Join us Saturday, December 6, 2025 at Limelight Theater in Atlanta, Georgia
Atlanta Spotlight Film Awards: Where the year’s best short films shine brightest.
Atlanta Spotlight Film Awards
The Event
The Atlanta Spotlight Film Awards is a prestigious year-end event honoring the most exceptional short films from around the world. This is not just another festival—it's a curated celebration of the top short films of the year, selected for their artistic excellence, originality, and impact.
Finalists are invited to screen at our live event on Saturday, December 6, 2025, at the Limelight Theater in Atlanta, Georgia.
A True Competition:
Each selected film competes live on stage in Atlanta for top honors in categories such as Best Narrative, Best Documentary, Best Comedy, and more.
Winners are determined by a combination of festival judges and live audience voting, creating a thrilling, interactive film experience.
Awards
Category winners will receive:
- A custom crystal trophy, engraved with their achievement
- A digital award certificate
- A featured filmmaker bio on our website
- Full promotional support through our social media and email channels
All nominated finalists (non-winning films screened at the event) will receive:
- A digital award certificate
- A featured filmmaker bio on our website
- Official laurels and recognition as a Spotlight Nominee
Our Filmmakers
Meet the visionary creators behind this year’s award-winning films. From bold storytellers to masterful directors, these filmmakers represent the best in independent cinema. Explore their bios, discover their work, and see why they earned the spotlight.
Our Team
The Atlanta Spotlight Film Awards is a premier international short film competition that celebrates outstanding cinematic achievement and honors the most compelling independent voices of the year.
Our mission is to recognize and promote films that demonstrate excellence in storytelling, originality, and craft. From emerging talent to established filmmakers, we provide a platform where the best short films compete live for top honors in front of both an industry jury and engaged audience.
With over 35,000 films evaluated to date, our expert judging panel - including filmmakers, programmers, and consultants -brings years of experience and deep respect for the filmmaker’s vision.
We accept short films from around the world in all genres and proudly highlight exceptional work with meaningful recognition, live screenings, and lasting promotion.
Let us shine the spotlight on your voice, your film, and your future.
Previous Shorts Awards on IMDB
Previous Documentary Awards on IMDB