Call for Entries: 2026 Great Wonders Uplift Film Festival

Inspiring Stories Wanted from Across the U.S.

Are you a filmmaker with a story that sparks hope, ignites emotion, or transforms hearts? The Great Wonders Uplift Film Festival is officially open for submissions—and this year, the call goes beyond the Midwest to embrace storytellers from across the nation.

Originally launched to spotlight filmmakers in the Four States region (Arkansas, Kansas, Missouri, Oklahoma), the 2026 edition expands its reach in search of uplifting, raw, and resonant stories that move audiences to feel, reflect, and grow.

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🌟 What They’re Looking For:

🎥 Film Types Accepted:

Short Films & Features
Documentaries
Narrative Fiction
Experimental and Hybrid Forms

💡 Themes:

Emotional honesty
Hope and resilience
Transformational journeys
Stories that uplift—even when tackling hard truths

📍 Festival Details:

🗓 Dates: March 5–7, 2026
📌 Location: Webb City & Joplin, Missouri
🏆 Awards: 19 total, including the brand-new Kingdom Story Company Award – offering one filmmaker valuable exposure and feedback from industry insiders

🎤 Special Guest:
Kevin Downes – CEO of Kingdom Story Company, known for I Can Only Imagine and Jesus Revolution, will lead keynotes and workshops during the event.

🎁 Additional Opportunities for Filmmakers:

Second Sunday Cinema: A monthly screening series with ticket revenue shared directly with featured filmmakers
Uplift Film Channel: A curated platform where selected films can earn continued revenue via rentals and purchases

🎯 Who Should Apply:

First-time filmmakers
Independent creators
Faith-driven or purpose-driven storytellers
Anyone with a compelling, courageous, or uplifting cinematic vision

📝 How to Submit:

Visit:
🌐 upliftfilmfest.com
🎬 filmfreeway.com/upliftfilmfest

Explore categories, guidelines, and submission timelines.