Tier 4
Erie, United States
Last verified 12 June 2026
Great Lakes International Film Festival is an Erie festival for independent films of all genres and lengths from around the world.
The main submission deadline for Great Lakes International Film Festival is around 12 September 2026. Confirmed for the current edition.
Submitting to Great Lakes International Film Festival costs from USD 25 as a rough guide. Entry fees usually rise closer to the deadline and vary by category.
No premiere requirement. Great Lakes International Film Festival accepts films that have screened elsewhere.
Great Lakes International Film Festival takes place in Erie, United States.
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