Tier 3
Philadelphia, United States
Last verified 12 June 2026
cinéSPEAK is a Philadelphia-based arthouse cinema and journal that cultivates experiences and opportunities for filmmakers and moviegoers, celebrating and strengthening local community and global movements for collective liberation. Our multidisciplinary work directly supports emerging artists, filmmakers, and writers through screenings, salons, and cultural reporting—all of which center the stories from those historically excluded in the film and media industry. We bring independent films to new audiences, partnering with community organizations to create a more equitable and nourishing cinema ecosystem.
The main submission deadline for cinéSPEAK Under the Stars is around 30 January 2026. Confirmed for the current edition.
Submitting to cinéSPEAK Under the Stars costs Free early, then USD 5 as a rough guide. Entry fees usually rise closer to the deadline and vary by category.
No premiere requirement. cinéSPEAK Under the Stars accepts films that have screened elsewhere.
cinéSPEAK Under the Stars takes place in Philadelphia, United States.
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