UPCOMING FESTIVALS & CALL FOR ENTRIES
Bold visions. Lovingly crafted. Cutting-edge. Artistically inspired. These are the kinds of films sought for the 47TH ANN ARBOR FILM FESTIVAL, the longest-running showcase of independent, experimental and artistically-inspired films in North America. All lengths and genres accepted and considered: Experimental, animation, documentary, narrative and combinations in between.+ More than $20,000 awarded to films in competition.
+ Qualifying festival for Annual Academy Awards.
+ Select films participate on International Traveling Tour
Final deadline: November 15, 2008 = $50
The 47th Ann Arbor Film Festival. March 24 - 29, 2009
www.aafilmfest.org -or- info@aafilmfest.org.
BARE BONES INTERNATIONAL INDEPENDENT FILM FESTIVAL invites you to bring your Bare Bones "No Frills-No Waste" narrative shorts, features, documentaries, screenplays, music videos to the historic Roxy Theater. You will enjoy red carpet premieres, Q & A with your audience, educational seminars and entertainment. Join them for some Okie-hospitality April 16 - 26, 2009 in Muskogee, OK, USA. Deadline: Dec. 15, 2008. Info: www.barebonesfilmfestivals.org.
The 5TH ANNUAL BIG APPLE FILM FESTIVAL will take place November 19 - 22, 2008 at the world famous Tribeca Cinemas in the heart of the greatest city in the world. The BAFF is dedicated to showcasing and promoting the highest quality films from the New York City independent film community, as well as additional specially selected films from across the country and around the world. The festival includes special New York City premieres, interactive panel discussions with industry professionals, networking parties and a closing night awards ceremony. Alumni films include Suffering Man's Charity directed by Alan Cumming, Love, Ludlow (Warner Home Video), Owl and the Sparrow (2007 Independent Spirit Award nominee), The ChubbChubbs Saves Xmas (2007 Sony Pictures release). Previous panelists, guests and keynote speakers include representatives from Samuel Goldwyn Films, Magnolia Pictures, HBO, Current TV, Wellspring Media, Cinematical.com, Zeitgeist Films, Wild Bunch Films, First Run Features and Gen Art. In order to bring the most elite talent to the silver screen, BAFF is proud to partner with a variety of New York City independent film organizations and media outlets including IFP, The Village Voice, Indiewire.com, Cinematical.com, The L Magazine and MovieMaker Magazine. For more information go to www.bigapplefilmfestival.com.
The BLACK MARIA FILM FESTIVAL seeks diverse, expressive and passionate short films and videos by independent makers. The festival is named after Thomas Edison's motion picture studio, and is known for its support of spirited, cutting edge and otherwise singular film and video. The Black Maria is committed to works that explore the potential of the medium to illuminate, provoke, enrich and engage viewers. Imaginative and revelatory films and videos, which provide insight into the human condition and political, social and environmental issues, as well as the lives of people with disabilities, or which investigate the aesthetic potential and eschew obvious conventions of the medium are also sought by the festival. www.blackmariafilmfestival.org.
The CALIFORNIA INDEPENDENT FILM FESTIVAL (CIFF) is part of an amazing worldwide community; a unique collaboration of multi-talented filmmakers showcasing their work right in the Livermore Valley Wine Country. The festival's 11th anniversary celebrates diversity, human rights and freedom of expression through an array of dramatic and comedic feature films, shorts and moving documentaries. CIFF entertains, informs, inspires, encourages and educates individuals and filmmakers from around the world. They believe a film festival can contribute to a healthier society and should encourage the active involvement of audiences to connect and act collectively to address social challenges. It has been said over the years that a picture is worth a thousand words; with that said, a film must be worth a million words! An outstanding film can cross over any culture and bring individuals sharing, growing and learning. info@CAIndieFilmFest.org or visit www.CAIndieFilmFest.org. 925/552-1499
10TH ANNUAL CROSSROADS FILM FESTIVAL, April 2 - 5, 2009, Jackson, Mississippi. Come challenge Mississippi's creative class & still be showered in Southern hospitality. This is where the music of delta bluesman Robert Johnson runs straight into the home of the international ballet competition. Tennessee Williams, Morris, Welty, Faulkner, James Earl Jones, Oprah, Morgan Freeman; some of the world's greatest musicians, quirky and creative folks. There'll be cash prizes, Southern celebrities, workshops, daily receptions and nightly jukin' with live music to toast you, the filmmaker. It's all about your story. Share it. They'll show you a great time. Entry Deadline Dec. 20. www.crossroadsfilmfest.com.
The INDIE SHORT FILM COMPETITION is now accepting entries for its 2nd annual international short film competition. This innovative online short film competition is a great opportunity for indie filmmakers to advance their career, gain recognition in the filmmaking industry and receive international exposure. Open to shorts 40 minutes and under. $25,000 in cash and prizes. 10 categories to enter! Winners are determined by a judging panel of industry professionals. Sponsored by Sony Creative Software, Write Brothers, FrameForge 3D Studio, JellyPie Software, Media Servies, MovieMaker Magazine, Partners In Rhyme, Blackmagic Design, TwistedTracks.com, BoilerPlate and SmartSound! Deadline for entries is November 29, 2008. For more information visit www.IndieShortFilms.net.
"Great Stories Bring Families Together" is the 2009 slogan for the 14TH ANNUAL INTERNATIONAL FAMILY FILM FESTIVAL on February 26 to March 1, 2009 at the Raleigh Studios in Hollywood, CA. At the Film Awards Ceremony, the "Friz Award" for Animation will be presented to Phil Roman, along with awards for the Best Films, and the most coveted award of all: The Top Applause Award (the audience favorite). The Screenwriters Showcase is where the finalists have one scene performed by actors for the general audience, followed by the Screenplay Awards Ceremony. For deadlines and entry information, go to www.iffilmfest.org or www.withoutabox.com or call 661/257-3131.
L.A. COMEDY SHORTS FILM FESTIVAL and L.A. COMEDY SCRIPTS SCREENPLAY COMPETITION Call for Entries! The late deadline for the 2009 festival is December 3, 2008 and the extended final deadline is December 19, 2008. Now accepting submissions in the following categories: Comedy Short Films, Comedy 'Shortie' Shorts, Animated Comedy Shorts, Feature Comedy Scripts and Short Comedy Scripts. Over $35,000 in cash and prizes. Presenters and judges will include top names from film and television including "SNL," "Mad TV," "The Boondocks," "Boston Legal," Austin Powers and more. Visit www.lacomedyshorts.com or enter through www.withoutabox.com.
STONY BROOK FILM FESTIVAL, Staller Center for the Arts, Stony Brook University - No entry fee once again thanks to our sponsors. One of the largest screens on the circuit. Audiences of up to 1,000 at a screening. 15,000 moviegoers over ten days. Go to www.stonybrookfilmfestival.com.
CALL FOR ENTRIES! The SYRACUSE INTERNATIONAL FILM FESTIVAL (SYRFILM) is preparing for the '09 Festival. April 24, 2009 - May 3, 2009. Accepting films through December 1, 2008. Submit early for discounted entry fee. Visit www.syrfilm.com for submission materials. SYRFILM '09 NOT JUST AN EVENT—AN EXPERIENCE.
Enter the 42ND ANNUAL WORLDFEST-HOUSTON INTERNATIONAL FILM & VIDEO FESTIVAL. Regarded as one of the best-conceived film festivals in the world. WorldFest gave first honors to Spielberg, Lucas, Ang Lee, Ridley Scott, the Coen brothers, David Lynch, Jonathan Demme, Brian De Palma and hundreds more. They offer International competition and Remi Awards for Indie Features, Shorts, Experimental, Student, Screenplays, Documentaries, Music Videos, New Media, TV Commercials, TV Production and Film & Video Production. WorldFest is one of the oldest and longest running International Film Festivals in the world, and the third oldest film festival in North America. "Before there was Sundance or SXSW, before there was Toronto or Tribeca!" Simply go to www.worldfest.org, click on FAQ, CATEGORIES, ENTRY FORMS and HOW TO WIN! They welcome your participation.
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