The Medusa Award made its debut in 2023  at Bleedingham, spotlighting the Best Director category to honor visionary women and nonbinary filmmakers in horror. Visit the site for submission guidelines and prepare to slay the competition in 2025!

In 2027, The Medusa Awards expand nationwide, growing into a comprehensive celebration of women and nonbinary creators across film, art, media and literature. With multiple categories, we’ll honor the bold, brilliant talent shaping the genre and ensure their voices are recognized far and wide. The revolution is just getting started.