the 

Medusa Awards

Exclusively at Bleedingham in 2024. Final submission deadline is September 28, 2024. 

Visit the site for submission guidelines. 

Celebrating excellence by women, nonbinary and trans filmmakers.

Qualifying films will feature women, nonbinary or trans artists in one of the following roles:

  • Writer
  • Director
  • Leading Character

Washington State Short Film Categories:
  • Best Film
  • Best  Scream Queen  

International Categories:
  • Best Film
  • Best Scream Queen  

Winners in each category will win $250.  A trophy will be presented  if  the filmmakers are in attendance otherwise a certificate will be mailed after the festival.