The 2024 Monologues & Poetry International Film Fest is pleased to provide a platform for word-based solid performances that skillfully express thoughts, emotions, feelings, anxieties, or humor.

Monologues & Poetry International is offering two screening events: a live screening event is being planned at Mira Theater Guild, Vallejo.

Films selected for screening will be announced on social media sites and included on our website. The screening reels may also be shown on Vallejo Community Access Television and additional community access television stations. See notes under Rules & Terms.
We look forward to receiving your submissions.

Categories Include:

Best Monologue/Soliloquy - Under 10 minutes
Best Spoken-Word/Poetry - Under 10 minutes

Extended Version Monologues and Poetry - A maximum of 20 minutes.

*New Youth Category
Best Monologues/Poetry - Under 10 minutes
Must Be Under 17 years old to submit in this category.

We want submitters to think outside the box, use imagination, and be creative. Monologues & Poetry International accepts Monologues, Soliloquies, and Spoken-Word Performances.

Awards & Prizes

Our festival offers jury awards in the form of a trophy for First Place Winners, U.S. residents only. We do not ship trophies outside of the U.S. No Exceptions!

Electronic certificates will be provided for any First Place Winner residing outside of the United States unless you have a United States postal address to receive your trophy. Winners are chosen by industry professionals, including Directors of Film, Poets, Casting Directors, and Actors. Jurors' bios can be found under the photos tab or on the website at www.MonologuesInternational.com.

Award categories are subject to change and may include a cash prize for Best of Festival. The Monologues International Film Fest reserves the right to move a monologue to a category we feel more appropriate or believe is not representative of the submission age group.

Rules & Terms

Monologues, Soliloquies, and Spoken-Word Performances up to 10 minutes.
Extended Version Category - A maximum of 20 minutes. A limited selection of long-version performance pieces will be included.

There is no time limit by which the monologues must have been completed. You may submit as often as you like; however, a separate fee is required per each submission.

We accept local, national, and international monologues. The official language of the Festival is English. Non-English language films must have English subtitles that are easily readable.

No sexually explicit, inappropriate, or foul language. All monologues should be family-friendly.

Online screeners should be uploaded directly to FilmFreeway or linked to YouTube or Vimeo via FilmFreeway. Monologue submissions must be at least 720p or better; however, 1080p or 4k is preferred.

JUDGING

Entries will be judged based on the following criteria: (1) storytelling, (2) visual communication (body language, tone, etc.), (3) Creativity in presentation, and (4) delivery.

Entry fees are non-refundable, including non-refundable for monologues not selected to screen.

The Monologues & Poetry International Film Fest will NOT be able to help defray the costs of travel and lodging for those outside the area who wish to attend a live event.

Selections are final, the decision of Monologues & Poetry International Film Fest, and not subject to appeal.

We reserve the right to present an online screening only.

Winners will be announced at the end of the screening. They will also be featured on the website and receive publicity enhancement via social media push. Winning monologues will also screen on Vallejo Community Access Television and other local cable access stations. High-scoring monologues that are non-trophy winners may also be highlighted on the website.

The rules herein are subject to change without prior notice; however, we will make a reasonable effort to inform submitters of any change. We do not guarantee and do not assume that such intimation will be given. It is your responsibility to regularly visit this page to understand, comply with, and be notified of any change in rules and guidelines.

Submitters agree to read and accept the rules & regulations for participation. Youths under 18 must have a parent or Guardian submit on their behalf. As a Parent or Guardian of a minor submitting a monologue, you understand and acknowledge that you agree to the terms of this festival on behalf of your child or child whom you are legally designated as Guardian and that you are allowing your child's monologue to appear on our website. The length of time monologues appear on the website is solely at the discretion of Monologues & Poetry International Film Fest.

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  • Justin Meckes

    Another great festival from Monologues & Poetry International. I feel extremely fortunate to see my work screened besides such excellent spoken word projects. The communication from Jacalyn is top-notch, and the online portion of the festival was seamless.

    January 2024
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    Response from festival:

    Thank you so much. We value your participation and hope you will continue to grace us with your talent. Happy New Year!

  • Sally Connors

    The problem with this festival is the same problem with most of the festivals I enter. You were selected. Yay! Maybe you were a finalist or you won an award. Then nothing happens. Nobody offers you a job or an audition. Nobody suggests what you should do next with your film. All you are is poorer (because of the entry fee). How much money have I spent on entry fees, how many selections and honors have I gathered (and there have been a few) and it's as if none of it matters. It's as if it never happened. I enter film festivals to further my career. Doesn't happen.

    December 2023
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    Response from festival:

    I am so sorry. Life sucks at times, and I genuinely wish we had control of the Hollywood industry, Broadway, or theatrical venues from around the country, even globally, in terms of hiring. But sadly, we don't. Employment outside of our festival has nothing to do with us. If it did, well, you are fantastic and would be a first hire on our list, But that is not what we do, and since WE don't, nor do most film festivals, we can only sympathize with the frustration you are feeling. I hope you get the job of your dreams soon, and I wish you all the success in achieving your goals.

  • Dawn Westlake

    Very well organized festival with a beautiful streaming presence and warm, person-to-person global reception through the remote portal. My film, "For the Skeptical", was in great company, so it was quite an honor to be selected...and then, winning an award for Spoken Word was the cherry on top!

    December 2023
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    Response from festival:

    Your film, delivery, and topic offered a unique poetic presentation. We welcome your participation in the 2023 celebration of creativity.

  • Thomas Pickarski

    As a spoken word artist, of all the events I’ve participated in, this is THE ONE where I truly felt I was in the right place. It was magical on so many levels…I can’t stop thinking about some of the films that were presented alongside mine.

    I’m deeply grateful to Jacalyn and her colleagues for their passion for the craft, and for putting these works out there. I hope they keep doing what they’re called to do because they're great at it!

    December 2023
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    Response from festival:

    Thank you for your kind words and your participation in our festival.

  • Muriel Paraboni

    Glad to have PASSAGE as finalist in Monologues & Poetry Festival, thank you so much, it was a great experience!!

    February 2023
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