CenterFrame Selects
is a new, prestigious initiative
for filmmakers designed
to highlight the
next wave of storytellers.
CenterFrame Selects is a new, prestigious initiative for filmmakers
designed to highlight the next wave of storytellers.
Why this initiative?
Breaking into the film industry is challenging, and storytellers need all the support and recognition they can get. CenterFrame Selects offers filmmakers the endorsement of a respected industry professional, helping their work reach key decision-makers.
How does it work?
Writer, Director and Producer
AZHUR SALEEM will handpick
FIVE STAND-OUT SHORT FILMS
from all submissions.
The chosen films will be revealed in a LIVE stream where he will discuss his selection.
Why this initiative?
Breaking into the film industry is challenging, and storytellers need all the support and recognition they can get. CenterFrame Selects offers filmmakers the endorsement of a respected industry professional, helping their work reach key decision-makers.
How does it work?
Writer, Director and Producer
AZHUR SALEEM will handpick
FIVE STAND-OUT SHORTS
from all submissions.
The chosen films will be revealed in a LIVE stream where he will discuss his selection.
DATES
TO REMEMBER
FEB 11th
End of Submissions
FEB 25th
Longlist Announced
MAR 20th
Shortlist Announced
MAR 27th
TOP 5 Live Announcement
DATES TO REMEMBER
FEB 11th
End of
Submissions
FEB 25th
Longlist
Announced
MAR 20th
Shortlist
Announced
MAR 27th
TOP 5 Live
Announcement
WHY SUBMIT?
CHECK THE REWARDS
Once the TOP FIVE SHORTS are announced LIVE by Azhur Saleem, each writer will receive exclusive rewards to help elevate their career.
This is your chance to get noticed, celebrated and shared with key industry decision-makers.
Endorsement of your work by
Azhur Saleem
Attend as a special guest at the CenterFrame Industry Showcase where we will announce your selection to Industry guests.
Each filmmaker will receive a six months free CenterFrame Pro membership. It will grant you access to CenterFrame’s exclusive networking events and further attention in our industry network.
Promotion on our social media and our mailing list.
Once the TOP FIVE SHORTS are announced LIVE by Azhur Saleem, each filmmaker will receive exclusive rewards to help elevate their career.
This is your chance to get noticed, celebrated, and shared with key industry decision-makers.
Endorsement of your work by
Azhur Saleem
Attend as a special guest at the CenterFrame Industry Showcase where we will announce your selection to Industry guests.
Each filmmaker will receive a six months free CenterFrame Pro membership. It will grant you access to CenterFrame’s exclusive networking events and further attention in our industry network.
Promotion on our social media and our mailing list.
Landing in the TOP 10 means your script is already among the best emerging talent. While only five will make the final cut, all shortlisted writers receive:
3 month free CenterFrame Pro membership, which will grant you access to CenterFrame’s exclusive industry resources and networking opportunities.
Promotion on our social media.
Landing in the TOP 10 means your script is already among the best emerging talent. While only five will make the final cut, all shortlisted writers receive:
3 month free CenterFrame Pro membership, which will grant you access to CenterFrame’s exclusive industry resources and networking opportunities.
Promotion on our social media.
ABOUT THE GUEST CURATOR
Azhur Saleem is a director specializing in High-End Television (HETV) for both UK and US productions.
He began his career making short films, corporate, and educational videos before transitioning to HETV after his short film Muse caught the attention of Doctor Who producers.
Azhur directed and executive-produced AFTER THE FLOOD (2023, Quay Street for ITV) series 1 & 2. Prior to this, he directed the OUTLANDER prequel – BLOOD OF MY BLOOD (Leftbank/Starz) – and directed the final block of Neil Gaiman’s ANANSI BOYS (Red, Endor, and Amazon). Azhur has also directed episodes of DR. WHO and shot second unit on BAGHDAD CENTRAL (C4, Euston) where he was also assistant to the director.
His style of filmmaking is borne out of a love of contemporary and classic cinema and he has established himself as a dedicated and imaginative filmmaker. Diversity is key to his work and he creates work that challenges the perception of the type of stories BAME filmmakers should be creating. With a love of intelligent genres, he is unafraid to write and direct projects that entertain and still have something to say.
ABOUT THE GUEST CURATOR
Azhur Saleem is a director specializing in High-End Television (HETV) for both UK and US productions.
He began his career making short films, corporate, and educational videos before transitioning to HETV after his short film Muse caught the attention of Doctor Who producers.
Azhur directed and executive-produced AFTER THE FLOOD (2023, Quay Street for ITV) series 1 & 2. Prior to this, he directed the OUTLANDER prequel – BLOOD OF MY BLOOD (Leftbank/Starz) – and directed the final block of Neil Gaiman’s ANANSI BOYS (Red, Endor, and Amazon). Azhur has also directed episodes of DR. WHO and shot second unit on BAGHDAD CENTRAL (C4, Euston) where he was also assistant to the director.
His style of filmmaking is borne out of a love of contemporary and classic cinema and he has established himself as a dedicated and imaginative filmmaker. Diversity is key to his work and he creates work that challenges the perception of the type of stories BAME filmmakers should be creating. With a love of intelligent genres, he is unafraid to write and direct projects that entertain and still have something to say.
CENTERFRAME
IS NOW THE HOME OF
THE BRITISH SHORT
FILM AWARDS.
We’re taking THE BRITISH SHORT FILM AWARDS to the next level — with new categories, bigger opportunities, and more ways to get your work seen by the industry.
CENTERFRAME IS NOW THE HOME
OF THE BRITISH SHORT FILM AWARDS.
We’re taking THE BRITISH SHORT FILM AWARDS to the next level — with new categories, bigger opportunities, and more ways to get your work seen by the industry.
SUBMISSION RULES
FILM LENGTH
Up to 20min (including credits)
PROJECT AGE
There’s no limit to the age of a project or film.
MEMBER AGE
Members have to be 18+ to submit.
MULTIPLE SUBMISSIONS
Yes, multiple submissions are allowed, and yes you can submit the same film or script to different filmmakers at the same time.
GENRE
All genres, including documentaries, and student films.
AVAILABILITY
Submitted films must be added to the FILMS page on CenterFrame.
Important: If you’re submitting your film to The British Short Film Awards, a festival, or a competition (like CenterFrame SELECTS), you can set the visibility to PRIVATE.
This is ideal if your film is still on its festival run. It keeps your film hidden from the community and the public, while still allowing curators, jurors and organisers to view it.
SUBMISSION RULES
FILM LENGTH
Up to 20min (including credits)
PROJECT AGE
There’s no limit to the age of a project or film.
MEMBER AGE
Members have to be 18+ to submit.
MULTIPLE SUBMISSIONS
Yes, multiple submissions are allowed, and yes you can submit the same film or script to different filmmakers at the same time.
GENRE
All genres, including documentaries, and student films.
AVAILABILITY
Submitted films must be added to the FILMS page on CenterFrame.
Important: If you’re submitting your film to The British Short Film Awards, a festival, or a competition (like CenterFrame SELECTS), you can set the visibility to PRIVATE.
This is ideal if your film is still on its festival run. It keeps your film hidden from the community and the public, while still allowing curators, jurors and organisers to view it.
Looking for where to submit next?
Check out the Festivals page for curated picks, key deadlines, and real opportunities that put your film in front of the right eyes.
Looking for where to submit next?
Check out the Festivals page for curated picks, key deadlines, and real opportunities that put your film in front of the right eyes.
FESTIVALS & COMPETITIONS
Open for Submissions on CenterFrame
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