At FRF, we're dedicated to emerging and unique filmmakers, writers, and artists. Could that be you?
The Independent Pulse Zine
Over the years, FRF has been proud to release the early works of groundbreaking independnet filmmakars like Jane Campion, Cheryl Dunye, Spike Lee, Peter Jackson, Ross McElwee, Radley Metzger, Monika Treut, among many others.
Explore who we are and what we stand for in our Legacy Issue of the Independent Pulse and then join us by submitting your work below.
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Each month, we invite you to submit to The Independent Pulse zine and our New Directions short film contest.
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FRF Filmmakers, FRF Fellows - a group of NYC film students, and members of the Video Club select the works that will be featured.
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All submissions receive recognition across the FRF Video Club's print and digital platforms and some receive special prizes.
Submit your work (✿◠‿◠)
The Independent Pulse
The Independent Pulse showcases submissions that reflect FRF’s commitment to resistance, liberation, expression, adventure, nonconformity, history, and humanity.
We welcome bold, thoughtful, and compelling work that explores these themes and aligns with the voices and stories we aim to uplift.
Accepting submissions:
- Short films under 15 minutes
- Articles (300–800 words preferred)
- Photography
- Graphics