Call for Entries

• Cinereach Seeking Young Filmmakers for $5,000 Fellowship

  Cinereach, a not-for-profit dedicated to supporting and producing artful films that depict underrepresented perspectives, cross cultural boundaries, and promote dialogue, is currently seeking applicants for its annual Reach Film Fellowship.

  The prestigious six-month program supports young filmmakers with grants, resources, and industry mentors who help guide their short films through all stages of production.

  The application deadline is July 15, 2009. Applications and guidelines can be found at http://www.reachfilmfellowship.com/.

  Four winning applicants will be awarded $5,000 and be mentored by an established filmmaker. Fellows also receive production support from sponsors, workshops, career coaching, and industry exposure. Industry judges will award an additional $5,000 to the most outstanding film of the four, which will also screen at Cinereach’s annual Reach Out event in the spring.

  The fellowship is open to filmmakers who completed film studies programs in 2008 or 2009. This year, self-taught filmmakers may also apply, but are advised to discuss their eligibility with Cinereach staff before submitting an application. Applicants must also be able to reside in the New York Tri-State area from August through April of 2009/2010 to meet the Fellowship requirements..

  Posted by: PatrickPKPR
  Created on Thu, 07/02/2009 - 15:54
  expires on Wed, 09/30/2009 - 15:54 (12 weeks 4 days)

• Kent Film Festival calling for entries!

  The Kent Film Festival is a grass roots organization dedicated to the development and education of artists with an independent vision and to create a platform for filmmakers to reach the best possible audience for their work.
  We are now accepting entries for our 2010 festival, held on April 22-25, 2010.
  Go to: http://www.kentfilmfestival.org/submision.html to submit.

  Posted by: kentfilmfestival
  Created on Thu, 07/02/2009 - 14:56
  expires on Wed, 09/30/2009 - 14:56 (12 weeks 4 days)

• Submit your short to Filmaka's "The Other Side" competition

  Hey everyone,
  Filmaka is starting a new competition!! Have a chance to win Funding for your Feature film. Our Theme this month is The Other Side. Undiscovered filmmakers compete each month by uploading a 3-minute short to their website - at the end of a year, one is chosen to have his or her feature film produced by Filmaka founder Deepak Nayar (Bend It Like Beckham, Buena Vista Social Club). All finalists are judged by an international jury of veteran filmmakers including Paul Schrader, Werner Herzog, and John Madden. Nine more slots remain to be filled.
  The current competition theme for entry submission is THE OTHER SIDE. For more information on rules and other prizes, go to
  filmaka.com/theotherside.
  Submissions for this round are due AUGUST 2, 2009.

  Posted by: Filmaka
  Created on Wed, 07/01/2009 - 20:40
  expires on Tue, 09/29/2009 - 20:40 (12 weeks 3 days)

• The Columbus International Film + Video Festival is extending its entry deadline

  The Columbus International Film + Video Festival is extending its entry deadline (without late fee penalty) to July 15. To receive the late fee waiver please email the Festival at info@chrisawards.org

  The CIF+VF is the longest running film festival in North America. The Chris Award, which the festival bestows upon outstanding entries, is recognized worldwide as an indication of excellence and is highly sought after by producers and directors.

  To download entry forms and cfe:
  www.chrisawards.org

  Posted by: chrisawards
  Created on Wed, 07/01/2009 - 13:18
  expires on Tue, 09/29/2009 - 13:18 (12 weeks 2 days)

• Submit Your Short Film -- Win Awards & Prizes!

  The Online New England Film Festival accepts films and videos under 30 minutes in the following categories: animation, children/family, comedy, documentary, and drama. In addition, the festival has partnered with Women in Film Video New England (WIFVNE) who will jury the special category New England Women Above the Line for films under 30 minute produced, directed, or written by a woman or women based in New England. All selected films will be featured on NewEnglandFilm.com from September 1 - October 15, 2009, with an awards ceremony and selected screening in mid-October 2009.

  Submit with form at http://www.newenglandfilm.com/festival/entry or http://www.withoutabox.com/login/7503

  Posted by: michele
  Created on Mon, 06/29/2009 - 16:23
  expires on Sun, 09/27/2009 - 16:23 (12 weeks 1 day)

• CAMBOFEST selected for 2nd year to rep Cambodian Films for Asia Pacific Screen Awards (APSA)

  CAMBOFEST: Film, Video and Animation festival of Cambodia (http://www.cambofest.com) today announced its appointment as the Official Submission Organization for Cambodia for the 2009 Asia Pacific Screen Awards (APSA) for the 2nd year in a row, in part due to CamboFest's diligence regarding IP rights vis-a-vis motion picture exhibition in the region.

  CamboFest was invited by the International Federation of Film Producers Associations (FIAPF) and APSA to submit eligible films from the Cambodia for consideration in the second annual awards, to be held in Queensland, Australia, on November 11.

  The agreement between CamboFest and APSA will facilitate long term cultural and creative exchange and development of professional business partnerships; to that end, CamboFest and APSA have collaborated to showcase cinematic achievements from Cambodian filmmakers and industry professionals to an international audience.

  Please see http://www.cambofest.com for more information

  Posted by: camerado
  Created on Sat, 06/27/2009 - 15:54
  expires on Fri, 09/25/2009 - 15:54 (11 weeks 6 days)

• Be Discovered in Hollywood! Great Networking Opportunity!

  Be Discovered in HOLLYWOOD! Great Networking Opportunity!
  http://www.hollywoodfestival.com

  The 13th Annual Hollywood Film Festival is now open for submissions in the following genres: Features (drama & comedy), Docs, Shorts, and Music Videos!

  Visit Hollywood FILM Festival, Hollywood COMEDY Film Festival, Hollywood HORROR Film Festival and Hollywood MUSIC VIDEO Awards to submit.
  http://www.hollywoodfestival.com

  P.S. Hustle and Flow’s Craig Brewer was discovered at the HFF!

  Also, follow the Hollywood Film Festival on Facebook to get the latest updates on all our events coming up this summer:

  http://www.facebook.com/pages/Beverly-Hills-CA/Hollywood-Film-Festival/4...

  Posted by: hollywoodfilmfe...
  Created on Fri, 06/26/2009 - 19:13
  expires on Thu, 09/24/2009 - 19:13 (11 weeks 5 days)

• Call For Entries - Compete for $150,000 in prizes! The International Script Awards

  "The International" is now accepting script submissions from around the world!

  Here at The International we revel in every aspect of a script, screenwriting and the screenwriters who make all that possible, inviting submissions from around the world. This competition was created to encourage and support the efforts and celebrate the outstanding work of screenwriters.

  The competition’s objective is to provide emerging screenwriters with the opportunity to compete for over US$150,000 value Greenlight Package, prizes, scholarships, and awards that place focus on education that brings script to screen.

  We are providing screenwriters valuable and factual insight what it takes for a script to be Greenlit and opening up avenues and opportunities for a project. This criteria is not only valuable insight to win this contest, but is factually what it takes for a script to be Greenlit and achieve financing.

  Check Out our Judges!

  For the first time, this competition allows the entrant to see exactly what the criterion is for a script to be able to pass a Greenlight. Check out our Judges and Prizes!

  Eligibility: Open to all writers, producers, directors - 18 and over that qualify under the terms, rules and regulations.

  Entry Fee: $45.00 July 16th, 2009 (early); $55.00 September 5th, 2009 (regular); $65.00 October 12th, 2009 (late)

  info@InternationalScriptAwards.com
  www.InternationalScriptAwards.com

  Posted by: Jonna
  Created on Tue, 06/23/2009 - 13:29
  expires on Mon, 09/21/2009 - 13:29 (11 weeks 1 day)

• Need Investor for Short Film Entry in 48 Hour Film Project

  Team for the 48 Hour Film Project loaded with talented cast and crew is in need of financial backing for additional equipment (dolly, lighting, gaff equipment) and catering. Project is being shot on a RED ONE camera. Locations are set in place.

  If interested in helping, please email me directly for more details. I can provide cast and crew list as well as current equipment list. We are in need of approximately $700 for the remainder of our equipment and catering for cast and crew.

  If you or anyone you know has contacts to or interest in investing in the production, we would greatly appreciate the help and would love to give an Associate Producer credit and potentially include some sort of product placement in the short film (T-shirt or other apparel, etc).

  48 Hour Film Project is scheduled to start Friday, June 26th at 6:30pm and ends on Sunday evening at 7:30pm.
  We will be shooting that weekend on Saturday, June 27th.

  You can email me at: mbrumagin@gmail.com

  Posted by: mbrumagin
  Created on Sat, 06/20/2009 - 00:00
  expires on Fri, 09/18/2009 - 00:00 (10 weeks 5 days)

• Tucson Film & Music Festival '09 Call For Entries -- Deadline July 3rd!

  Tucson Film & Music Festival '09 CALL FOR ENTRIES
  The 5th Annual Tucson Film & Music Festival (TFMF), October 9-11, 2009, is now accepting features, shorts and music video submissions via the website, www.tucsonfilmandmusicfestival.com or through Withoutabox www.withoutabox.com. The festival is looking for entries with an emphasis on music related content, documentaries and narratives; as well as films and filmmakers with a connection to Arizona or the Southwest.

  Regular Submission Deadline: July 3, 2009
  Late Submission Deadline: July 17, 2009
  Student and Withoutabox discounts are available!

  New this year, TFMF is now accepting music submissions via SonicBids at www.sonicbids.com/TucsonFilmMusicFestival. Band and artist genres include: Acoustic, Alternative, Americana, Bluegrass, Blues, Country, Folk, Jazz, Pop, Punk, Rock, and Singer/Songwriter. Details can be found at the festival website or email submissions@tucsonfilmandmusicfestival.com.

  Regular Entry Fee: $15; Submission Deadline: August 3, 2009

  Check out www.tucsonfilmandmusicfestival.com for details and more information. Thanks!

  Follow TFMF on Twitter @
  http://www.twitter.com/tucsonfilmfest

  Fan TFMF on Facebook @
  http://tinyurl.com/tfmf-fbgroup

  Friend TFMF on Myspace @
  http://www.myspace.com/tucsonfilmfestival

  Tucson Film & Music Festival
  Sunny Tucson Arizona
  www.tucsonfilmandmusicfestival.com

  Posted by: michaelt
  Created on Tue, 06/16/2009 - 21:04
  expires on Mon, 09/14/2009 - 21:04 (10 weeks 2 days)