BIFF x Centerframe: A New Home for Filmmaker and Screenwriter Submissions

We’re thrilled to announce a new partnership between the Bournemouth International Film Festival (BIFF) and Centerframe, the creative platform and community built by and for filmmakers.

As we launch our 2025 edition, Centerframe will act as an official submission platform for filmmakers and screenwriters entering BIFF making the process smoother, smarter, and more aligned with the creative community we’re here to support.

Why this matters

BIFF was created to champion new voices in film, emerging talent, independent vision, and first-time creators. We want the process of submitting your work to be as empowering as the work itself.

Centerframe is a natural partner for that vision. Founded by filmmakers, the platform is more than a tool, it’s a space where creators connect, collaborate, and get their work seen by the right people. It’s also free for filmmakers to join and easy to use, with built-in features designed to elevate your project and your voice.

Together, we’re making it easier than ever for filmmakers and screenwriters to submit their work to BIFF, and be part of something bigger.

Submissions are now open

If you’re a filmmaker or writer with a story that deserves a spotlight, we want to hear from you. Submissions for BIFF 2025 are officially open via Centerframe:

👉 Submit now on Centerframe

We’ll be selecting outstanding films and scripts for:

• Public and industry screenings
• Live Q&As and panel events
• The BIFF Awards, including Best Feature, Best Short, Best Screenplay and so much more

Whether it’s your first script or your tenth film, this is your chance to be part of something bold, inclusive, and new.

This is just the beginning

BIFF is building something for the long term, a festival that supports creatives from page to screen and beyond. Partnering with Centerframe brings us closer to that mission, and we couldn’t be more excited to open the door to submissions through such a trusted, creator-first platform.

Let’s build the future of film together.

Steve McCarten
Festival Director