UKY Student Film Festival

The Gatton Student Center Cinema

160 Avenue of Champions, Lexington, Kentucky 40508

Friday, April 26th
7:00pm - 9:00pm EDT
Admission Fee: free and open to the public

Any UK student can submit content created in the 2023-2024 academic years.

Students can view the full rules and submit them at www.ukyfilmfestival.org/2024.


Films selected to show are then judged by a panel that includes local industry professionals. 7 awards will be presented: 

  1. Audience Choice - Selected by the live viewing audience the night of the show
  2. Best Narrative Film - Awarded to the narrative fiction film with the highest combined judges scores
  3. Best Experimental Film - Awarded to the self-expression or art film with the highest combined judges scores
  4. Best Documentary - Awarded to the documentary film with the highest combined judges scores
  5. Best Animation - Best animated film with the highest combined judge scores
  6. Best Super Short - Best film of any genera that is less than 60 seconds
  7. Honorable Mention - Favorite film determined by the selection committee

We are looking forward to celebrating and showcasing student films!


Dress to impress at this Blue Carpet Event!

Date and Time: April 26th, 2024 @ 7:00pm

Gatton Student Center - Worsham Theater

Parking @ Parking Structure #5/ Cornerstone Garage

AFTERPARTY - Filmmaker Meet and Greet at Bowman’s Den


Presented by Student Organizations and Activities - Office for Student Success