Tier 3
Carbondale, United States
Last verified 12 June 2026
Big Muddy Film Festival showcases works by independent filmmakers and students at SIU Carbondale.
The main submission deadline for Big Muddy Film Festival is around 22 December 2026. Confirmed for the current edition.
Submitting to Big Muddy Film Festival costs around USD 25 as a rough guide. Entry fees usually rise closer to the deadline and vary by category.
No premiere requirement. Big Muddy Film Festival accepts films that have screened elsewhere.
Big Muddy Film Festival takes place in Carbondale, United States.
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