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Dare to Dream Film Festival is a new Chicago-based festival championing underrepresented filmmakers and socially driven storytelling.

07/29/2026

Enter for a chance to win the Canon EOS R6 and EOS R50 V! 🎥🔥

What are you waiting for? 🎬✨🤔 Submit your film to the Dare to Dream Film Festival BEFORE Regular Deadline closes July 31! Link in bio.

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07/28/2026

Want to hear what people REALLY think of your film? 🤔🎬 Submit to our film festival to find out!

Every filmmaker who submits to Dare to Dream receives ACTIONABLE CONSTRUCTIVE feedback by industry filmmakers. Whether you’re accepted or not.

And it’s FREE!! (most festivals, charge)

You’ll receive feedback on...
✅ Your film’s biggest strengths
✅ Your Story and Structure
✅ What could be improved and how to improve it!

Submit here: https://filmfreeway.com/DaretoDreamFilmFestival

If you’re looking to grow as a filmmaker...
Submit before July 31. Link in bio.

07/25/2026

One conversation can change your career—but only if you’re in the right room. 🎬

The Dare to Dream Film Festival isn’t just about watching films. It’s about meeting your next collaborator, mentor, producer, or crew. Follow us for updates ➡️ tickets will be released soon!

🎟️ October 21 | Davis Theater�🎥 Film submissions close July 31.

Who are you hoping to meet? 👇

07/11/2026

Filmmakers…this is your sign 🏆🎥 I want to put YOUR film on the BIG SCREEN! 🎬 Tag a filmmaker who needs to see this. Submit here: https://filmfreeway.com/DaretoDreamFilmFestival

Stop waiting for the gatekeepers. Create your own opportunities. You have a story that only you can tell.

Most filmmakers think you need a trust fund, $30 million dollars, or Hollywood connections. I don’t believe that. You just need a story you’re passionate about and perseverance.

I created the Dare to Dream Film Festival to give independent filmmakers a chance to shine on the big screen and actually get feedback on their films so they can improve.

I was tired of spending $200+ on festivals to then get a silent rejection. No feedback. No connections. No place to screen my film. You deserve feedback that will help you with your next project!

If you have a film you believe in…✨This is your sign to submit. Link in bio. Regular deadline ends July 31.

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Chicago, IL

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