Dieci minuti da brivido 2026 – Concorso di film horror

Ten Scary Minutes is an annual online horror movie making contest now in its 14th edition. The 2026 edition opens for submissions on 1 August 2026 and closes on 31 October 2026. Filmmakers of any nationality may enter, provided they are at least 13 years old (or have a guardian submit on their behalf). Entries must be original works, no longer than ten minutes including credits, and submitted in MP4, MOV or WebM format (max 5 GB). The contest is free to enter – there is no entry fee. Participants must include a mandatory credit line in the end credits and comply with content restrictions that prohibit real violence, sexual content involving minors, hate speech, and unlawful material. A panel of judges evaluates the films and announces the winners by 30 November 2026. The grand prize is a $500 USD cash award transferred via Western Union, along with online exposure on the Ten Scary Minutes platform. The competition offers filmmakers a chance to showcase their work, gain visibility, and join a community of horror creators. Detailed rules, technical specifications, and the submission form are available on the official website.

Grand prize $500 USD, online showcase, exposure on Ten Scary Minutes platform.

Open to individuals worldwide aged 13 or older; must be original work, under 10 minutes, comply with technical specs and content guidelines, and include required credit text.