technical brilliance.

Short Dome Film

The Short Dome Film category at Dome Fest West is for innovative and original short fulldome films made for immersive dome environments. We accept films of all genres suitable for a wide audience, including children. Films must be under 20 minutes, including credits, and completed after January 1, 2023. This category offers a platform for filmmakers to showcase their work and explore the potential of the fulldome format, creating captivating experiences for the audience.

Live Dome Experience

The Live Dome Experience category at Dome Fest West showcases original and innovative real-time, live performances and presentations for the immersive dome environment. This category pushes the boundaries of traditional cinema and encourages participants to explore the full potential of live fulldome experiences. Submissions can include live music, real-time visualizations, performance art installations, or educational presentations. The category seeks experiences that fully utilize the dome environment and are suitable for a wide audience. Films must be completed after January 1, 2023.

Student Dome Film

The Student Fulldome Films category at Dome Fest West is for students who create films for the immersive dome environment. It encourages aspiring filmmakers to explore the potential of the fulldome format. We are looking for original and innovative short fulldome films created by students that fully utilize the unique capabilities of the dome environment. All genres are welcome, as long as the content is suitable for a wide audience, including children. Films must have been completed after January 1, 2023.

Interactive Fulldome Experience

The Interactive Fulldome Experiences category at Dome Fest West is an exciting addition to our portfolio. It encourages creators to push the boundaries of traditional cinematic storytelling by combining interactive technology and narrative artistry within the immersive dome environment. We are seeking innovative and pioneering interactive fulldome experiences that leverage the unique characteristics of the dome to create engaging and participant-driven experiences. Whether it's a documentary, educational experience, or game, we welcome all genres that cater to a broad audience, including children. Experiences must have been completed after January 1, 2023.