The Method Fest strives to help launch the works of young fresh filmmakers and bold new actors.

The 12 edition of the film festival will feature tributes to actors and filmmakers, acting workshops, panels and seminars. The fest's Youth Program includes a short film and screenplay competition for middle school and high school students, and awards in filmmaking and acting.

Deadlines for film submissions are: October 1 (early bird), December 1 (regular entry) and February 1 (late deadline).

www.methodfest.com