
Nick Ronan
Top notch in every way. This is the best run festival I have ever attended. Stellar communication, great programming, and an army of exuberant interns make this festival a true gem.

Christina Raia
The (student) interns did a wonderful job of welcoming people and keeping things moving smoothly throughout the festival weekend. I really enjoyed being part of Blackbird FF and will definitely submit future work.

Chelsea Gonzalez
I cannot speak highly enough about this film festival! What an incredible experience! The organizers are amazing and SO on top of it. If you can attend, GO! I have never been to a film festival where I have gotten so close with all of the other filmmakers. Truly love this festival and hope to attend many times in the future.

Lorraine Toth
I was beyond impressed with Blackbird's coordination, professionalism, award ceremony, promotion and social media skills. I highly recommend this festival. The awards and medals they gave out are gorgeous as well and to be treasured for years to come!

Riley Sugars
I made so many new friends and was so impressed with the festival. There is a real sense of friendship at Blackbird. Love you guys and will definitely be submitting next year.

Zach Daulton
Had a fantastic time at the Blackbird Film Fest! Met so many amazing people and saw a lot of great films. Looking forward to entering again!

Kit Vinsick
I highly recommend filmmakers submit to this rising festival! It offers unique, quality programming and an outstanding experience in a fun town in Central NY.

Jall Cowasji
Loved being a part of this festival. Very well organized and as a filmmaker I felt really well taken care of.
I give it 5 Stars!

Jennifer Dean
The communication before and during the festival was exceptional. They had a really fantastic group of films and went out of their way to make it a good experience.

Ben Tobin
I felt like the staff and the audience really engaged with my film. This wasn't an assembly line festival, each film was given its due.
2020
Total Submissions: 2073
Films Accepted: 95
Acceptance Rate: 4.58%
Featuring:
48 Female Filmmakers
40 Male Filmmakers
7 Prefer not to share
2019
Total Submissions: 1801
Films Accepted: 83
Acceptance Rate: 4.61%
Featuring:
41 Female Filmmakers
37 Male Filmmakers
5 Prefer not to share

2018
Total Submissions: 1581
Films Accepted: 117
Acceptance Rate: 7.40%
Featuring:
61 Female Filmmakers
54 Male Filmmakers
2 Transgender filmmakers
2017
Total Submissions: 789
Films Accepted: 116
Acceptance Rate: 14.70%
Featuring:
38 Female Filmmakers
66 Male Filmmakers
12 Undisclosed
2016
Total Submissions: 557
Films Accepted: 97
Acceptance Rate: 17.41%
Featuring:
25 Female Filmmakers
45 Male Filmmakers
27 Undisclosed