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Film Review Submissions
Get Your Short Film Reviewed by Indie Shorts Mag
Professional written, audio, and video review packages for short films, documentaries, music videos, and web series. Trusted by filmmakers worldwide, with nearly 1,000 films reviewed.
10+ Years in Short-Film PublishingNearly 1,000 Films ReviewedWritten, Audio & Video Review Options
Getting your film reviewed can strengthen your festival submissions, press kit, website, and social media campaign. Indie Shorts Mag helps independent filmmakers build credibility, reach new audiences, and create a professional record of their work.
Every review is written with respect for the craft, the filmmaker, and the audience. We cover direction, cinematography, editing, screenplay, music, performances, and overall impact.
Our goal is simple: bridge the gap between filmmakers and audiences with credible film journalism, useful context, and a platform built for independent work. Explore our Short Film Reviews, Documentary Reviews, and Hall of Fame to see the work we publish.
Built for Filmmaker Promotion
Choose free or paid review options depending on your deadline, release plan, and promotional needs. Select packages can include newsletter visibility, trailer promotion, sidebar ads, online premiere placement, and Indie Shorts Mag TV trailer features.
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Why Get Your Film Reviewed?
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Strengthen your festival cover letter and press kit
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Create credible third-party publicity for your film
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Reach Indie Shorts Mag's filmmaker and film-lover community
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Use the review on your website, social media, EPK, and marketing materials
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Understand how your film may be received before a wider release
What We Look At
DirectionCinematographyEditingScreenplayMusicPerformancesProduction ValueOverall Impact
Review Packages
Choose the Timeline and Promotion Level That Fits Your Film
Start with a recommended option, then use the full comparison table for detailed package benefits.
Best if you can wait
Free
Join the free review queue. Suitable for filmmakers without a deadline.
Join Free Review QueueBest for festival submissions
Express
A faster written review for filmmakers who need credible publicity for submissions, EPKs, and marketing.
Choose ExpressBest for maximum promotion
Ultimate
The fastest package with written, audio, and video review options plus newsletter, trailer, ad, and premiere benefits.
Choose UltimateWhich Package Should I Choose?
- Choose Free if you do not have a deadline and are comfortable waiting 8-12+ months.
- Choose Lite if you want a paid review but do not need a fast turnaround.
- Choose Express if you need a review for festival submissions, press kits, or upcoming release plans.
- Choose Ultra if you want faster delivery plus audio review and additional visibility.
- Choose Ultimate if you want the fastest turnaround and maximum promotion across written, audio, video, newsletter, trailer, and premiere placements.
Full Package Comparison
Compare each package below. On smaller screens, packages are shown as stacked cards for easier reading.
| What's Included | Free | Lite | Express | Ultra | Ultimate Popular |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Featured on homepage | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Review featured on Social Media | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Review Publishing Modes | Written (Digital Only) | Written (Digital Only) | Written (Digital & Print) | Written (Digital & Print), Audio | Written (Digital & Print), Audio & Video |
| Review Delivery Speed | 8-12+ months | 4-6 months | 5-6 weeks | 2-3 weeks | 1-2 weeks |
| Private films | No | Allowed | Allowed | Allowed | Allowed |
| Film release notification | No | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Trailer Featured on Indie Shorts Mag 24/7 Live TV | No | No | No | Yes | Yes |
| Display ad of your short film on Indie Shorts Mag (sidebar ad) | No | No | No | 15 days | 30 days |
| Discounted entry to Short of the Year Awards | No | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Review featured on Newsletter | No | No | No | No | Yes |
| Trailer featured on Social Media | No | No | No | No | Yes |
| Online Premiere | No | No | No | No | Yes |
| Max Duration | 20 mins | 20 mins | 30 mins | 40 mins | 45 mins |
| $0 | $39.99 | $59.99 | $99.99 | $149.99 |
Free
$0
Featured on homepage
Yes
Review featured on Social Media
Yes
Review Publishing Modes
Written (Digital Only)
Review Delivery Speed
8-12+ months
Private films
No
Film release notification
No
Trailer Featured on Indie Shorts Mag 24/7 Live TV
No
Display ad of your short film on Indie Shorts Mag (sidebar ad)
No
Discounted entry to Short of the Year Awards
No
Review featured on Newsletter
No
Trailer featured on Social Media
No
Online Premiere
No
Max Duration
20 mins
Lite
$39.99
Featured on homepage
Yes
Review featured on Social Media
Yes
Review Publishing Modes
Written (Digital Only)
Review Delivery Speed
4-6 months
Private films
Allowed
Film release notification
Yes
Trailer Featured on Indie Shorts Mag 24/7 Live TV
No
Display ad of your short film on Indie Shorts Mag (sidebar ad)
No
Discounted entry to Short of the Year Awards
Yes
Review featured on Newsletter
No
Trailer featured on Social Media
No
Online Premiere
No
Max Duration
20 mins
Express
$59.99
Featured on homepage
Yes
Review featured on Social Media
Yes
Review Publishing Modes
Written (Digital & Print)
Review Delivery Speed
5-6 weeks
Private films
Allowed
Film release notification
Yes
Trailer Featured on Indie Shorts Mag 24/7 Live TV
No
Display ad of your short film on Indie Shorts Mag (sidebar ad)
No
Discounted entry to Short of the Year Awards
Yes
Review featured on Newsletter
No
Trailer featured on Social Media
No
Online Premiere
No
Max Duration
30 mins
Ultra
$99.99
Featured on homepage
Yes
Review featured on Social Media
Yes
Review Publishing Modes
Written (Digital & Print), Audio
Review Delivery Speed
2-3 weeks
Private films
Allowed
Film release notification
Yes
Trailer Featured on Indie Shorts Mag 24/7 Live TV
Yes
Display ad of your short film on Indie Shorts Mag (sidebar ad)
15 days
Discounted entry to Short of the Year Awards
Yes
Review featured on Newsletter
No
Trailer featured on Social Media
No
Online Premiere
No
Max Duration
40 mins
Ultimate
$149.99
Popular
Featured on homepage
Yes
Review featured on Social Media
Yes
Review Publishing Modes
Written (Digital & Print), Audio & Video
Review Delivery Speed
1-2 weeks
Private films
Allowed
Film release notification
Yes
Trailer Featured on Indie Shorts Mag 24/7 Live TV
Yes
Display ad of your short film on Indie Shorts Mag (sidebar ad)
30 days
Discounted entry to Short of the Year Awards
Yes
Review featured on Newsletter
Yes
Trailer featured on Social Media
Yes
Online Premiere
Yes
Max Duration
45 mins
Our Review Policy
Payment guarantees review consideration, delivery timeline, and promotional placement based on the package selected. It does not guarantee a positive review, a specific rating, or a particular critical opinion.
Our critics review films honestly and independently. Every film is assessed on its craft, storytelling, execution, and impact.
Filmmakers should submit only if they are open to fair, professional criticism.
How It Works
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Choose your package
Select the review timeline and promotion level that fits your film.
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Submit your film
Send your screener, film details, and release information through the submission form.
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We review your film
Our editorial team evaluates the film based on craft, storytelling, and impact.
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Your review is published
Your review is published on Indie Shorts Mag and promoted according to your selected package.
Frequently Asked Questions
Will payment guarantee a positive review?+
No. Payment does not guarantee a positive review, rating, or specific opinion. Reviews are honest and independent.
Can I submit a private film?+
Yes, private films are allowed in paid packages. Free submissions do not allow private films.
How long does it take to get reviewed?+
Free reviews usually take 8-12+ months. Lite takes 4-6 months, Express takes 5-6 weeks, Ultra takes 2-3 weeks, and Ultimate takes 1-2 weeks.
Can I use the review in my festival cover letter or press kit?+
Yes. Filmmakers can use the published review in festival submissions, EPKs, websites, social media, and promotional material.
What types of projects can I submit?+
You can submit short films, documentaries, music videos, web series, and similar short-format projects.
Do you review feature films?+
This page is focused on short-format projects, including short films and documentaries.
Ready to Get Your Film Reviewed?
Choose your package and submit your film to Indie Shorts Mag today.
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